Simple Tips To Safeguard Your AC From Cottonwood Issues
When you have certain appliances in Michigan, that are not being used doing a particular season, you have to take care in protecting them to make sure that they’re sustained a long life.
Right now with summer here, we are starting to see warmer days if heat index reaching into the triple digits. It’s crucial that if you own a home, or even an air conditioner that sits in your window, you keep it clean and free of debris. One big piece of debris that Michigan has been seen that could cause severe damage to your air conditioner, and force it to work even harder.
Cottonwood has been falling so hard recently in Michigan that it almost seems like it’s snowing throughout the state. The Cottonwood is following at such an alarming rate, that those who have air conditioning units in the path of the following cot, wood could run into a problem where it begins to clog the unit.
According to one source, it shares exactly why this following cotton seeds could cause heavy damage to your air-conditioning unit and give some suggestions on how to keep it from failing.
How Can Cottonwood Damage Your HVAC System?
When cottonwood seeds make their way into your air conditioner, they can clog up the air filter. This can cause your HVAC unit to work harder to circulate cool air throughout your home. If the cottonwood is not removed, it can build up in the coils of your cooling equipment. This can cause the coils to become less efficient at transferring heat, leading to a less effective system and lower energy efficiency.
Williams Comfort Air suggests gently cleaning your AC unit with a garden hose and to clear it regularly of debris to avoid costly repairs.
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