Most of us don’t know what we would do without air conditioning during the summer. When something goes awry with your system, it makes you realize how much you depend on it for survival from high temperatures. If you have noticed there are foul smelling odors in your home every time your air conditioner kicks on, you may have a problem that needs to be resolved. There are several different smells that homeowners experience when their air conditioning system kicks on. North Country Aire is here to talk about some of the causes for these horrible smells.
AC Dirty Sock Syndrome
One of the aspects of the inner workings of your air conditioner is humidity removal. As your system cools the air, it also removes unwanted humidity. This means that useless your air conditioner is working properly, there is moisture in the unit. This is especially true in the condensate drain pans. If there is access water in your unit and in this drain pan, it can cause mold and mildew growth which will smell similar to dirty socks.
Cigarette Smoke Smell Coming from Vents
If you have smokers in the home, the smoke put off by the cigarette can get sucked into the air conditioning unit. This causes the smell of stale cigarettes when your A/C kicks on. One way to get rid of this issue is to remove your filters often. The best way to avoid this problem is to make sure you smoke outside.
AC Burning Smell in House
Whenever you smell something burning, there is a problem. This could be a sign of an electrical problem, and you will need to turn your system off as soon as you smell it for your safety. There are several plastic components and electrical connections that can go bad.
Air Conditioner Smells Like Rotten Eggs
You should never ignore the smell of rotten eggs or sulfur in your home. This is indicative of a natural gas leak somewhere. For your safety, you shouldn’t use anything electrical when this smell is present. It is highly flammable and can pose a serious risk. You should also avoid using any lighters, candles or other open flames to keep yourself safe. You will need to contact the gas company immediately before moving forward.
AC Smells Like Dead Animal
Every now and then, there will be a small rodent that has crawled into your walls and even your ductwork and died. If you smell a rotting carcass whenever you turn on your AC, it could mean there is a dead animal somewhere in your ductwork. You can call on your HVAC company or pest management company to help you get rid of the problem.
Central Air Conditioning Tune Up, Maintenance, Repair & More in Cambridge, St Francis, Oak Grove, North Branch & Greater Isanti, Minnesota
If you smell something foul every time you turn on your AC, you can rely on the experts at North Country Aire to help you diagnose and solve the problem. We have the experience needed to keep your AC running flawlessly this summer; free from any unwanted odors. Call us today!
