⚠️ AC Freezing Up? (416) 424-4328 — Same-Day AC Repair Scarborough
Why Is My Air Conditioner Freezing Up? Causes & Fixes — Scarborough Guide
Why Your AC Coil Freezes
- Low refrigerant charge — Most common cause. Low refrigerant drops coil temperature below freezing. Repair: leak detection + recharge $400–$800.
- Dirty evaporator coil — Dirt insulates coil, preventing heat absorption. Coil freezes. Repair: coil cleaning $250–$400.
- Blocked airflow — Clogged filter, closed vents, dirty blower. Fix: replace filter, open all vents.
- Blower motor failure — No airflow across coil; coil drops below 0C. Repair: $300–$600.
What to Do When AC Freezes
- Turn off the AC immediately (running frozen AC damages compressor)
- Set fan to ON only (no cooling) to thaw coil
- Replace filter while thawing
- After 2–4 hours, restart. If it freezes again: call a professional
Why does my AC keep freezing up in Scarborough?
An AC that keeps freezing up in Scarborough usually has low refrigerant (most common), a dirty evaporator coil, or blocked airflow. Turn off the AC, let it thaw for 2-4 hours with fan only, replace filter. If it freezes again, call Madina Mechanical at (416) 424-4328 for same-day diagnosis.
