Fire in My Air Conditioner – Summer Time is here, we at Action Heating and Air Conditioning want to make you aware of a possible summer hazard. When you think summer hazards, you might not think air conditioners, but the National Fire Protection Association reported 20 deaths and $82 million in property damage nationwide in 2016, just from air conditioner fires.

There are 3 major causes of Fire in My Air Conditioner.

• Overuse of the Equipment -Sometimes when it is extremely hot we set our air conditioners to on versus auto. This is not a good idea.
• Equipment not properly Maintained- Maintenance is important for several reasons, one being that when your unit is not maintained a fire hazard could occur.
• Poor Electrical Wiring- This is another reason regular maintenance is important so that wiring can be checked as needed.
• Debris free Zone- you should ensure that your outside unit is clear of any debris, leaves, etc. that could clog up your fan and the unit. Always give the unit air to breathe, this creates a circle of safety around your unit.

Experts recommends a once a year check on your air conditioning unit to prevent Fire in My air Conditioner. He recommends you keep the air conditioning unit air filter clean. When using a window unit do not use extension cords with air conditioning units. He says when you install a window unit, try to make sure it leans slightly outside and is securely attached to the window.

We at Action Heating and Air Conditioning are your central air conditioning experts in Mobile and Baldwin counties in Alabama. We have been serving the South Alabama area since 1997. Please visit our website at http://demo.callaction.net to learn more about us and all the services we over. We also offer several seasonal discounts that can help you save money while receiving quality service.