Tips And Tricks To Ensure Your AC Doesn't Affect The Beauty Of Your Home

Having an AC (air conditioner) may be necessary for your home's comfort, but that may come at the expense of aesthetics. Fortunately, that will only be the case if you leave things to their default conditions. There are lots of tricks you can use to ensure your AC isn't a sore eye for your home; here are some of them:

Choose a Ducted System

If you haven't already installed an AC and aesthetics is one of your major concerns, then you are better off installing a ducted AC unit. Such as system is less likely to interfere with your existing home style because it will not be visible to others. Most of the parts of a ducted AC system are hidden behind walls and crawl spaces. This contrasts sharply with the ductless systems whose air handlers must be installed in each room either on the wall or ceiling.

Prevent Rusting

The outside AC unit, which houses the condenser, is housed in a metallic casing or cage that protects its internal components. Most of them are beautifully finished or painted when new, but they rust over time and become rather ugly. This means preventing your condenser unit from rusting is also another way of preventing an eyesore by your house. Here are some ways to prevent the unit from rusting:

  • Buy the right AC; for example, buy an HVAC system designed for salty environments if you live near the beach.
  • Clean the units regularly to get rid of buildup that accelerates corrosion.
  • Cover up the unit during the harshest winters so that moisture doesn't get inside.
  • Have a protective coating applied to the unit.

Fence It

Another option is to fence off the condenser unit and hide it from view. You can choose a fence design that matches your overall home's style and color. Wood posts, for example, work great because you can easily cut them into different designs and paint them in different colors. Just remember to leave adequate space between the fence and the unit; otherwise, you will interfere with airflow and efficiency of the unit.

Add Landscaping Around It

Lastly, you can also invest in a little landscaping around the unit to hide it or blend it into the surroundings. Again, leave adequate spacing between the plants and the condenser unit so as not to interfere with airflow efficiency. The spacing will also help to keep plant materials, such as leaves and flowers, from clogging the condenser.


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