How to Prepare Your Hurricane Home for Air Conditioning Installation

So you’ve decided it’s time to upgrade your existing air conditioning system to a more energy efficient system. Congratulations! You’re investing in your family’s comfort as well as the reduction of your utility bills and responsible consumption of energy. While those are all great things there are still a couple other things you can do to prepare your Columbus home before you get going with the air conditioning installation process. 

1. Review the Manual J Heating and Cooling Load 

First of all, the AC contractor should have conducted what’s called a heating and cooling load calculation. This complex calculation takes into account the home’s structure, roof, windows, direction and location to decide the size and type of equipment needed. Ask to see the load calculation and have it spelled out for you. If the contractor did what’s commonly referenced as a Block Assessment, or did not do a load calculation at all, we would strongly recommend choosing another contractor or calling Stevenson Service Experts at 614-334-3192. Your Columbus HVAC professional will be able to give you a full assessment. 

2. Clean and Seal Ducts. 

Next, have the company clean your ductwork. It’s not recommended to introduce caked on dirt and dust from a very old duct system to your brand new air conditioning system. The health of your entire system and the quality of the air you breathe begins with your ducts giving you clean air, so make sure that they are cleaned and correctly sealed by the HVAC contractor. If you can’t remember the last time you had your ducts cleaned or have never had them cleaned, have the contractor perform a duct cleaning before your new AC installation

3. Clear a Path. 

Prior to the air conditioner installation you will also want to clear the area where equipment will be installed, and make certain it is easy to access. There are stairs, landscaping porches, decks or other things close to the AC, clear the area as much as you can. Make certain the area is clear of yard waste like big sticks and leaf piles so installation is even simpler. Also make sure to clear away any other objects that could get in your installation professional’s way such as garden hoses, rakes, or children’s toys. Make sure pets are caged so they do not get in the way of the installation crew. 

Think you’re ready to move forward with the air conditioning installation process? Call the pros at Stevenson Service Experts at 614-334-3192 or schedule an appointment online for a free home comfort analysis and system upgrade estimate. 

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