How do you fix an air conditioner drain tube?

After physically removing any visible debris from the AC drain or drain pipe opening, the most likely way the technician will clear the clogged drain is using suction from a shop vacuum or wet vac. Alternatively, they might use a garden hose or plumbers snake to remove the clog.

How do you replace a PVC AC drain pipe?

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How do you extend a condensate drain line?

Reroute AC Drain Condensation



Aboveground Extension Pipe: The easiest solution is to attach an extension pipe or hose to your AC drain, then extend it downhill away from the house or into a thirsty flower bed.

Should AC drain line be capped?

If the coil is on the negative side it will need a trap and needs to be capped. If you don’t cap the trap on the coil side. The primary line on the pan will suck air not allowing the water to drain while the system is running.

Should my exterior AC drain pipe be dripping water?

Under normal conditions, the exterior AC condensate drain pipe should only drip water or produce condensation while the air conditioner is turned on. The small puddle of water this process creates should dry up quickly in warm weather.

Is bleach or vinegar better for AC drain line?

We recommend using vinegar instead of a bleach solution because bleach can be harmful to your AC system if your drain line has copper tubing. Using vinegar will not damage your system. Spilling bleach can also ruin carpet or clothing, whereas vinegar will just leave a strong odor.

Is it safe to pour bleach down AC drain?

It’s going to corrode! Using bleach or vinegar can be especially risky if you think your AC drain line is clogged. If the drain line is clogged, the corrosive mixture will simply back up in your drain line and flow into your drain pan, which in turn can damage your evaporator coil.

Why is there a bend in an AC drain line?

The pipes dip in what is called a trap close to the coil end of the pipes. The trap resembles a shallow U-shape. The bend lives up to its name as it traps any gas from your drainage lines.

What size is AC drain pipe?

3/4 of an inch

Slope – The drain shall have a slope of not less than 1/8 inch per foot and shall be approved corrosion resistant pipe not less in size than 3/4 of an inch for air cooling coils and not less than the drain outlet size for evaporative coolers or other equipment. 2.

What size PVC is used for AC drain line?

¾-1 inch

Determine what size PVC piping you have (it will usually say on the pipe, most common size is ¾-1 inch), measure how much rubatex you need and cut a line going down the rubatex.

What type of pipe is used for AC drain?

Your air conditioner has a condensate drain line that runs from the indoor unit to the outside of your home. You’ll find a white PVC or copper pipe located near your outdoor unit—this is where the drain line ends.