Ice on Your Belvidere Air Conditioner? Here’s Why It’s a Critical Warning

On a hot Belvidere morning, the last thing you want is AC trouble. If you’ve noticed ice forming on the copper pipe leading to your outdoor unit, your air conditioner is sending you a critical warning signal.

The Simple Truth Behind the Ice

This isn't a sign of good cooling; it's a symptom of low refrigerant, usually caused by a leak somewhere in the system. As the refrigerant level drops, it causes a rapid temperature drop inside the coils that freezes the surrounding humidity solid.

Why Ignoring Ice Can Cost You Thousands:

• Massive Inefficiency: The ice blocks airflow, meaning your AC runs constantly but can't cool your home, causing your energy bills to skyrocket.
• Serious Water Damage: When that ice eventually melts, it can overflow the drain pan and leak into your home, causing damage to ceilings, walls, and floors.
• Catastrophic Compressor Failure: This is the big one. Running the system in this state puts immense strain on the compressor (the heart of your AC), leading to permanent failure and a repair bill in the thousands.

Our Professional Solution: We Don't Just 'Top It Off'

Some companies might offer a cheap, temporary 'top-off' of refrigerant. This doesn't fix the problem.

At Dad And Son LLC, we do it right. Our certified technicians perform a full diagnostic to:

• Pinpoint the source of the leak.
• Professionally repair the leak.
• Recharge the system to precise factory specifications.

This ensures a reliable, long-term solution that protects your investment.