Why the A/C Unit in Your Cranberry Home is a Fire Hazard

4/26/2021 (Permalink)

It's almost time to crank that A/C, so be sure to follow these safety tips!

Warm weather is here in Cranberry! And this time, it better stick around. That means barbeques, playing outside, and soaking up the sun for you and your family. It also means you need to start cranking that A/C unit. But did you know that your central air system can actually be a fire hazard?

Your HVAC system is certainly a fire hazard, and since you’re going to be blasting the air soon, let’s review some tips to keep your A/C unit running safely:

• Tighten all the connections on your unit - a faulty gas line or electrical connection can be dangerous
• Clean your air ducts - if your unit sparks, dust can get ignited
• Let your HVAC unit breathe - move clutter and items at least 3 feet away from your unit
• Be proactive - if you smell something funny, or see something not right, get it checked!

Review those tips this spring and summer to make sure you’re safe when using your A/C unit. If you do have a fire from your unit, or any other source, you know who to call! SERVPRO of Crawford & NE Venango Counties is always Here to Help.

Call us today at (814) 350-7651 or visit our Website to see our full array of fire services. We’re faster to any size disaster with highly trained fire restoration technicians ready to help. Call us today!