Is Your AC Ready for What Storm Season Brings?
Summer storm season is in full swing across the Gulf Coast, and Corpus Christi, Padre Island, Portland, and Aransas Pass homeowners know firsthand how quickly conditions can turn — high winds, heavy rain, and even the occasional tornado warning are all part of the season. Before the next system rolls through, it’s worth taking a few simple steps to protect your AC system from storm-related damage.
How Summer Storms Put Stress on Your AC System
Severe summer storms don’t just bring rain and wind — they bring a real risk to your home’s HVAC equipment. High winds can rattle or damage outdoor condenser units, flying debris can dent coils or fan blades, and heavy rain can flood low-lying units if drainage isn’t clear. But one of the most common — and most preventable — types of storm damage is far less visible: power surges.
When storms cause power flickers, outages, or nearby lightning strikes, the sudden surge in electricity can travel straight into your HVAC system. This can fry sensitive electrical components, damage the compressor, or shorten the lifespan of your entire unit — sometimes without any obvious signs of damage until the system fails weeks later.
Tips to Protect Your AC During Storm Season
A few precautions can save you from a costly repair — or a sweltering, AC-less house — after a storm passes:
- Clear debris around your outdoor unit so nothing can blow into the fan or coils during high winds.
- Trim overhanging branches near your condenser that could snap and fall in gusty conditions.
- Consider powering down your unit if a tornado warning is issued for your immediate area.
- Check that your unit is secure on its pad and not at risk of shifting in strong winds.
- Install whole-home surge protection to shield your AC system and other electronics from power spikes during outages or lightning strikes.
- Schedule a seasonal tune-up to catch any weak electrical connections or aging components before storms put extra strain on them.
Two Ways to Get Storm-Ready
As storm season continues, Mathews CCAC is offering two ways to protect your home:
$100 Off Whole-Home Surge Protection — A whole-home surge protector is installed at your electrical panel and defends your entire home’s electronics, including your AC system, from power surges caused by storms, lightning, and grid fluctuations.
$69 AC Tune-Up — A quick, affordable inspection to catch weak connections, aging parts, or minor issues before storm season puts your system under added stress.
Together, these two services give your AC system the best chance of coming through storm season without a costly breakdown.
Don’t Wait for the Next Storm to Hit
Storm season isn’t over yet, and the best time to protect your AC system is before the next system rolls in. Homeowners in Corpus Christi, Padre Island, Portland, and Aransas Pass can schedule a pre-storm check now, before technicians are booked solid ahead of the next weather event.
Call (361) 235-3905 to schedule your pre-storm AC check today.
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