Here in Las Vegas, air conditioning is pretty high on the priority list. When it isn’t working the way it should, it is more than troubling. As that cool air kicks on, it can be instantly ruined if the air is foul smelling. Sometimes it can be a sign that there is a big problem with your unit. Air Supply Heating & Air Conditioning is here to talk about some of the different smells that an air conditioner can have and what causes them.

Air Conditioner Smells Like Feet

If you air conditioner can’t drain properly, water starts to pool up where it shouldn’t and can smell like stinky feet. This is usually because your air conditioner needs to be thoroughly cleaned and hasn’t for quite some time. There is more than likely a clog somewhere and it needs to be removed to fix the problem.

AC Smells Like Rotten Eggs

If your air conditioner is emitting a rotten egg smell, this is rather unfortunate. This problem is more than likely caused by a dead animal somewhere in the ductwork. During the fall or winter, small rodents or birds might have crawled in there and died. If this is the case, when you turn your unit on for the first time as weather starts to get warmer, you might find the smell of rotten eggs.

Air Conditioner Smells Like Mildew

This is a common problem, and it’s really no surprise since your air conditioning unit is responsible for removing moisture from your air as well as cool it. This is also problematic if your unit isn’t draining properly. A mildew smell can also be caused by a dirty filter that needs changing or cleaning.

AC Smells Like Gun Powder

If there is a component or circuit in your unit that is starting to short or not work as it should, the smell of gun powder can permeate the room when the air kicks on. You need to have a professional look at it to assess the situation and replace any aging parts that aren’t working properly. Any time you smell anything that remotely smells like something is burning, you need to turn it off until a professional can inspect the problem and ensure you don’t have a fire hazard on your hands.

Air Conditioner Smells Like Sewage

If you are smelling raw sewage when your air kicks on, you definitely have a problem. This can happen when there is a sewer backup next to any of your ductwork. It doesn’t take a lot of leaking sewage to fill a room with this smell. If you smell sewage, you need to have a professional look at the problem right away to get it fixed.

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No one wants to have any problems with their air conditioning system, especially with temperatures still high. If you find that you are facing any of these odors listed above, you need the help of a professional to have them fixed. Air Supply Heating & Air Conditioning can inspect your unit and solve any problems you may be facing. Don’t let your home be filled with any of these rotten smells any longer. Call today for an appointment!