IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER AFTER A FLOOD!!!!

First and foremost, safety is the top priority. Your initial thought may be to jump in and start cleaning up, but it’s important to fully grasp the situation. Ensure you turn off the power to your air conditioner. If you have any concerns that the area may not be safe, call Tiger Air Conditioning Services to inspect your HVAC ...equipment and the electrical system.

You’ll need to figure out if your air conditioner can be repaired or if the damage is severe enough that it should be replaced. There are three factors that determine wether you air conditioner can be repaired or if it will need to be replaced.

Time underwater – Consider how long your air conditioner was underwater. The greater the amount of time it was affected by floodwaters, the bigger the chance that there is greater damage.

Electricity – As mentioned above, turn off power to your air conditioner as soon as you notice it has been affected by floodwaters. Additional damage can be done to your air conditioner the longer there is power flowing in to the system.

Dirt/debris in equipment – If your air conditioner filled up with debris from the floodwaters, it could hurt its ability to function.

If AC repair is looking likely, here are some tips to sustain a safe environment, which can be done by Tiger Air Conditioning Services.

Turn off all electrical switches. Ensure you turn off all switches (i.e. disconnects and breakers) to your air conditioner.

Allow the equipment to dry. Get rid of any visible or standing water from the area and try to keep the area dry.

Have equipment and wiring inspected. Do not turn on flooded equipment until you have it inspected and serviced by a qualified technician. A professional AC tune-up from Tiger Air Conditioning Services comes with a complete inspection, cleaning and lubrication of the system, as well as a consultation, recommendations and free estimate on a new air conditioner if need be.

Don’t rush it. If flood waters came in contact with the air conditioner, Tiger Air Conditioning Services can confirm whether the air conditioner is functioning correctly or not.

You may feel like you can handle the cleaning, but professionals have the expertise to properly clean your equipment and ensure it’s running at its best.

If flooding has affected your home, give Tiger Air Conditioning Services a call at 225-754-8687 or schedule an appointment online at www.tiger-air.com and our experts will help with your AC repair or replacement and getting you and your home back to normal.