We are all aware of just how much damage can be caused by the salty air near the coast. Homeowners on the crystal coast are in a constant struggle to minimize harm caused by salt in the air. Salt in the air can cause costly damage to your air conditioning unit. It is important that you take the steps necessary to protect your AC unit from the salty air near the coast.
There are a number of precautions you can take to minimize damage caused by salt in a coastal area. Some are as simple as washing your unit on a regular basis while others involve the application of an industrial grade protectant. This resource will highlight some of the most effective methods of protecting an air conditioning unit from salt in the air.
Why is salty air bad for an AC unit?
A common question that our customers ask our technicians is “why is salty air bad for my AC unit?” The answer, put simply, is corrosion. Salty air increases the rate of corrosion. AC units in coastal environments are under constant attack by humid and salty air. Metals in salty coastal areas corrode ten times faster than metal in normal conditions. Corrosion has the biggest impact on the coils of the air conditioning unit. The constant exposure to salt causes the air conditioning coils to fail much sooner than coils located in less salty conditions.
Replacing the coils on your AC unit can be costly. That is why it is important to take the necessary steps to ensure that your AC unit lasts as long as possible. Here are some of the things you can do to help extend the life of your AC unit in a salty environment.
How to make your AC unit last longer in a salty environment
There are a few things you can do to help make your air conditioning unit last longer near the beach or other salty environments. Utilizing these tips can help you extend the life of your AC unit by years.
- Apply commercial rust resistant coating
- Build a mist barrier
- Wash unit regularly with fresh water
If you live on the crystal coast you know just how harsh the climate can be on our home’s air conditioning systems. Contact coastal home services today if you have any questions about replacing your current HVAC system or applying Rust Grip rust resistant coating to your current AC unit. Give us a call or fill out the online contact form below to get in touch with one of our friendly technicians.
