With cold weather in Des Moines, you may be when you should cover your outdoor air conditioner. Of if you cover it at all.
Your AC unit is a piece of equipment. It's to resist weather, including temperatures and precipitation.
Sometimes covers because they can trap . wetness inside your can cause internal to rust or moldy.
While an air conditioner cover is choice, there are two that are a cover for period of time—fall and summer.
That's because yard during those seasons—grass clippings, twigs and leaves—can and your system's airflow. airflow means your air conditioning unit works and may use more to cool your .
other ways to make your air conditioner run efficiently? AC maintenance from Web Connect Demo heating and cooling can help. We'll clean and lubricate your , and . This often allows us to before they begin.
Air Conditioner Cover
If you you want to cover your air conditioner, here are on the cover.
Avoid Full Covers
To keep air , a protective air conditioner cover should only the top of your and inches on the side.
AC covers can trap inside your , potentially metal . It could also make your for , which could wires.
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Don't Use Plastic or Vinyl Covers
Plastic or vinyl covers air, which could cause to build up inside your . The best type of is one , like canvas or mesh.
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When
If you to use an air conditioner cover, here are the best times to .
Cover Your Air Conditioner During Summer
A lightweight mesh cover during the summer allows your air conditioner to run while keeping grass clippings and out.
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Cover Your Air Conditioner During Fall
A breathable canvas cover will leaves, nuts and other from into your .
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Cover Your Air Conditioner Before Severe Weather
You can temporarily cover your air conditioner in the winter when you know is . Snow and ice that inside your can melt and refreeze, condenser coils and efficiency.
Although it's not always possible to a hailstorm, you can temporarily cover your if a storm is in Des Moines. Hail can damage your system's , efficiency.
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We Can
Whether you have questions about heating and cooling or need air conditioning service, Web Connect Demo . Give us a call at 123-123-1234 or schedule an appointment online.
