3 Easy Steps To a Summer-Ready Air Conditioner

Before attempting to operate your cooling system, remove any covers you may have placed over the outdoor unit to protect it from leaves and sand.

This helps the outdoor unit move air in and out and function properly. It’s also a good idea to remove any stored lawn furniture, pool equipment, etc. that ended up next to it over the winter.

A good rule of thumb is trimming back the plants around your outdoor unit, or condenser. Debris and overgrowth can slow down or stop the airflow, so you’ll want to keep plants and trees trimmed away back 2-4 feet.

Once you’ve finished your own maintenance, it’s a great idea to have a spring tune-up done. A trained technician can thoroughly check your system and suggest proactive repairs before the summer heat sets in. This way you can avoid breakdowns in the middle of the hottest and busiest part of summer.