It is essential to take care of your HVAC system before a storm arrives.
- Do you live in an area where hurricanes are prevalent, yet you still insist on using a central HVAC system with an indoor and outdoor unit? The smartest thing would be to upgrade your system to a unit with no outdoor unit, but the central air conditioning unit still works perfectly.
However, if you still insist on owning the old HVAC system, you need to take a few precautionary measures before the storm hits. Outdoor HVAC units tend to be well sacred and slightly raised to prevent weather elements in such areas. Sometimes the storm is so harsh that the unit may not survive the pressure. So how does a new homeowner take care of their outdoor AC unit before they experience their first storm. Ideally, one should work on defensive techniques other than fixing the damage. First, invest in surge protectors. Storms can be very unpredictable, and it is up to you to ensure you protect your appliances, including the HVAC system, from power surges that may result from the storm effects. Preferably go for whole-house protectors as they are likely to be more effective in protecting the entire house from electrical damage as long as there are any plugged appliances. Ensure there are circuit broker labels on significant devices, including the HVAC system. This makes it easy for older family members to switch them off if the story is too harsh. You can also tie down condensers which tend to topple when the storm is fierce. Note that if the condenser tips over, the damage caused is likely to be irreparable. Also, ensure you clear the outdoors, incredibly close to the outdoor unit. Remove any hanging branches on trees that could easily fall on the unit.