The usual suspects
A clogged condensate line
Algae in the small drain tube — the number one cause, worse in humid stretches.
A failed condensate pump
Heads below the drain exit need a mini pump; when it dies, water backs up into the unit.
A slope problem
A line that sags or was run slightly uphill drips from day one or after any wall work.
A frozen coil melting
Dirty filters ice the coil; every off-cycle melts it over the pan’s edge.
Before it stains the wall.
Drain clears, pump swaps and re-slopes are quick visits — priced upfront, usually same-day.
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Worth trying first (5 minutes, free)
- 1
Turn that head off and towel the wall — protect the paint first.
- 2
Wash the filters — if the coil was icing, this is the actual cause.
- 3
Look where the line exits outside: a wet/dry vac sealed on the end clears many clogs.
Still not working? Then it’s a technician job — and the sooner it’s booked, the sooner the house is comfortable again. Book the visit →
Stop and book a pro if…
- Water tracking into the wall cavity or an electrical outlet below.
- The drip survives a filter wash and line vacuum.
- A pump that hums, clicks, or smells hot.
- Staining that keeps growing between drips.
Why homeowners hand it to us
- You approve the price first. Upfront quote before a single screw turns.
- Same-day service. Book in a minute, hear from a tech within 1 business hour.
- 500+ jobs done by 4.9★ rated, professional technicians.
- Fixed right, guaranteed. If it’s not right, we make it right.
Quick answers
Is a dripping head an emergency?
For the equipment, no; for your wall, kind of — drywall and paint damage compound daily. It books as a prompt same-day-if-possible visit.
Why does it only drip when it’s working hard?
More cooling = more condensate. A partial clog keeps up at low load and overflows at high — textbook partially blocked drain.
Can the drain be prevented from clogging again?
Yes — a proper clean, treatment tablets, and correct slope keep it dry for years. All quoted upfront at the visit.
Done guessing?
Water down a wall costs paint, drywall and patience. Book the fix today.
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