# Aircon Leaking Water Ang Mo Kio | Repair From S$60

> Aircon leaking water in Ang Mo Kio? We clear choked drain lines and fix drain pan and pipe faults. From S$60, fixed quote first, 90-day warranty.

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Ang Mo Kio · Cool Earth Aircon

# Aircon Water Leak Repair in Ang Mo Kio: Stop the Dripping

Last updated: 11 November 2026

The technician finds where the water comes from, clears or repairs it, and tests the drainage before leaving. From S$60, fixed quote first, 90-day warranty.

-   Drain line flush and clearing of choked pipes
-   Drain pan check, re-seating or repair
-   Pipe insulation and trunking checks
-   Drainage test after the fix

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![Water dripping from a wall-mounted aircon onto a bed in an Ang Mo Kio HDB bedroom](/images/misc/water-dripping-from-wall-mounted-aircon-onto-towel.webp)

Water Leak Repair

From S$60

per repair

**4.0/5** 66 Google reviews (Cool Earth Aircon)

**Same-day slots** usual arrival within 90 min, subject to availability

**4,560+** units serviced since 2007

**90-day** workmanship warranty

## What Causes an Aircon Water Leak?

Woke up to a wet patch on the bed, or a steady drip on the floor? It’s stressful, but it’s usually a quick fix.

We’re Aircon Servicing Ang Mo Kio, the local service of Cool Earth Aircon, which Brian started in 2007 as a one-man workshop. Aircon water leak repair is one of the jobs our team gets called out for most in the estate.

Here’s the thing: every aircon makes water. As warm, humid air passes over the cold coil, moisture condenses and drips into the drain pan, then runs out through the condensate drain line. A leak means that water has found another way out.

In most homes, the cause is one of these:

-   A **choked drain line**, where dust and slime block the pipe so water backs up
-   A **drain pan** that is cracked, tilted or full of sludge
-   Worn **pipe insulation** on the copper piping, so cold pipes sweat onto the wall
-   An indoor unit that is not level, so water tips forward instead of draining

Singapore’s weather makes the first one worse. Gree’s Singapore aircon guide explains that year-round humidity lets dust and moisture combine into a slimy biofilm, which narrows the drain pipe until water backs up and spills from the front of the unit.

Age matters too. According to a Remember Singapore history of the town, the first flats in Ang Mo Kio were completed in 1973. In the older HDB blocks, ageing piping makes leak repairs a common job.

Our technician finds which cause applies before quoting. That way, the fix stops the leak instead of hiding it for a week.

![Technician clearing a choked aircon drain line with a vacuum pump in an HDB bedroom](/images/content/technician-using-vacuum-pump-to-clear-choked-airco.webp)

## How Is the Leak Fixed?

Our technician starts at the fan coil unit and follows the water. The steps run in this order:

1.  Check the drain pan for cracks, sludge and level.
2.  Test the drain line by running water through it.
3.  If the line is choked, pull out the blockage with a vacuum flush.
4.  Inspect the pipe insulation and the trunking along the wall, especially on older runs where the insulation has gone brittle.
5.  Run water through the system again to prove it drains freely.

You pay after the job. If the same leak returns within 90 days, we come back and fix it at no extra charge.

Prices depend on the cause. A February 2026 cost guide from Homejourney puts typical leak repairs in Singapore at $50 to $300 per unit, which is why we diagnose first and quote after.

## When Is an Overhaul the Better Fix?

Some leaks keep coming back because the drain pan is full of jelly sludge. This is a thick layer of slime and mould that re-chokes the line soon after each flush.

Clearing the pipe helps for a while, but the source is still sitting in the pan. In that case, the lasting fix is a 

chemical overhaul

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, where we take the unit apart and soak and scrub the pan. It’s quoted separately, and you decide before any work starts.

Is dirt building up but no sludge has set in yet? A 

chemical wash

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 flushes the drain parts with the unit still on the wall.

## Common Problems We Solve

### Water dripping onto beds and floors

This is the most common call. Usually it’s a choked drain line, and we clear it on the spot.

While you wait for us:

-   Switch the unit off.
-   Put a towel below the drip.
-   Move bedding and electronics out of the way.

### Water stains on the wall

Stains below the unit or along the pipe run often point to worn pipe insulation or a drain connection that has come loose. Left alone, they damage paint and plaster.

The usual suspects:

-   Brittle insulation where the cold copper pipe sweats
-   A drain connection that has worked loose over the years

### Leak only at night

Units run longer and colder overnight, so they produce more water. A drain line that is half blocked copes in the day and overflows at night.

A frozen coil can also play a part. Gree’s guide notes that when the ice melts, more water lands in the pan than the drain can clear.

### Leak right after servicing

Loosened dirt can settle in the line, or a panel may not be seated properly. If the leak follows our own servicing, the 90-day warranty covers it.

## What Can You Do Before the Technician Arrives?

A few quick steps keep the damage small:

-   Switch the unit off at the remote and at the wall switch, especially if water is near a power point.
-   Put a towel or a bucket below the drip, and move bedding or electronics out of the way.
-   Leave the drain pipe and the unit alone. Pulling the pipe or opening the unit yourself can crack the drain pan or loosen a connection.
-   Take a photo or a short video showing where the water comes out.
-   Send it on WhatsApp with your Ang Mo Kio address.

That last step helps a lot. Our technician can bring the right tools and, where the cause is clear, quote a likely price before the visit.

One more tip: empty the bucket once the leak is fixed. The National Environment Agency lists pails and similar containers as places where Aedes mosquitoes can breed, so don’t leave standing water around.

## Older HDB Flats in Ang Mo Kio

Many blocks in 

Teck Ghee, Cheng San, Chong Boon and Kebun Bahru

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 were built in the late 1970s and 1980s, and their drain piping and insulation have aged with them. Repeat leaks are more common in these flats. For that reason, we check the whole drain path, not just the pipe end.

To keep drains clear between visits, book 

general aircon servicing

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 every 3 to 4 months. Each visit includes a drain line flush. If you run 2 to 4 units, it’s easiest to service them all in one go.

For anything else that has gone wrong with your unit, see 

aircon repair

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. Got a drip right now? Send us a photo on WhatsApp, and we’ll sort out your aircon water leak repair fast.

Pricing

## How much does water leak repair cost in Ang Mo Kio?

Overhaul quoted separately if sludge build-up is the cause.

Recommended

### Leak Repair

Choked drain line, tilted pan or pipe fault.

From S$60 per repair

-   Source of the leak found
-   Drain line flushed or cleared
-   Drain pan and insulation checked
-   Drainage tested after

### Chemical Wash

When dirty drain parts keep choking.

From S$80 per unit

-   Coil, blower wheel and drain parts washed
-   Drain line flushed
-   Tested after

### Chemical Overhaul

When sludge keeps coming back.

S$130 to S$180 per unit

-   Unit taken apart
-   Drain pan soaked and scrubbed
-   Parts checked for wear

Fixed quote before work · No callout fee · Pay after the job · 90-day workmanship warranty. 

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Why choose us

## Why choose Aircon Servicing Ang Mo Kio for water leak repair?

### Source found, not guessed

The technician traces where the water escapes so the fix targets the real cause.

### Leak-back warranty

If the same leak returns within 90 days, the team comes back and fixes it at no extra charge.

### Older HDB piping

Leaks from old piping are a common job in the older blocks of Teck Ghee, Cheng San and Kebun Bahru.

### Same-day slots

Subject to availability. Technicians usually arrive within 90 minutes of a confirmed booking.

### No callout fee

A fixed quote before work, and payment after the job.

Process

## How does our water leak repair work?

1.  1
    
    ### Stop and protect
    
    Switch the unit off, put a towel or bucket below it, and WhatsApp a photo of where the water drips.
    
2.  2
    
    ### Book a slot
    
    Same-day slots are offered subject to availability, with usual arrival within 90 minutes.
    
3.  3
    
    ### Trace the source
    
    The drain line, drain pan, insulation and unit level are checked to find where the water escapes.
    
4.  4
    
    ### Fix with your go-ahead
    
    You get a fixed quote, then the line is cleared or the fault repaired.
    
5.  5
    
    ### Test the drainage
    
    Water is run through the system to confirm it drains freely. You pay after the job.
    

Our work

## Water Leak Repair jobs in Ang Mo Kio

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Reviews

## What customers say

Cool Earth Aircon holds a 4.0 Google rating from 66 reviews.

4.0/5on Google

> "Water was dripping onto the bed. They came the same afternoon, cleared the drain line and tested it before leaving."

JJason L.Kebun Bahru

> "Three units in our Teck Ghee flat, done in one evening after work. The price on WhatsApp was the price I paid."

MMei Ling T.Teck Ghee

> "The bedroom unit smelled sour for months. After the overhaul the smell is gone and it cools properly again. He showed me the sludge in the drain pan."

RRavi K.Cheng San

FAQ

## Water Leak Repair FAQs

### Why is my aircon leaking water?

Water dripping from the indoor unit is usually one of three things. The most common is a choked condensate drain line. Dust, mould and slime build up inside the pipe until water backs up into the drain pan and spills over. The second is the drain pan itself: it can crack, tilt or fill with jelly-like sludge. The third is worn pipe insulation on the copper piping, which lets cold pipes sweat so the water runs down the wall. A unit that is not mounted level can also tip water forward. The technician checks each of these to find the actual source, then gives a fixed quote for the fix before starting.

### How much is aircon water leak repair in Ang Mo Kio?

Water leak repair starts from S$60. A choked drain line that only needs clearing sits near that starting price. A drain pan fault or a pipe insulation repair is quoted after the technician sees it. If jelly-like sludge keeps choking the system, the lasting fix may be a chemical overhaul at S$130 to S$180 per unit, which takes the unit apart so the drain pan can be cleaned properly. That is always quoted separately, and you decide before any work starts. There is no callout fee and you pay after the job. If the same leak returns within 90 days, the team comes back and fixes it at no extra charge.

### Is it safe to keep using a leaking aircon?

It is best to switch it off. Water can stain walls, soak beds and damage flooring, and if it reaches electrical parts or sockets it becomes a safety risk. Put a towel or bucket under the unit and turn it off at the switch. If you need cooling while waiting, use another room or a fan. A drip can also mean the drain pan is full and about to overflow faster. Send a photo or short video on WhatsApp showing where the water comes from, as that helps the technician bring the right tools. Same-day slots in Ang Mo Kio are available subject to availability, with usual arrival within 90 minutes.

### Why does my aircon only leak at night?

Units run longer and colder overnight, so they produce more water. A drain line that is partly choked copes in the day but overflows during long night use.

### Why is my aircon leaking right after servicing?

Sometimes loosened dirt settles in the drain line, or the drain pan or front panel was not seated properly. If it happens after our work, it is covered by the 90-day warranty.

### Water is dripping from the outdoor pipe. Is that a problem?

Some water at the outdoor end of the drain pipe is normal. Dripping from pipe joints or along the trunking is not, and may mean worn insulation or a loose drain connection.

### Can a chemical wash stop the leak?

If dirty drain parts are the cause, yes, since the drain pan and line are flushed. If the pan is cracked or the insulation is worn, a repair is needed instead.

### Why do older HDB flats leak more often?

Many blocks in Teck Ghee, Cheng San and Kebun Bahru date from the late 1970s and 1980s, and old drain piping and insulation wear out. Leak repairs are a common job there.

### Do you fix leaks on condo multi-split units?

Yes. Each indoor unit has its own drain, so the technician checks the leaking unit and its drain path, whether it is a single split or a System 2, 3 or 4 setup.

Related guides

## Read before you book

![Close view of a dusty aircon filter pulled from a wall-mounted unit in an HDB bedroom](/images/featured/close-view-of-a-dusty-aircon-filter-pulled-from-a-.webp)

Guide · 4 min read

### Signs Your Aircon Needs Servicing

Weak airflow, dusty filters, slow cooling or a light musty smell? The signs your aircon is due for servicing, and when it needs more than that.

Read guide

[Signs Your Aircon Needs Servicing →](/guide/signs-your-aircon-needs-servicing/)

![Technician flushing an aircon drain line with a small pump in an HDB bedroom](/images/featured/technician-flushing-an-aircon-drain-line-with-a-sm.webp)

Decision guide · 5 min read

### What Happens During General Aircon Servicing: The 8-Point Checklist

Filter clean, coil clean, drain flush, pressure check and more. See exactly what general aircon servicing covers so you can compare quotes.

Read guide

[What Happens During General Aircon Servicing: The 8-Point Checklist →](/guide/what-happens-during-aircon-servicing/)

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S$130 to S$180 Details

[Aircon Chemical Overhaul →](/chemical-overhaul/)

 

![Aircon fins being rinsed during a chemical wash in a Singapore flat](/images/cards/close-view-of-mouldy-aircon-fins-being-rinsed-with.webp) Deep clean on the wall

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### Aircon Repair

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Same-day slots, subject to availability

## Ready to book water leak repair?

Send the number of units and your Ang Mo Kio address. You get a fixed price for aircon water leak repair before any work starts.

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