How to Prepare for Your AC Installation

You’ve scheduled your AC installation and the day is quickly approaching. First, congratulations! Whether you’re replacing an old, broken unit or getting AC installed for the first time, it’s a game changer for your household’s comfort. There’s nothing like cool air conditioning on a hot day.

Of course, you want to make sure the installation process goes as smoothly and quickly as possible, so what can you do to help? Below, you’ll get a few tips for how you can prepare for your AC installation before the professionals show up to do the work.

#1 – Clear a Path

Before the installers arrive, make sure you create a space for your AC company to get to the area. That may mean moving things aside, rearranging items or furniture, or even doing a bit of lawn maintenance for outside units. You want to ensure that the installers have all the space they need to get the job done without having to squeeze themselves through.

#2 – Take Care of Your Ducts

If you have existing ductwork, make sure it’s cleaned, aired out, and properly sealed before your new unit is installed. Otherwise, you risk damaging your brand-new unit or getting poor air quality and circulation. If you’re unable (or just uninterested) in doing the cleaning yourself, ask the company installing your AC if they offer duct cleaning and sealing. That way, you’ll know it’s done properly.

#3 – Check the System

Before everything gets underway, take a few minutes to verify that the system is the one you ordered. The company installing your system should perform a load circulation to identify the right unit, so the system ordered was likely chosen to fit perfectly with your space and needs. You want to ensure you have the correct one before installation.

#4 – Learn the Unit

Before the installers leave, make sure to ask them for an overview of the unit and how to handle any maintenance needs – including routine steps you should take yourself to keep the unit in good shape. You can do some research on your own, of course, but it’s best to ask the experts while they’re right there in your home! You’ll know how to best take care of your new AC and know who to call if something goes awry.

Final Thoughts

Having a new AC unit completely changes how your home feels. It’s a major purchase, too, so you’ll want to do everything you can to make the installation easy, quick, and effective. Just follow the tips above and you’ll be cooling down in no time.