Although we never hope to have to deal with tropical storms, in Rochester it’s a reality we must be ready for. If you already have a plan to keep your home and family safe, be sure you include air conditioner service when threatening weather looms. Of course it’s not the most crucial worry during a dangerous storm, but there are a few tips to help protect your heating and cooling system in the event of an emergency weather situation.
Batten down the hatches.
Or in this case, the air conditioner! Make sure your system is firmly attached to its base. If any bolts or screws are loose to begin with, tighten them up. Then, go a step further by securing the air conditioner with reinforcement using bolts, straps, or rope. If it’s about time for your regular air conditioner service, your expert technician from Strogen's Service Experts in Rochester can provide a recommendation on the best way to secure your particular air conditioner.
Shut the system down.
This may seem like an obvious step, but in the first moments of a violent storm it can be easy to panic and forget this and other small yet important tasks. Shut down your air conditioner from the thermostat first. Then, if you aren’t already familiar with your fuse box, it’s an ideal time to get to know it! Turn off the fuse connected to your air conditioner and see which fuses control other areas or appliances in your home. Doing so before an emergency saves you the trouble and uncertainty of having to do so in the dark later.
Clear the area around your air conditioner.
Hurricane force winds can do a lot of damage but so can a wheelbarrow that has been launched into your air conditioner. As long as it’s still safe to be outside, make sure you clear the immediate area surrounding your air conditioner. This means furniture, tools, toys, and any other number of items that could be a projectile in unstable weather. Anything that could get thrown into your air conditioner (or your home, for that matter) should be moved to a safer place and secured there.
In the event that a hurricane or severe storm forces water into your air conditioner, DON’T restore power to your air conditioner. If you are unsure of its safety AT ALL, you should immediately call in a licensed professional to provide an expert opinion. The experts at Strogen's have seen it all before. So whether Rochester is expecting hurricane-like conditions or if you just want to schedule an air conditioner service before any future storms hit, call 603-923-4570 today or schedule an appointment online.