We\u2019re used to stormy weather here, and many of us don\u2019t even worry about walking outside without an umbrella in the rain or putting on a hoodie. Still, the rain can affect our homes in ways we don\u2019t really think of. And stormy weather may be affecting your air conditioner, and as a result, the structure of your home.<\/p>\n
Learn more about how stormy weather can lead to an AC leak that causes damage to your home.<\/p>\n
The rain and wind won\u2019t necessarily damage the outside portion of your air conditioner. Though flying debris could cause some harm, the rain may actually help to cleanse the outside coil, helping the entire system to run smoothly and efficiently.<\/p>\n
The major problem with stormy weather for your HVAC system is the humidity. If it\u2019s humid outside, it\u2019s probably humid in your home as well. The high moisture levels in the air can overwork your air conditioner. Condensate may not drain properly, and water could leak into your home.<\/p>\n
Typically, water vapor in the air condenses on a coil in your air conditioning system. It drips off this coil and flows into a drain line installed near the AC\u2019s indoor unit. That\u2019s how your air conditioner helps to dehumidify your home.<\/p>\n
But there are a few ways this system can go wrong. If your air conditioner simply is not designed to take on that level of humidity, it could overflow. Or the drain line may get clogged, requiring a cleanout to keep water from backing up into the home.<\/p>\n