A/C condensate drain how to clean & unclog video

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How To Clean / Unclog Your Air Conditioner Drain Line. If your main line has no water coming from it, this typically means your main line is plugged. If your main line is plugged water is flowing into the overflow pan and draining out of your backup line.
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@adamhausmann3969 5 лет назад

Came home to a wife complaining of water pouring out of a pvc pipe all over the back porch...aka the secondary drain. Watched the video and had everything fixed in 30 minutes. Saved a bunch of money in lieu of having an HVAC guy come out. Big thanks! The shop vac works great!

@SteadyStreamACpump Год назад

No need to clear the AC condensate drain line manually ever again! Automated / Programmable timer / runs once weekly for 2 minutes or when a clog occurs

@ЯрославКошелев-ы6х Год назад

The design makes this AC a possible alternative to ductless DYI systems. It works great. The remote control could be more visual aid oriented like a backligh design. Is impossible to see the lcd at least for me. Easy install ru-vid.comUgkx_hHgTlzH3uk31Fe2RVS3xEbXHGaN_z5Tation. Came on time . Great comfort around the house 5 🌟 again. Follow mfg instructions for care and all and this should be the only AC you need for those of is that don't live in new homes with central AC

@tndaryl840 2 года назад

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@travisbrock87 8 лет назад

Dude you are the MAN!!!! My landlord lives on Mars and Im pretty sure her last tenant before me never replaced a filter for over a year or two. Been hearing Niagra Falls constantly in my living room where my blower and evap coils etc is at. Stayed up all night doing anything I can to fix this thing. Tomorrow I'll tackle the sludge and the spiders!!

@KSOLOMON22 5 лет назад

This guy just saved me a ton of money!!!! Thanks!

@crand20033 3 года назад

They sell a CO2 air gun on Amazon for 35 dollars.

@universallove3673 3 года назад

Thank You👍🙏✊ there was a 3" frog in my AC line yuuuckkkk! I almost gave up but I pushed through it with your tutorial.

@RcJrTech 3 года назад

Nice job! 👍

@markpowers349 6 лет назад

The line in my house got clogged and the backup line was dripping from the roof just like you said. I ended up getting a stain and the stealing of my house and I kept on trying to troubleshoot this. And if I just spent 20 minutes and watch the video I could prevented all that crap from happening. Thank you so much for your time and making this video.

@RcJrTech 6 лет назад

Good Job man. Look at my other A/C videos. They will give you general knowledge on your ac. Stay Cool!!

@nashlc 8 лет назад

I and the husky dog staying with me in the Florida heat thank you very, very much for this information.

@griffmustard 8 лет назад

Dude......Thanks so much for sharing this video. I've had my house for 8 years, and I've yet to do any maintenance of my HVAC, and now it is starting to act up, so I'm slowly learning what to do.

@necomartin2059 6 лет назад

He was very specific about being from Arizona

@arunebenezer8844 Год назад

Cool informational video. i am going to try this, since its dripping from the top outlet.

@pswish2163 2 месяца назад

Good vid. Funny how some vids mention to use the shop vac & others don't.

@chrissya6349 8 лет назад

Thanks for the video. Now we know what to do!

@drfiberglass 6 лет назад

starts 4:16

@blancayanez7607 3 года назад

Thank you so much for sharing! Saved us big time!

@janicecurry9622 2 года назад

hey RC Jr. nice video. My problem, the overflow from AC goes to a pipe connected to a bathroom sink drainage pipe. (under the sink). There is a terrible order emitting from that sink. What can I do to clean it out. The AC tech said, "he wasn't a plumber". Help Please

@paisanojb Год назад

Thank you so much! new homeowner here. why in the world would my drainage elbow be pointed up!? I turned it so it points down to drain, bleach, water, shop vac as you said. Sadly there are spots that wore a hole in the ceiling below. That could've been prevented if maybe things were installed right. At least it drains and is clean now but I worry there are cracks in the pipe? ugh...🤦‍♂️

@annaathome2995 3 года назад

Great advice, but how to clean the bottom drain with the Utility Vac ,do I need professional .they will take older person to cleaners ?

@rolandhernandez6757 4 года назад

👍👍👍Great advice!!! Worked like a charm

@franceswalls324 4 года назад

I was told never to use colorox to clean out air/cond line; is this true?

@tyronekitchens4245 4 года назад

Will be doing this ASAP!!!THANKS!

@hollyvang2166 4 года назад

Can we out a hose on those pipe so it doenst ruin the cement?

@juvenilekidz 3 года назад

My thermostat keeps turning off, I had 3 differnt guys and issue still isn’t fixed. Last guy finally told me it was just a bad thermostat. Bought a $400 one and it turned off and won’t turn on next day. Is a clogged pipe causing it??? Causing wire issues to thermostat to turn off? Also I have 2 of those and it’s only leaking from the top one leaving yellow stain down side of my house

@Moondoggy1941 3 года назад

IF you look at your FAU and see where the drain line comes out of the unti, you may see a valve that has two wires coming from it, it should just lift out, if that switched touches water it will shut off power to your unit. Try that and respond if not.

@cthorn1061 5 лет назад

Thank you for this video you saved me time and money!!!!!!!

@leondecemento4120 6 лет назад

Thanks for your time making the video.

@jeffreylear7594 5 лет назад

I think my condensate PVC pipe is clogged. The reason is I see/feel water on the top of the filter... and the AC can't get below 80... even with the thermostat set at 77. My dilemma, if water is coming out of the egress pipe, what good would it be to pour bleach down the line??? And if I did, how long will it take to dissolve the crap (if any) within the condensate pipe. 18JUL2019

@privacyinvasion7166 2 года назад

Thanks for the video. I am also located In Arizona! Are you near the North Phoenix area?

@1maggotbrain 5 лет назад

Thanks dude you saved me $300

@crand20033 3 года назад

Mine was just cleared out by a technician at the end of the summer so the AC will not be used again until next summer. When should I do it again?

@Lotusblume.8 4 года назад

Mine is literally frozen and ice chunks are falling down inside the house. Is this the same problem? Thank you. 😊

@valeriedraper1799 6 лет назад

It worked!!! Thank you!

@alexandrareynolds9104 6 лет назад

So I do not have any of these lines outside of my house. I found 2 near my roof, but nothing is coming out of either one. I have a flood coming through my ceiling. So shop vac is out or do I try it from the top floor?

@joannsmith150 5 лет назад

Great information but I got dizzy! :D

@vlove3161 5 лет назад

I agree with you my head hurt lol

@CesarHuerta-ih7oj 4 года назад

nice vid.

@theleftleaningconservative4985 5 лет назад

I’m not using my aircon but it’s still leaking. It’s winter here too. Is this normal?

@tammys3779 7 лет назад

!I honestly don't think blowing with your mouth is going to unclog the drain......I am trying to earn my HVAC patch for my vest...LOL I think I am going to use the shop vac!

@TheLe016 4 года назад

@EL.MAS.BUSCADO Nah, take your word for it

@949surferdude 8 лет назад

Thx for the video. If you have water going into the pan does that mean it's clogged? I went outside by the fan box and there is water coming from the pipe located on the roof.

@949surferdude 8 лет назад

btw I did pour bleach twice and it still flowing water into the pan.

@RcJrTech 8 лет назад

The drain is clogged, if it is draining from the secondary. You will need to unclog the main drain if you have two drain spots.

@tonyd5464 8 лет назад

rent a an air compressor dude!

@pepespepe1399 7 лет назад

I have same problem

@wwaccounting4180 7 лет назад

how to widely open the A/C condensation water drain pipe

@DrSagaciousone 5 лет назад

Hey RC, is there a way I can show you a pic of my closet AC? I know I need to clean / unclog it, but, Im not sure where to pour the water & bleach. My small condensation drain keeps overflowing. The water is ice cold but the temperature in the room is in the 90s. I appreciate your time.

@jshartman49 2 года назад

I've got the same problem. I have an AC unit in an upstairs closet. I have zero condensation coming out of either PVC drain pipes, Low or high on my outside. It is stormy and humid for phoenix and my other unit is dripping but nothing on the one upstairs. There is no drip pan in the closet. Where do I pour the bleach and water.? I have the curved pipe and there are two opening, one has a sensor and cap that I can take off. The other opening is like an air vent sticking up in the air about 6" and is open. Thanks

@twosawyers 4 года назад

How does a condensate line get clogged up? I heard a smokers house or candle burning can do it.

@livingadreamlife1428 4 года назад

Algae

@nb4776 8 лет назад

hi, my fan is not working. and my capacitor is good, which button to push to see if my fan motor is gone? thanks.

@lotusphere6 6 лет назад

Thanks for showing this

@DrSagaciousone 5 лет назад

Let me rephrase, my little 'pan' that is suppose to catch condensation coming out of the ac unit is overflowing.

@FunkyFlipzz 7 лет назад

I think I'm having the same problem. The drain pipe near my front door over head just started dripping. I though it may be because we were running the a/c more often. I found one that might be the primary drain but it's much smaller then the secondary. It's located outside of my garage on the exterior of where my washer is. So I wasn't sure if this drain has to do with the washer. Any help is greatly appreciated!

@manpera13 8 лет назад

Ty good info

@danram247 3 года назад

My a/c drain pipe goes directly to a sewer pipe. Is that even a proper way to have it?

@JoeyHerrera-ij4ts Год назад

Yo yo yo keep it up

@creamyalmondz 3 года назад

Is that AC unit supposed to drip water?

@RcJrTech 3 года назад

Yes, if it isn't then you have issues. Re-watch the video.

@agentxyz 7 лет назад

blowing into the pipe like you are doing wouldn't work b/c the air will go into your secondary pipe

@HerminiePA 6 лет назад

You have to have a quick eye, because it passes quickly. Both primary and safety drain appear to be connected to the same drain. They should have two separate drain lines. If there were two separate lines, then he mistook the primary and secondary. The primary comes from the unit. The secondary comes from the safety pan under the unit. I suppose it will never be a problem as long as he cleans it out annually, but from the video as I saw it, there is no safety drain connected.

@MsSweetlove90 6 лет назад

My top is dripping alot. And I'm a renter.. Not sure how to tell the house landlord

@simmons6014 5 лет назад

Just say its leaking

@nancycrane6027 7 лет назад

I have a problem with my AC unit outside. It is dirty and I'm getting ready to clean it. But I also noticed the line is all froze up. What does that mean ?? Is it low on freon or just because it needs cleaned

@Lotusblume.8 4 года назад

I have ice coming crashing down inside my house along with water. I thought it was an animal at first. I’m also wondering what that’s all about!

@hvacman77 7 лет назад

one thing you want to clean that trap. that's where it will plug up

@zeusinaz4571 4 года назад

Thanks

@Pipkin50 7 лет назад

wow, your air is not very cold...my air temp coming out of vents is in low 50's

@those1kidds 7 лет назад

Would a plugged main condensate drain lessen the amount of air coming out of the ac vents in your home? I'm pretty sure the main line is clogged and the air doesn't come out of the vents very quickly. I cleaned the outdoor and indoor coils and the filters are new so I'm not sure why the airflow is so poor....

@stephencampagna2453 7 лет назад

those1kidds i

@mikeheathercerovski 7 лет назад

those1kidds I'm having the same problem. what did you find out?

@those1kidds 7 лет назад

mikeheathercerovski our ac was fine. it just didn't blow as hard as the last house we were in. but even with the weaker airflow, it keeps our house cool even in 100 degree weather.

@Pipkin50 7 лет назад

be sure the fan on your air handler is set to HIGH, be sure your fan blades are clean

@mikeheathercerovski 7 лет назад

Pipkin50 I found that the drain was clogged and the water was leaking down the main air ducked. I sucked out 8 gal of water. After that it was running well.

@hugoabarca1620 Год назад

I don't have the slime just I don't see any drip

@jasonhastings4416 6 лет назад

Pump jug with three gallons of water.

@justinabranham4212 5 лет назад

My top one is leaking

@mossbergshockwave9629 6 лет назад

Video starts at 4:30

@yoshimra 4 года назад

Build up of ahh condensation. This main line ahh.. we will flush ahh it out. We will ahh mix this 50/50 ahh.. This is the ahh the drain ahh line ahh. lol

@mojojoje 7 лет назад

El sopla tubo

@bigmotter001 7 лет назад

@tednitta1785 2 года назад

Don’t use bleach. Use hot water.

@nicholecocosheffield4230 8 лет назад

I'm getting air coming out not cold air kinda cool but the fan don't spin I used a tool to give it a kick start it spun for a min then stopped please help

@leticiagerardo9747 8 лет назад

I hope you fixed your ac. I've been without ac for almost a week now. It's so hot. I'm trying to figure it out myself too! This Texas heat is killing me!