Having A New AC Unit Installed

Upgrading your home's air conditioning unit can be one of the most significant changes you may make to the property. Investing in this upgrade can improve the comfort of those in your house while also enhancing reliability and performance. 

Place The Exterior Unit Away From Bushes And Other Tall Plants

When installing a new air conditioning unit, its placement can be a factor that homeowners overlook. For example, this could lead to homeowners placing their new AC unit in areas that may be too close to bushes or other tall plants. These plants can reduce the airflow into the exterior unit. It will also allow leaves to get inside the AC unit's enclosure, which could cause obstructions. For these reasons, you should trim any bushes or tall plants near the unit so they will not interfere with it.

Have The Ducting Serviced When Replacing An AC Unit

When upgrading your home's AC unit, it can be worth servicing the ducting simultaneously. More specifically, you should have the ducting thoroughly cleaned and inspected. Removing dust and other debris can help the new system work as efficiently as possible. Additionally, examining the ducting for signs of gaps, punctures, or other damages can be advisable. These issues can severely decrease the performance of your new AC system, which may lead to it failing to provide the results that you want. While servicing and inspecting the ducting can add to the installation time for the new system, it can avoid situations where there is an unexpected drag on the system's performance.  

Dispose Of The Previous AC Unit In A Safe Manner

Throwing away the old AC unit can be one of the parts of this upgrade that may be surprisingly hazardous. In particular, it will be necessary to drain the refrigerant from the AC unit so it can be processed safely. Without this step, there could be a risk of the refrigerant contaminating the environment or water supplies. Choosing an HVAC service that can handle the disposal of old AC units can help to make this step much more straightforward. As an added benefit, hiring a professional can reduce your risk of exposure to these substances.

Evaluate The Condition Of The AC Unit's Base

Many air conditioning units will rest on top of a solid concrete foundation. This base can act as an elevated platform that will keep the system away from dirt, rocks, and even ponding water. After removing the previous unit, the technician will check the base for signs of structural damage that may need repairs. An example of this could be deep cracks in the concrete.

Contact a local HVAC service to learn more.