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Hurricane Season & Your AC: How to Protect Your System

Why Protecting Your AC During Hurricane Season is Important

Living in Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Naples, and surrounding areas, we know that hurricane season can bring intense storms, heavy winds, and flooding. Your air conditioning system is a major investment, and protecting it before, during, and after a hurricane can help prevent costly repairs or replacements. At Big Air AC, we want to help you keep your AC unit safe and functional even during the most severe weather.

Steps to Protect Your AC Before a Hurricane

1. Secure Your Outdoor Unit

Strong winds can turn debris into projectiles, potentially damaging your outdoor condenser unit.

  • What You Can Do:

    • Use hurricane straps to anchor the unit to its base.

    • Trim nearby trees and remove loose yard items that could hit the AC unit.

2. Shut Off Your AC Before the Storm Hits

Power surges and flooding can cause serious damage to your system.

  • What You Can Do:

    • Turn off the AC at the thermostat and circuit breaker.

    • Cover the outdoor unit with a waterproof tarp or protective cover to minimize water exposure.

3. Elevate Your AC Unit If You’re in a Flood-Prone Area

Floodwaters can submerge your AC system, causing corrosion and electrical damage.

  • What You Can Do:

    • Consider raising your condenser unit on a secure, elevated platform.

    • Contact Big Air AC to assess your home’s risk and recommend a proper elevation solution.


What to Do After a Hurricane

1. Inspect for Visible Damage

Before turning your AC back on, check for any signs of physical damage or flooding.

  • Look for:

    • Bent or missing fan blades

    • Water pooling around the unit

    • Exposed or frayed electrical wires

2. Do Not Turn Your AC On Immediately

If your home experienced a power outage, there may be voltage fluctuations when power is restored.

  • What You Can Do:

    • Wait until power stabilizes to avoid damaging the compressor.

    • If your system was exposed to water, call a professional before restarting it.

3. Schedule a Professional AC Inspection

Even if your AC appears undamaged, hidden issues can lead to long-term problems.

  • Big Air AC offers post-storm inspections to check for:

    • Electrical damage

    • Refrigerant leaks

    • Compressor and motor issues


Get Expert AC Protection & Repairs with Big Air AC

Hurricane season is unpredictable, but you can take steps to protect your AC system. At Big Air AC, we offer expert advice, AC elevation services, and post-storm inspections to keep your system running efficiently.

📞 Call us at (239) 738-1344 or visit BigAirAC.com to schedule a consultation before or after a storm!


 
 
 

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