Auto A/C Repair in Oakboro, NC
Yuck, Mold!
Your Car's Air Conditioner
Whether you use it frequently or not, having an air conditioner is a nice feature that's now standard on nearly every vehicle. It can vastly change the temperature on the hotter days or simply dry the cabin air a bit on cloudy, humid ones. The system works using high- and low-pressure sides that facilitate changing the physical states of refrigerant. As the refrigerant circulates and cycles through its physical forms, it absorbs heat, dissipates the warmth, and dries the air. To maintain the system's health or fix developing problems, count on Frog Pond Performance in Oakboro, North Carolina, for auto A/C repair. Our ASE-certified technicians can help you with any make or model, and we've earned a designation as a NAPA Gold Certified repair shop. We can take care of any needed A/C repairs, including mold remediation.
How Mold Can Happen
While your car's A/C is likely to work trouble free for a long time, the nature of its operation can make it susceptible to mold growth. The air conditioner makes your cabin air more comfortable by removing moisture from the air. If too much water collects in the evaporator core or if the drain tube becomes clogged, fluid can pool in the system. That's a breeding ground for mold. Add to that another contributing factor. Mold spores are always in the air. If your air filters are not changed as recommended, if insects enter and die in the vents, or if you continually leave the system in the interior air recirculation mode, dust, bacteria, and even mold spores can collect. Combined with the water source, spores produce mold. Nobody needs to breathe this nasty air, particularly those who have allergies, asthma, chronic health problems, or compromised immune systems.
What to Do
Although you typically can't see mold if it's located inside the air ducts, you can almost always smell it. If you detect the dirty scent of a large wet dog each time you power on the A/C, chances are that you have mold in the system. We can help. Our professional mechanics will check the drain line for obstructions as well as the condition of the tray. We'll also use the appropriate, safe cleansers to clean the evaporator core. If this component is too moldy to reuse even after a thorough cleaning, we can replace it for you. We'll also examine the system for refrigerant leaks, repairing any issues to be sure this isn't contributing to the mold problem. Ride in comfort and breathe safe, clean air by calling Frog Pond Performance for auto A/C repair.