Split AC refrigerant charging in Al Rawdah

Usually not. Charging is done at the service valve on the outdoor unit, and if the leak is at the flare joints behind the indoor unit we reach them by lifting the lower cover or tilting the unit on its bracket. It only comes down when the joint is inside the wall.

The most common points in a wall split are the flare joints at the indoor unit, which loosen over time from vibration, and the service valves at the outdoor unit. In Jeddah's humid and salty air, oxidation at copper connections can develop faster, which raises the chance of a leak.

When a split is moved, the flare joints are disconnected and remade, and this is when air and moisture enter the line. A full vacuum before charging becomes especially important, and the technician checks every remade flare joint before the line is closed.

This is a common sign of low refrigerant. At night, lower outdoor air temperature lets the compressor partly compensate for the shortage. During Jeddah's daytime heat, the reduced charge is not enough and cooling weakens or stops. The inspection confirms whether this is the cause or whether another factor such as the compressor or capacitor is involved.

Yes, a longer copper pipe run between the two units requires more refrigerant. The site inspection measures the actual run length, and the technician sets the charge amount based on the nameplate figure and the installed pipe length.

It could be a slow leak that developed over time at weak joints from pressure and heat. We inspect it completely to pinpoint any leak.

Yes, intense heat and direct sun on exposed tubing raise internal pressure and speed failure of weak joints and tubing.

Yes, skipping regular cleaning and inspection leads to dirt buildup and excess pressure, stressing joints and accelerating leaks. Regular maintenance keeps efficiency up.

If we do not fix the leak first, loss may return in weeks or less depending on hole size and pressure. That is why we fix the leak before any charging.