A/C Return Leaks!

[CrabsOverCastles]

Help! So our rear AC return vent leaks like crazy when it's raining. Worse, it even leaks when it is very humid outside. Has anyone had this problem? Do I need to crank down the bolts in order to squish the gasket a bit more? Would that even help? Meanwhile, I'm incurring water damage all through my vents... Thanks for any advice!

[Fr8Train]

I would at least try tightening it up. Worst case scenario, go up there with a hose and poke around. Have someone inside to say when the water starts coming in. Could need tightened, or a bad seal, could be something else.

[Grumpy]

Sounds like clogged drain pan. It fills with water when it rains.

[CrabsOverCastles]

Originally Posted by Fr8Train

I would at least try tightening it up. Worst case scenario, go up there with a hose and poke around. Have someone inside to say when the water starts coming in. Could need tightened, or a bad seal, could be something else.

Thanks, I'll certainly try it. Sure hope the AC isn't mounted too far off the opening in the roof!

[CrabsOverCastles]

Originally Posted by Grumpy

Sounds like clogged drain pan. It fills with water when.it rains.

Oh? I'll check that too.