The 2021 summer so far has been one of the hottest on record. No one could blame you for wanting to find the most efficient way to cool down. For most people living in major cities, that might mean having to install a window AC unit in their home or apartment.
If you’ve never gone through the process of installing an AC unit before, it might feel like a brand new challenge for you. You might even be a little nervous or scared about dangling that large piece of machinery out your window.
What do you need to know about this process? Can you install an AC unit yourself? Read on and we’ll walk you through all that you should know before getting started.
Initial Steps
If you don’t have central air in your building or are looking to supplement that airflow, a window AC unit can be a great option. As long as you’re careful, you should be able to install it all on your own, though having an extra set of hands is always advantageous.
Before actually proceeding with the installation though, you’ll need to make sure the window in question is safe and ready. The window frame itself needs to be strong enough to fully support the weight of the unit you’ve brought in. Inspect it and make sure it’s in good condition before doing the installation.
Most modern AC units will also come with a support bracket, which will help to level out the weight of the unit. This will need to be installed using standard tools before you bring your AC unit to the window.
Proceeding With AC Installation
With the window prepared, you’ll now be set up to proceed with the actual installation of your window unit. You’ll need to be the judge if you can handle this installation on your own. Is the unit too heavy for you to properly control and hold? If so, you might need to call for help, professional or otherwise.
There are many fantastic companies such as AirWorks Cooling & Heating, LLC that can come to your home and help with this kind of installation.
You will need to bring the AC unit to the window and balance it on the window frame. Then, you will bring down the window sash to help hold the unit itself in place.
The AC unit likely came with a number of screws that can be used to then attach the unit to the window sash itself. You can use a power drill if need to get the screws in where needed.
Installing an AC Unit Successfully
If you’re installing an AC unit this summer, you’ll want to make sure that you get through the process without any unfortunate incidents. Following the above steps can help to ensure that this process runs smoothly.
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