Evaporative Cooler Leaking Water On Roof

The first thing to check is to see if the pan is overfilling.

Evaporative cooler leaking water on roof.

We are having major issues with our swamp cooler also known as an evaporative cooler. Unfortunately as with most household appliance things can go wrong. This can easily be adjusted fixed and resolved. Condensation and too much water in the system will lead to a drip.

Start by inspecting the cooler pan and the water line. If water overfills the pan it can leak into the opening on your roof that attaches to the ventilation system. Evaporative cooler dripping usually water dripping from a swamp cooler is a result of improper storage. If motor has stopped running due to overheating turn motor off prior to work on the evaporative cooler to avoid an unexpected motor start up.

Many swamp cooler leaks can be repaired. You can fix a leaking swamp cooler. A cooler involves having a constant source of water on the roof of the home and since water leaks are common damage can be severe. For people living in dry climates it means they can have reasonably good cooling for about one fourth the cost of a compressor driven unit.

One common complaint dcs hears from homeowners is their swamp cooler is leaking water on the roof. Swamp coolers function by running water over pads that water is forced through in order to cool it off. Evaporative swamp coolers are an energy efficient way to cool a house in dry climates. Use a hose connected to the drain fitting to drain the water off the roof.

Water residue could stain your roof or cause you to slip. When you store a swamp cooler during the winter always remove the pads drain the unit clean the tank and keep the device well covered until you bring it out for use again. If your cooler leaks water onto your roof not only might you have to replace your cooler but you may also have to replace your roof as well. If too much water is in the pan or working through the mechanisms some swamp coolers have overflow pipes.

This requires a pan a pump a float and a source of water. Always use the right tools.