What is likely happening
Water around a unit is commonly a blocked condensate drain, a coil issue, or high humidity. Left alone it causes water damage and mold.
What you can safely check
- Check the condensate drain line and pan.
- Keep water away from electrical parts.
What an inspector will look at
- Drain and pan
- Coil condition
Does this affect compliance?
Not usually a compliance item.
When it becomes urgent
Urgent if water is near electrical equipment.
Not sure what applies?
Talk to an advisor about what is going on. If a code or local rule covers it, we will tell you, and if it is a repair, we will say that too. To see the local rules for your building, open this in the interactive Problem Solver.
Request an inspectionTalk to an advisorGeneral guidance only, not a substitute for a licensed inspection or emergency services. For any gas odor, carbon monoxide alarm, fire, or trapped occupant, call 911 first.