# condensation issue at TEV **URL:** \ **Category:** Inspecting HVAC Systems\ **Created:** [September 23, 2008, 10:21pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condensation-issue-at-tev/32178 "2008-09-23T22:21:15Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 7\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Mark\_Thorman](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/e36b37/32.png) [@Mark\_Thorman](https://forum.nachi.org/u/Mark_Thorman)\ **Post date:** [September 23, 2008, 10:21pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condensation-issue-at-tev/32178/1 "2008-09-23T22:21:15Z")
I’ve come across this problem a few times recently. Ceiling mounted air handler with dripping of condensation from the refregertant line fittings onto the insulation of the coverpanel. What can be done to limit the condensation without affecting the effiency of the unit. [www.mauihomeinspections.com](http://www.mauihomeinspections.com) ![Ceiling1715.jpg](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/original/3X/a/f/af34b64e1fbe4d4c792ceec0a63e87db42b1958a.jpeg) ![Ceiling1714.jpg](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/original/3X/1/5/152549970b52c6df58ccd0037703961c76da9c9e.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![dandersen](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/dandersen/32/59398_2.png) [@dandersen](https://forum.nachi.org/u/dandersen)\ **Post date:** [September 23, 2008, 11:46pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condensation-issue-at-tev/32178/2 "2008-09-23T23:46:43Z")
Insulate it with closed cell foam tape designed for the purpose. ---
**Author:** ![cbottger](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/cbottger/32/206_2.png) [@cbottger](https://forum.nachi.org/u/cbottger)\ **Post date:** [September 24, 2008, 2:50am UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condensation-issue-at-tev/32178/3 "2008-09-24T02:50:32Z")
Cork press tape is better the foam pops loose over time;) ---
**Author:** ![Mark\_Thorman](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/e36b37/32.png) [@Mark\_Thorman](https://forum.nachi.org/u/Mark_Thorman)\ **Post date:** [September 24, 2008, 6:01am UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condensation-issue-at-tev/32178/4 "2008-09-24T06:01:25Z")
Thanks [www.mauihomeinspections.com](http://www.mauihomeinspections.com) ---
**Author:** ![dandersen](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/dandersen/32/59398_2.png) [@dandersen](https://forum.nachi.org/u/dandersen)\ **Post date:** [September 24, 2008, 4:40pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condensation-issue-at-tev/32178/5 "2008-09-24T16:40:33Z")
That black sticky stuff for reefers is best, but is hell to get off over time. Just don’t seal off the nut at the bottom of the valve. ---
**Author:** ![Mark\_Thorman](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/e36b37/32.png) [@Mark\_Thorman](https://forum.nachi.org/u/Mark_Thorman)\ **Post date:** [September 24, 2008, 6:03pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condensation-issue-at-tev/32178/6 "2008-09-24T18:03:15Z")
This seems to be a design or install defect as I never see any insulation wrapped around these areas and every one I inspect is dripping. My concern is these units are installed in 150-200 unit condo projects. Where would I find install instructions that spell out how to handle this issue. [www.mauihomeinspections.com](http://www.mauihomeinspections.com) ---
**Author:** ![dandersen](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/dandersen/32/59398_2.png) [@dandersen](https://forum.nachi.org/u/dandersen)\ **Post date:** [September 24, 2008, 6:58pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condensation-issue-at-tev/32178/7 "2008-09-24T18:58:35Z")
Copeland Blue Book. Any TXV Mfg, Sporland etc… The problem is the air passing by the valve is excessively humid. It is right next to the fans! It just needs some thermal tape installed.