Icy Winter Challenge to the HVAC unit

 I saw some unusual smoke coming from my HVAC unit outdoors when I realized it was working overtime trying to work properly while covered with a sheet of ice!

I had to chisel the ice off.  I was soooo surprised at the thickness or layers of the ice. Prayerfully, the unit didn't endure too much damage from the lack of ventilation while covered in ice. Winter 2014 in the Carolinas USA were definitely a wintery mix of snow and ice.

HVAC units clogging up

With all of the rainfall that we have been receiving, you may have found some extra water finding its way inside.  However, it may not be a rain leak, but it may be a HVAC pipe back up.

Essentially, the drain off water that usually runs outside gets trapped or clogged and begins leaking inside.  So if your furnace is in the ceiling then this leak may cause drywall damage into the next floor.

The good thing is that the HVAC service repair is only about $130 to replace the pipes and get you going again.  This clog seems to be a common service problem lately.  You may want to have your HVAC unit checked annually to make sure that the drainage water is flowing properly outside.