With the rapid changes in the weather, one can truly wonder if our appliances are up to the task of coping with it. Honestly speaking, weather conditions can damage your home and property and that includes your HVAC system. For this article, we will be giving you some tips on how to prepare your HVAC system for all possible weather changes.
Heavy rain
Now, this is very particular in areas that flooding is common. While your outdoor unit can withstand torrential rain, you might want to keep a closer lookout for any flooding. It’s essential to check your basement during periods of heavy rainfall. Respond immediately to any possible situation that could lead to further damage to your home.
High winds and storms
There are days that the weather can be windy, and worse stormy. It might not cause harm to your outdoor unit but you still have to check for any debris accumulated around your system. Make sure that your system is still sitting level on the ground or on the pad it rests. If your units stop working altogether after a storm, check your circuit breaker to ensure no tripping has occurred; this is usually a quick and easy fix.
Snow and ice
Fall is almost here and before you even know it, it’s winter. Snow could cause issues concerning performance on your HVAC. Snow build-up can cause damage to the outdoor unit, excessive moisture will block airflow within the system. The heat pump may operate while it is snowing outside but any built-up around the system could cause your system to perform inefficiently.
Extreme Temperatures
HVAC system issues commonly occur during extreme temperatures (hottest or coldest). Routine maintenance is an unquestionable way to help your system keep up with these changes and be reliable at the most. A preventative heating or cooling tune-up can help identify and repair issues within your system.
Preparations for your heating and cooling system for severe weather scenarios
Always check your local climate and weather changes. Being aware of what’s coming is essential in helping you prepare in protecting your HVAC unit.
During severe weather conditions, your system can experience irrevocable damage. Professional technicians advise that you maintain your HVAC system switched off during this time. If you receive warnings about the incoming weather, it is best to turn off your HVAC unit. This practice will terminate the entire energy supply to the system and substantially lowers the risk of any power-related mishap.
Protect your outside unit. Organization and tidiness go a long way. Your external HVAC unit has exposure to strong winds, hail, and flying debris that can critically damage it. Put away your outdoor furniture, and tools. Cover your unit to protect it from hail and excessive rainfall.
Plan and prepare. Contingency planning can help protect you and maintain comfort from HVAC downtime. Expect power outages during extreme weather changes. One of the best things to do is have a standby power generator.
Get the right help. It is an important thing to get the proper assistance. To ensure that your HVAC system remains optimally functioning, you must have a professional on board with you.
Never underestimate the advice of HVAC experts. Here in VCS Mechanical, we offer repairs, maintenance, and education to help you with your HVAC units.
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