Is Your Air Conditioner Ready for Summer?

With hotter temperatures threatening Utah in the coming weeks it is time to prepare your air conditioner. It is probably still thawing from an unfathomably cold winter we just came from. Some may find that your unit will need repairs but serious repairs should be done by an HVAC professional. Although, there are some things that you can do to ensure your air conditioning is up to par this summer.

Your air conditioner’s condenser is usually located outside your home in a large metal box. It is ideal to have an air conditioning cover during the winter to protect it, especially during Utah winters. But this is not always the case, so you will need to clean out any debris that has accumulated.

The pipes that run from the evaporator to the condenser outside should be covered in foam to prevent any loss of energy. If there is any foam cracked, missing or frayed, replace it to ensure the efficiency of the entire unit.

Keeping cool in a Utah summer is essential because the temperatures can push the 100’s most times. Taking care of your air conditioner during the summer months and especially the winter months is essential to the unit’s overall health. Keeping it protected with an air conditioning cover will reduce the amount of maintenance that will need to be performed before using it again. There are many places in Utah to purchase an air conditioning cover. Residential & Commercial Awnings - Custom Tarps - Vinyl Banners - Air Conditioner & Swamp Cooler Covers - Canvas Products