What to do with all that water dripping from your air conditioning unit
It's not for drinking, but it turns out that AC water is handy for all sorts of other things
Most people have their air-conditioning unit cranked up to the max at the moment, so you’ll probably have noticed the steady drip of water it produces as it works. Most of us let it run straight down the drain without a second thought, but it turns out that water can actually be put to good use around the house and garden, rather than going to waste.
The water comes from condensation, formed as humidity in the air turns into droplets while your unit cools the room. It's not suitable for drinking or cooking, since it picks up dust, microorganisms and other particles from the air inside your home as it forms. But once you look past that, it has plenty of other uses.
Watering plants is probably the most obvious one. The water produced by air conditioning units is essentially distilled, with very low mineral content and no limescale or chlorine, so as long as your unit is well maintained it should be free of any chemical residue too.
That makes it particularly good for plants that prefer acidic soil or soft water, hydrangeas and a lot of houseplants included, as well as succulents which don't need much in the way of nutrients anyway.
Because the water is essentially demineralised, it doesn't contain the nutrients plants would normally pick up from tap water, so using it exclusively over a long period isn't ideal, especially for thirstier or more demanding plants. Alternating it with tap water, or adding fertiliser or compost now and again, keeps the soil properly nourished while still letting you make use of the water you'd otherwise be pouring away.
That same lack of limescale makes it a good choice for topping up your steam iron, helping to prevent the build up of scale that can shorten its lifespan.
It's also handy for cleaning glass, mirrors and shower screens, since it won't leave behind the streaky white marks tap water tends to leave once it dries, meaning you'll likely get a cleaner finish without having to go over the surface again and again.
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Costa Calida Technical Services Group SL CCTS (formerly Camposol Heating & Maintenance SL) are specialists in the installation and servicing of central heating, air-conditioning, gas & oil boilers and gas & electric water heaters.
As part of the plans for future growth and expansion into additional service areas, CHM officially rebranded on August 1, 2026 as Costa Cálida Technical Services Group SL, or CCTS for short.
New name, same outstanding service!
Based on Camposol Sector C, CCTS have been trading in Murcia for over 18 years, serving satisfied customers with the new central heating and air conditioning systems.
CCTS is a legally registered company, meaning they can formally and legitimately install gas, oil and refrigerant installations in your home in Spain, helping you to avoid any problems with cowboy plumbers and unregistered workers.
Although they are based in Camposol, they cover a 35km radius of the Region of Murcia, meaning they can service heaters and boilers across the whole south of Murcia, from Lorca and Mazarrón to Cartagena and the Mar Menor, and they have hundreds of satisfied, regular customers in this area.
They have mobile employees on call, ready to help who can offer a robust out-of-hours backup and maintenance service.What’s more, CCTS only work with legal, quality suppliers and major established manufacturers such as Baxi and Junkers, because of their commitment to guaranteeing a high level of aftersales support for customers.
What services to do they offer?
- Gas central heating
CCTS installs gas central heating with UK-style, thermostat-controlled convection radiators for maximum efficiency. These panel radiators, which have copper pipework, are not sectional, making them less likely to leak in the future. - Gas water heating
Save hundreds of euros a year on your electricity bills with CCTS by switching to gas water heating! With the alarming increase in the cost of electricity in Spain, it make sense to get instant savings with an easy-to-install, gas-based water heating system. - Oil central heating
They can also provide you with the same kind of UK-style convection radiators but using oil-fired central heating so you can “pay as you go”, and only pay for the hot water and heating you use. All their oil tanks – Baxi Roca, combination boilers – are double skinned, so even if there is a leak in the internal tank, it is held by the second skin. We install. - Backup water tanks
Ensure you never run out of water by installing a fully pumped water deposit system in your home – just choose the size and type that suits your needs! - Air Conditioning
Get domestic and commercial air conditioning with inverter technology to cool, heat and even dehumidify your property. All the air conditioning units provided by CCTS come with a two-year warranty and a backup service from manufacturer Baxi. - Leak Detection and Repair
Contact CCTS to pinpoint the source of water leaks quickly and securely, whether inside or out, and get it repaired in the shortest time possible.
…and much more!
For more information on how Costa Calida Technical Services Group can help you with all your central heating, gas, water, air conditioning and plumbing leakage problems, contact them today on +34 968 199 184 / +34 646 965 082 or email CCTSGROUPSL@gmail.com.
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