AC Frozen Coil · South Tampa · Tampa
A frozen evaporator coil in South Tampa looks like a solid block of ice on the copper line-set. Running the compressor while it's iced up can destroy it. Here's how to safely thaw it and figure out what caused it — because it will happen again if you don't fix the root cause.
Before a tech arrives, go through these in order. Many of these resolve the problem or help us diagnose it faster.
These are the most common root causes our technicians find in South Tampa homes with this problem.
Don't run the system while iced over — you can warp the coil and destroy the compressor. Call and we'll guide you through the thaw.
Our licensed technicians (Florida CAC1820394) serve South Tampa with same-day dispatch when you call before 2pm. Written price before any work begins — no surprises.
In South Tampa, our closest dispatch point is the Tampa (Kennedy Blvd) depot, roughly 22 minutes from most addresses in the area. Homes here commonly see: older duct runs through unconditioned crawl spaces and non-insulated attics; frequent capacitor and evaporator coil issues from coastal humidity and salt air. Our trucks leave pre-stocked for the most frequent issues in this area so we can resolve most calls in a single visit. Same-day service is available when you call before 2pm. Call (813) 945-6436 or use the form above.
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Switch the thermostat to OFF and the fan to ON. The blower will melt the ice without running the compressor. Wait 2–4 hours, check the drain pan for overflow, and change the air filter. Then call to find the root cause — it will freeze again if you don't fix it.
If the cause is a dirty filter, thawing is free — just replace the filter. If it's a refrigerant leak, detection starts at $249 plus repair. Blower motor or airflow issues run $189–$450. Diagnostic is $0.
Same-day dispatch when you call before 2pm. Our Tampa (Kennedy Blvd) depot is about 22 minutes from most South Tampa addresses. 24/7 dispatch available.
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