How To Protect The AC Of Your Home During The Rainy Season

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How To Protect The AC Of Your Home During The Rainy Season

Air conditioners have become an integral part of the home appliance system. In the summer of India, it is a challenge to find the best air conditioners. With the onset of the rains in many provinces of the country, ACs need attention in order to do their job better.

Regular maintenance of air conditioners not only increases cooling efficiency but also ensures lower electricity consumption.

  • During A Storm

a. To prevent pollution from getting into the system, consider turning off the AC when a dust storm surrounds your home.

b. To avoid compressor damage during the power outage, turn off the AC and wait at least five minutes before returning to power.

  • Clean Your Coil

a. Storms can leave your outdoor area covered with dirt, which can cause the unit to continue to heat up and use more electricity.

b. Your coil is washed regularly by a professional, especially during the rainy season.

  • Check Your Roof and Roads

a. If you have a house roof, make sure it is well protected against strong winds. Consider installing a hail guard.

b. Make sure the ductwork is properly sealed to prevent dust and dirt from entering your home.

  • Invest in a Blast Protector

The power cord will only protect against small fluctuations while the indoor protector is able to withstand severe outbursts caused by storms.

  • Get a Voltage Stabilizer

Voltage stabilizers are considered to be one of the best investments, especially if you live in an area where torrential rains bring frequent power outages. Therefore, it is recommended that you use voltage stabilizers to protect your Air Conditioner.

  • Moisture Control

Maintaining indoor humidity control is especially important during the weather. While normal humidity is good for our health, high levels can lead to a variety of issues. Therefore, the recommended range of indoor space is a relative humidity of 30-50%.

However, during the rainy season, the humidity level sometimes extends to the recommended range. Therefore, it may be best to use your AC in dry mode. Dry mode helps to remove moisture and thus removes excess moisture from the environment. Call us today or schedule a service online for the best AC tune-up or AC service in The Villages and the surrounding areas.

  • Clean The Outdoor Unit

Air chambers are installed in the outdoor room which is an important part of your plan. A little rain can help remove the debris that would otherwise remain. However, heavy rain and stormy weather can clog the unit with leaves, dust, shoots, etc. Therefore, it is very important to provide breathing space for your external AC unit.

  • Proper Heat

It is recommended that you use your AC between 25 and 30 degrees during the rainy season as it maintains the correct temperature on those rainy days. This range is also a good source of heat as it reduces electricity costs.

  • Turn Off The AC During A Storm

During the rainy season, there may be severe storms, and at times it may be severe. Therefore, one should always turn off their AC units during storms as they may damage the external fan of the AC machine and other components.Contact us at (352) 787-9550 for all your AC repairs The Villages and nearby areas.

  • AC Coils Are Clean

To maximize the efficiency of your system, AC / coil conductors need to be cleaned especially during the rainy season. These coils located in the outer room of the AC chamber are directly responsible for cooling. Therefore, when dirt builds up on coils, they tend to limit their heat transfer capacity. This will make your AC more energy efficient. It is recommended that you clean them whenever you find them dirty or when you call professionals to use your ACs.

  • Keep A Check On Drain Pipes

It is important to check drain pipes now and especially during the rainy season. The drainage pipe can be blocked due to contamination or water leaks due to high humidity in the atmosphere. Over time, algae can build up more. Therefore, all water should be drained from the drainage system.

  • How To Use AC Properly

Before turning on your AC make sure you close all doors and windows. This is done to keep the room you want warm. Instead of forcing your AC to overheat and releasing cold air, set your unit at room temperature. During heavy rains, extra care should be taken to keep doors and windows closed as if left unmanaged they could cause moisture to enter the room and cause water droplets on the walls, windows, etc.

  • Improve AC Performance

Please remember to exclude any device that produces heat and power converters such as LED TV, Computer, etc.

  • Insurance Is Better Than Replacement

Take it from us, replacing existing AC units is difficult. That’s why you can also choose an Annual Maintenance Contract (AMC) or an extended warranty from an AV dealer or an AV component for additional protection.

  • Let The Humidity Sensors, Controls, And Central HVAC Systems Control The Rainy Season

Make sure that sensitive and expensive equipment is stored in a cool place. This also reduces moisture and creates a dusty surface for your equipment, which is exactly what they need this season. Try to maintain a constant temperature as sudden cooling or heat can cause congestion and damage your equipment. If you face any issue of HVAC repair in The Villages and the surrounding areas you can contact Suter Air Conditioning Inc. 

Now that you know how your Audio Visual equipment may be affected by the storm and its protective measures, we hope you are trying to apply these tips for a harmless and fun storm.

Even after taking the necessary precautions, if you are still experiencing problems, please be sure to call the AC service specialists. Prevention is better than cure. This goes with your AC again. Instead of ignoring the problem or fixing it for another day and regretting it, it is always better to book a service call and have that AC problem checked by a qualified service technician.