How to Prepare Your West Chester Home for Air Conditioning Installation

So you’ve decided it’s time to upgrade your existing air conditioning system to a more energy efficient system. Congratulations! You’re investing in your family’s comfort as well as the reduction of your utility bills and responsible consumption of energy. While those are all great things there are still a couple other things you can do to ready your West Chester home before you get going with the air conditioning installation process. 

1. Review the Manual J Heating and Cooling Load 

First of all, the AC contractor should have done what’s called a heating and cooling load calculation. This involved calculation takes into account the home’s structure, roof, windows, direction and location to determine the size and type of equipment needed. Ask to see the load calculation and have it explained to you. If the contractor did what’s referred to as a Block Assessment, or did not do a load calculation at all, we would strongly recommend choosing another contractor or calling Wesley Wood Service Experts at 484-401-7577. Your West Chester HVAC expert will be able to give you a full assessment. 

2. Clean and Seal Ducts. 

Next, have the company clean your ductwork. It’s not smart to introduce caked on dirt and dust from a decades old duct system to your brand new air conditioning system. The health of your complete system and the quality of the air you breathe starts with your ducts delivering clean air, so make sure that they are cleaned and appropriately sealed by the HVAC contractor. If you can’t remember the last time you had your ducts cleaned or have never had them cleaned, have the contractor complete a duct cleaning prior to your new AC installation. 

3. Clear a Path. 

Prior to the air conditioner installation you will also want to clear the area where equipment will be installed, and make sure it is easy to access. There are stairs, landscaping porches, decks or other objects close to the AC, clear the area as much as you can. Make sure the area is clear of yard waste like big sticks and leaf piles so installation is even easier. Also make sure to clear away anything else that could get in your installation pro’s way such as garden hoses, rakes, or children’s toys. Make sure pets are contained so they do not get in the way of the installation crew. 

Think you’re ready to move forward with the air conditioning installation process? Call the team at Wesley Wood Service Experts at 484-401-7577 or schedule an appointment online for a free home comfort analysis and system upgrade estimate.