While it may seem like an unlikely scenario, squirrels, raccoons, and other critters can do a number on your outdoor condenser and other AC components. While you should schedule animal removal if you’ve already experienced this issue, there are steps you can take to prevent it altogether. Start with the following to keep your AC intact and avoid expensive repair bills.

How to Stop Animals From Damaging Your Air Conditioner

1. Install Covers

Air vents offer the perfect entrance for all sorts of pests, from rodents to insects. Open-air vents are crucial for the proper functioning of your AC, but mesh covers allow the free flow of air while also keeping critters outside. Mesh covers can also be installed in other areas, such as flue pipes.

2. Protect the Condenser

The condenser is the outdoor component of your AC that contains coils, blower fans, and refrigerant lines. Animals can chew through the wiring in the condenser and cause a breakdown, but installing fencing or screens around the unit prevents animals from accessing it. You can also spray an animal repellent as an added deterrent.

3. Repair Leaks

Animals on the search for water may be attracted to units that leak or experience condensation buildups. ACs leak for all sorts of reasons, including damage to the refrigerant line, a rusted drain pan, or dirty coils. Fixing these problems not only deters pests, but it can also increase the efficiency of your AC.

When you have a critter problem at your home, efficient animal removal is a must. Whether you’re dealing with a skunk, woodchuck, squirrel, raccoon, or bat, the professionals at American Bio-Tech Wildlife Services in New Milford, CT, can help. All their services are developed by Robert Boone, a wildlife biologist, so you can rest assured that animals will be effectively removed using only proven, humane methods. Visit them online to learn more about their available services, or call (860) 355-1231 to schedule animal removal today.