Every time you trim the grass on your lawn or cut back overgrown tree branches, you are keeping your property beautiful and in great shape. But when doing these home maintenance tasks, make sure you keep your outdoor HVAC unit in mind. As it turns out, doing yard work can affect the condenser unit. Here’s how:
Your outdoor HVAC unit houses the fan, which helps pump air through the system to keep your indoor living spaces cool. It should be spinning at the right speed, which means there shouldn’t be any obstructions that may hinder its operation. If debris gets stuck inside, one of the fan’s blades may become bent, compromising your HVAC system’s performance. While this problem can be addressed by removing small branches or twigs, it may also be necessary to have the fan repaired or replaced by a technician.
Failure to keep your yard or lawn in good condition causes grass, shrubs, and other vegetation to overgrow. This hurts your outdoor HVAC unit’s air intake even further. This prevents the equipment from providing consistent indoor comfort, which may lead to an increase in your home’s energy consumption. Keeping your plants trimmed should help you solve this potential problem.
The concrete slab where your outdoor condenser sits should also be watched when you take care of your yard or lawn. The first time of cracking or bulging, get in touch with your local concrete expert to have the issue addressed immediately. Failure to do so can damage your HVAC unit prematurely.
As a homeowner, you must be proactive when caring for your outdoor HVAC unit. Check it at least twice a month for any loose vegetation or debris. Make sure the surrounding area doesn’t have obstructions, allowing for a clearance of at least two feet on all sides of the unit.
If you think the inside of your outdoor HVAC unit is dirty or has debris, don’t delay. Get in touch with Perfect Degree HVAC for professional HVAC tune-ups to help keep your HVAC system in great working order. Reach out to us for a free estimate to service your system. We service all makes and models. Call (610) 529-7372, or fill out our online contact form.
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