In Case You Missed It: Reviewing Guidelines on Installing Air-Conditioners Safely

July 20, 2015 — Temperatures have been hitting sweltering highs. Now's a good time to review some guidelines on proper air-conditioner installation — especially if you have new shareholders moving in. Here are some recommendations regarding window-mounted air-conditioning units. Having established rules and guidelines in place will go a long way toward helping prevent accidents — not to mention ensuring a safe Local Law 11 status for the building. And check out this primer on installing ductless air-conditioning units from our Ask the Engineers series. Stephen A. Varone, AIA, & Peter E. Varsalona, PE, both principals in RAND Engineering & Architecture, break down everything from roof installation to proper maintenance. Stay cool this summer, and do it smartly and safely.