Should I Cover My Outdoor Unit During Colder Months?
As the winter season approaches, it may be tempting to cover your outdoor condenser unit. However, this is generally not necessary, and in some cases, doing so may actually damage your unit. Condenser Units Are Designed to Withstand the Elements A condenser unit is made from a material that is unlikely to rust or corrode after being exposed to rain, snow, or sleet. Furthermore, it is unlikely for the unit to experience significant damage after being exposed to extreme cold for days or weeks at a time. If you have any concerns about your home’s cooling system components, feel free to call us at in Show Low, AZ. Our technicians can come to your home and inspect, repair, or replace a condenser unit in a timely and affordable manner. You Might Forget to Take the Cover Off The best reason to refrain from covering an outdoor unit is that you might not remember to take it off. Turning on a covered unit could cause significant damage to coils, fan blades, or other internal parts. Covered Units May Be Prime Real Estate for Rodents Squirrels, mice, and other pest animals may consider a covered condenser unit to be an ideal place...
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