How to Prepare HVAC Equipment for a Storm

How Do You Prepare HVAC Equipment for a Storm? 

When a storm is on its way, make sure your heating and air conditioning equipment is primed with these suggestions from Stevenson Service Experts. 

  • Protect Your System from the Surge 

Install a high-quality surge protector where any heavy appliances, for example, a furnace, are plugged into a common wall outlet, to automatically shut down your system if there’s a jump in the line voltage. Also, do not touch any electrical components, and ask for a technician’s help if you need help assistance with 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 throughout the course of 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 allows, shut off your heating and air conditioning system and cover the outdoor unit with a tarp. Be sure to remove the tarp and any debris before you turn your system back on at the end of a storm. 

  • Check For Damage 

Once the storm has passed, ensure the system is safe before turning it back on. First, make sure there are no signs of damage and clean any debris from around the system. Call Stevenson Service Experts for an equipment inspection if there is any damage or flooding to the unit. Once you’ve had the system inspected by a professional, turn the heating and cooling system back on ASAP to help dry the home and prevent mold from getting into the equipment or ductwork. 

If your system has suffered any damage, check out these tips on what to do if your equipment suffers damage and then call Stevenson Service Experts and learn about our membership plans to help keep your HVAC system in working order all year long. 

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