How to Prepare HVAC Equipment for a Storm
How Do You Prepare HVAC Equipment for a Storm?
When a storm is approaching, make sure your HVAC equipment is prepared with these tips from A1 Chesney Service Experts.
- Protect Your System from the Surge
Purchase a high-quality surge protector where any heavy appliances, such as a furnace, are plugged into a typical wall outlet, to automatically turn off your HVAC appliances if there’s a spike in the line voltage. Also, don’t touch any electrical components, and ask for a technician’s help if you are not familiar with using surge protectors.
- Make Sure Everything is Anchored
Confirm your outside cooling equipment is installed on a concrete pad and properly secured to avoid the equipment from being launched in the air or washing away during a storm. If your community is prone to hurricanes, use hurricane straps to protect your air conditioning system from high winds.
- Cover Your Equipment (If Possible)
The well-being of you and your family should come first, but if time permits, turn off your heating and cooling system and cover the outdoor equipment with a tarp. Be sure to remove the tarp and any debris before you turn your equipment back on after a storm.
- Check For Damage
When the storm has passed, ensure the system is safe before turning it back on. First, make sure there are no indicators of damage and clean any debris from around the equipment. Call A1 Chesney Service Experts for an equipment inspection if there is any damage or flooding to the equipment. Once you’ve had the system inspected by a professional, turn the equipment back on right away to help dry the home and avoid mold from getting into the system or ductwork.
If your equipment has suffered any damage, check out these recommendations on what to do if your equipment suffers damage and then call A1 Chesney Service Experts and learn about our membership plans to help keep your HVAC equipment in working order all year long.
