Common questions

How long is the warranty on a Mortex coil?

How long is the warranty on a Mortex coil?

FIVE YEARS
Mortex warrants this product to be free from defects in factory workmanship and material for a term of FIVE YEARS on the evaporator coil and on all other parts under normal use and service.

How old is my Mortex furnace?

The date of production/manufacture or age of Mortex® HVAC equipment can be determined from the serial number located on the data plate.

What does a cooling coil do?

The main job of the evaporator coil is to cool the refrigerant so that it can absorb the heat. As the fan blows air over the coil, the refrigerant becomes cold and turns into a vaporous state.

What is a cooling coil in an air conditioner?

An evaporator coil is the part of an air conditioner or heat pump that absorbs the heat from the air in your house. It is located inside the air handler or attached to the furnace.

What is Mortex?

The MORTEX coating is a thin waterproof micro-cement used for technical and decorative coatings. It provides your interior and exterior projects with a mineral look evoking the “polished concrete” or the “Tadelakt”.

Are AC coils supposed to be wet?

Under normal conditions, the moisture from your home’s air would gather on the outside of your evaporator coil and drip down into a drain pan, which is located below the coil. If your air filter is near your indoor air handler, it can get wet.

How much does it cost to replace coil in AC?

Residential AC Evaporator Coil Replacement Cost Replacing a home air conditioner’s evaporator coil costs $1,000 on average with a typical range of $600 to $2,000. About 40% of the bill comes from labor, or $400 to $1,000. Warranties range from five to 12 years and cover the price of materials.

How long does an AC coil last?

10 to 15 years
For an evaporator coil to live out the fullest extent of its life, the AC unit must be regularly maintained. If proper maintenance is regularly performed, then the evaporator coils should last 10 to 15 years, which is the ideal lifetime for an evaporator coil and comparable to the lifespan of an AC unit.

Is Mortex waterproof?

Impermeable and hard-wearing Thanks to its unrivaled resistance to abrasion, the MORTEX coating has a very advantageous lifespan! In addition, this material with ‘polished concrete’ or ‘tadelakt’ aspect is waterproof.

How do you clean Mortex?

For the removal of such residues on MORTEX®, use white vinegar (also called crystal vinegar) diluted in lukewarm water (1 part vinegar for 2 parts water). Spray and leave for a few moments before wiping with a soft sponge.

What causes an evaporator coil to go bad?

Corrosion of the copper tubing in the coil from the outside in is the most common cause of evaporator coil leaks. This corrosion happens when formic acid accumulates on the coil as a result of the interaction of water, copper and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in your indoor air.

What kind of HVAC products does Mortex make?

MORTEX, a trusted name since 1953, maintains high quality and solid engineering HVAC products within modular and manufactured housing markets. The MORTEX family of products provides an array of versatile and efficient cooling and heating solutions to your every need.

When did Mortex start manufacturing in the USA?

Proudly manufacturing in the USA since 1953, we listen to the needs and goals of our customers and consistently exceed their expectations in design, manufacturing and delivery. MORTEX has hundreds of years of combined manufacturing experience, demonstrated by the excellence of our team of development and production specialists.

Why is my Mortex part number different from my order number?

*Note the part number you are shipped may be different from the number ordered. This is due to updated part number due to various reasons (updated style or improvement, regulations regarding energy efficiency IE SEER 13 to SEER 14 ETC)

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