Why Can’t Condenser Coils Always Be Combed After a Hailstorm? Video

Combing condenser coils is often seen as a simple solution for hail damage in HVAC insurance claims. However, not all damage can be addressed this way.

Watch this video to learn key factors that impact hail-related HVAC claim decisions, including:

• Coil type: Find out which kinds of coils can be combed and which can’t.
• Condition and age: Understand how issues such as flattening, corrosion, and prior damage, as well as age, determine whether combing is a viable option.
• Repair vs. replacement: Discover when alternative repairs can restore equipment to pre-loss condition and the rare situations where a full replacement is necessary.
• Cause of loss: See why verifying the cause of loss is essential, as this peril may be misreported.

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Alpine Intel’s content is meant to inform and educate readers using general terms and descriptions. They do not replace expert evaluations that determine facts and details related to each unique claim.