Central AC Drip Pan wadding up? Our Central AC Drip pan surrounded by the attic is filling...
Our Central AC Drip pan surrounded by the attic is filling up. It have been bone dry for years until this spring. What are some possible trouble shooting tips so I don't own to call out a professional for something I can fix myself? Any assist would be appreciated.
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plainly your drain pipe is clogged. You should have a drain pipe primary to the outside of the house or connected to a major drain pipe in the house. Disconnect your drain pipe at the unit up surrounded by the attic and run a water hose at full blast thru it to unclog the pipe. While you are up within the attic you may want to consider a backup drain pipe. About one foot from the unit on your existing drain pipe, cut the pipe (hopefully PVC) and install a "Y" PVC adapter and run another rank along the old rank to the drain outside or main drain. They also go AC drip pan near the necessary coupling to install a drain flash directly off the drip container. At all times engender sure the drain line is lower than the section to ensure a smooth flow of water otherwise you will enjoy a full drip pan. Good Luck!