A proactive approach is so often better for everything in life, including preparation of your HVAC system for hurricane season. So, what should your hurricane preparedness include?
To promote HVAC system health and functionality and help prevent damage due to hurricanes, HVAC inspections are recommended in advance of storms. It is wise to schedule an inspection by a properly licensed HVAC company so that you can rest easy knowing that a trusted professional has:
- Meticulously tested your HVAC system for any problematic parts or performance; and
- Ensured that your HVAC system is operating with optimal levels of refrigerant.
- Professional HVAC maintenance also includes the inspection and necessary cleaning, draining and filter replacement.
- Additionally, connections are inspected to ensure that they have not become loose and parts are examined for excessive wear.
In advance of hurricanes, outdoor units should also be checked to be certain that they are securely anchored in place and clear of debris or anything nearby that could turn into a projectile if a hurricane does hit.
HVAC surge protectors can also be installed to prevent electrical damage that can be triggered by lightning strikes or power surges caused by electrical outages.
HVAC system vulnerabilities only increase during inclement weather. So do yourself a favor and opt for peace of mind this hurricane season with proper pre-storm preparation.