Frozen AC / Iced Coil Help in Phoenix

Do this now

Switch the system to Off (or Fan On) so ice can melt. Keep cooling off.
Change a clogged filter.
Don't chip ice off the coil.
Put towels down if melt water may drip.
Request help online once it's safe to have a tech inspect the cause.

Signs to look for

Thick ice on copper suction line
Indoor coil visibly iced
Weak airflow then warmer air
Water dripping after ice melts

What the contractor typically does

Every job is different. The independent contractor you're matched with explains their own process and price. A typical visit often includes:

Identify why it froze (airflow, refrigerant, blower, return restrictions, etc.)
Thaw and test safely
Repair the underlying cause
Confirm condensate drainage after thaw

AC struggling in the heat? Don't wait it out.

One request matches you with an independent Phoenix-area HVAC contractor. Free referral. LeadGrid does not perform the work.

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Phoenix factors

Ice means something already went wrong. Running the system while frozen can worsen damage. Fix the cause, not just the ice.

Questions people ask

Why does an AC freeze in the desert?

Low airflow and certain refrigerant issues can drop coil temperature below freezing even when outdoor air is hot.

Is water after a thaw a new leak?

Often it's melt water. Persistent leaking afterward needs a drain/pan check.

Related help

PHXACRescue.com is a free referral and matching service operated by LeadGrid Holdings LLC. We are not a contractor and do not perform, supervise, or guarantee any HVAC, air conditioning, or refrigeration work. Calls and form requests are matched with independent contractors. Partner contractors who perform residential air conditioning work in Arizona are expected to hold an Arizona Registrar of Contractors license in an appropriate classification (commonly C-39 Air Conditioning and Refrigeration). Verify any license at roc.az.gov before hiring.