How Your A/C Condensate Line Could Be Clogging Your Bathroom Sink

It's no secret we run our A/C like crazy in this Texas heat. When your air conditioning system runs, it removes moisture from the air, which condenses into water. This water is drained away via the condensate line—a pipe typically routed to the outside of your home or to a drainage system.

So how does the A/C condensate line affect your sink?

Blockages: Over time, the condensate line itself can become clogged with algae, mold, or mineral deposits. If the line is connected to your sink’s drainage system or if there’s a backup in the condensate line, this blockage could cause water to back up into your sink, resulting in a slow drain or a complete clog.

Shared Systems: In some home designs, the condensate line and the bathroom sink share a part of the drainage infrastructure. If there’s a problem with the condensate line, it can affect the sink’s drainage because they are part of the same system.

If you suspect that your A/C condensate line is causing problems with your bathroom sink, call Zoom Drain!