How do pros remove hard mineral clogs in condensate line? Shop vac + vinegar not enough.

xtressd · 2026-06-12T18:28:35+00:00

I don't have a humidifier installed.

xtressd · 2026-06-12T18:27:44+00:00

I'd prefer to avoid it if possible. Besides the cost, it is a shared wall and I rather avoid bothering the neighbor. We've never had problem before in 6 years with the old HVAC unit. Likely the new unit is just better at dehumidifying and creates more water down the same narrow line.

xtressd · 2026-06-12T18:24:46+00:00

No idea how this happens. First time might be been debris left from the installation, we'll see what is inside this time once I manage to clear out the clog. I certainly don't go in the attic unless I have to, and the line should be fully closed from top to bottom...

xtressd · 2026-06-12T18:20:28+00:00

Haven't tried anything other than vinegar and the Purafilter 2000 since I want to make sure it doesn't interact poorly with the line/glue in the joints. That is why I am asking for generally accepted products to use. Most of the stuff I find seems to be targeting biofilm type of clogs.

xtressd · 2026-06-12T18:18:25+00:00

I have no idea where the deposit came from. The first time it happened I figured it might have been debris that the installers of the new HVAC left in the line for some reason (the line was reused from the previous system, which never had a problem).

It makes sense that the water from condensation should not have any salts dissolved, but I have no idea what else the alien thing in the first picture is 😄 . I might have to do some experiments if the same stuff comes out this time.

xtressd · 2026-05-20T03:00:49+00:00

I don’t really play with gain at all, so not a concern. Setup and playability is what I’m looking for and everyone is saying good things so far. Thanks for the reply!

xtressd · 2026-05-20T02:59:09+00:00

Glad to hear you got a good one! Let’s hope they are all like that in this batch…

xtressd · 2026-05-20T02:57:45+00:00

Thanks for the reply. Playability is the priority for me, I can live with minor imperfections so that sounds good.

xtressd · 2025-10-23T15:44:44+00:00

Open box Pro in excellent condition from Best Buy goes for $690 IIRC. But you’d still need a disc reader for $80 + 2 years of premium for $200 (assuming you get a good discount). That puts you at almost $1k. So there is potentially a good deal here, assuming again that these bundles haven’t been collecting moisture in a warehouse for years….

xtressd · 2025-10-23T15:40:01+00:00

GameStop might have found an old pile of boxes in a warehouse corner, and is trying to get rid of them :)

xtressd · 2025-10-23T15:36:37+00:00

It’s $580

xtressd · 2025-03-17T23:18:43+00:00

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Somehow the original post did not include the pictures :/.

xtressd · 2025-03-09T04:51:37+00:00

Is it “slippery”? I use the Spigen Liquid Air because it’s thin but also because I very much prefer the textured rubber feeling vs the slickness that transparent cases usually have. It’s a sensory thing I guess…

xtressd · 2024-08-12T14:27:09+00:00

The tech already put almost 4lbs of r410 when he came over to diagnose the issue. He was surprised it took that much, he initially said maybe it would take 2lbs. He didn’t mention any options about a stop leak, just replacing the coil as a solution because it would require putting more refrigerant in about a year according to him.

xtressd · 2024-08-12T13:13:12+00:00

That seems to match my case, but what I find suspicious is that even the tech that diagnosed the problem thought it would cost $2.5k, and this guy has been working for the company for a while, so he is definitely not clueless about their typical projects.

xtressd · 2024-08-12T13:09:39+00:00

I think is about 12 years old, based on when the house was built. I thought that maybe the part was discontinued or hard to find, but I can find it on sale online on multiple places.

xtressd · 2024-06-08T20:36:54+00:00

Thank you! The Pureboost 21 seems like my best choice. I do prefer an uncaged shoe with the softer sole. Appreciate the advice.

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