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Clogged condensate drain - Plumber or AC Guy?
Posted on 10/26/24 at 6:16 pm
Posted on 10/26/24 at 6:16 pm
Condensation runoff pipe from the upstairs unit pouring lots. Yall and Google have already told me this is because the main condensate drain must be clogged.
Who do I call, plumber or AC guy?
I'm not interested in doing this myself. I just need to know who to call.
Who do I call, plumber or AC guy?
I'm not interested in doing this myself. I just need to know who to call.
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Posted on 10/26/24 at 6:23 pm to deeprig9
A/C guy so he can give your whole system a checkup. Also, a plumber would be much more expensive.
Posted on 10/26/24 at 6:43 pm to Skippy1013
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A/C guy so he can give your whole system a checkup.
My system is new. No system checkup needed. Just need drain pipe cleared.
Posted on 10/26/24 at 7:53 pm to deeprig9
Just get some drano
Posted on 10/26/24 at 8:08 pm to deeprig9
Plumber. Or handy man
Posted on 10/26/24 at 8:10 pm to Skippy1013
quote:is it? I imagined ac guy would cost more.
Also, a plumber would be much more expensive
Just had a plumber fix that for me but he added a clean out pipe. So a little pvc work. Cost me 225. Took him little over an hour.
Posted on 10/26/24 at 9:53 pm to deeprig9
Pour some white vinegar down the pipe.
Posted on 10/26/24 at 10:04 pm to deeprig9
Sounds like a similar problem my office had last week. They called the a/c guy, he did some cleanup work, vacuumed out the pan, then said get a plumber to clear the line
Posted on 10/26/24 at 10:58 pm to deeprig9
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My system is new. No system checkup needed. Just need drain pipe cleared.
Damn Nancy Boy, next timeout, go get your Shop Vac and a rag, go put some suction on the condensate drain and go sit back down in the den before they come back from the commercial break..
Posted on 10/26/24 at 11:17 pm to tiggerfan02 2021
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Damn Nancy Boy, next timeout, go get your Shop Vac and a rag, go put some suction on the condensate drain and go sit back down in the den before they come back from the commercial break..
I'm handicapped and unable to get in and out of the attic.
Posted on 10/27/24 at 12:02 am to deeprig9
In a pinch I've used my hose from outside and knocked the clog out. Be careful to only do it a second and not flood your attic.
Posted on 10/27/24 at 12:13 am to LEASTBAY
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In a pinch I've used my hose from outside and knocked the clog out. Be careful to only do it a second and not flood your attic.
I don't think yall understand what the problem is. There is a pipe that takes condensation to the main house drainage pipe to the septic tank. There is a a totally separate overflow pan with a separate pipe to drain out the side of the house in case there's ever a clog in the main. The pipe shouldn't have water coming out of it unless the main condensate drainpipe is clogged.
It's not something you back-pressure with a garden hose. Pipes must be disassembled.
Posted on 10/27/24 at 6:45 am to deeprig9
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I don't think yall understand what the problem is. There is a pipe that takes condensation to the main house drainage pipe to the septic tank. There is a a totally separate overflow pan with a separate pipe to drain out the side of the house in case there's ever a clog in the main. The pipe shouldn't have water coming out of it unless the main condensate drainpipe is clogged. It's not something you back-pressure with a garden hose. Pipes must be disassembled.
The pvc set up can likely be at worst case cut and snaked or blown out with a very basic snake by anyone, then put back together. I’m not quite sure of your set up, but hvac drain lines are low pressure so a lot of times they don’t even glue them (I don’t recommend this) and just push them together. One pvc coupling is likely all that is needed worst case for a repair. But a properly installed unit includes some clean outs to make this easier.
ETA: I’d highly recommend whoever fixes this for you to help you to be able to do this yourself. Its very likely they can plumb it to make it easier for you.
This post was edited on 10/27/24 at 6:47 am
Posted on 10/27/24 at 6:50 am to deeprig9
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It's not something you back-pressure with a garden hose. Pipes must be disassembled.
Not true. The only thing that is typically needed is a shop vac on the outside.
Posted on 10/27/24 at 7:51 am to LanierSpots
It sounds like your main line is clogged with algae. I’ve had this happen quite a few times. If I catch it early enough, I can pour bleach down the main line. If not, I’ve had to have an HVAC tech come out and blow it out if the clog is too hard. Pretty easy and not a super expensive job. Service call would probably be the most expensive thing.
Posted on 10/27/24 at 8:29 am to damonster
It can depend on the set up too. I have one unit that clogs at least 1 or 2 times a year, even after a new system was installed. My 2nd unit has never clogged before or after a new system. I keep a shop vac, funnel and bleach/vinegar in the attic by that unit. I use a little Bleach in pinch but now try to run a gallon of white vinegar down the pipe over the summer. Good luck.
Posted on 10/27/24 at 8:33 am to deeprig9
Call an ac guy. They’ll use equipment to blow out the clogs, suck out the water and get you straight for not a lot of money.
If interested get in the habit of using pan tablets to keep it clear.
If interested get in the habit of using pan tablets to keep it clear.
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