How do I muffle the sound of rain dripping on my A/C ?

Question

the super bolted the window around my a/c and i just leave it in all year. someone a few flights up from me has an a/c now that is above mine and whenever it rains it is like water torture to hear this monotonous drip of water from the unit up there....

what can i do? so far all i can think of is to get a huge sponge and stick it on the top of the a/c unit to absorb the water - and there has GOT to be something better then that right?

Answer 1

try placing a doormat on top of your a/c but keep in mind that it should be of a size that does not cover the entire top portion as the slats need to be kept uncovered for the heat to escape. you could place the doormat during rains n even if it is completely wet...it will let the excess water drip down but will muffle the noises effectively.

If you want to prevent water from dripping down then alternately try to place a flat container with the doormat over it on top of the a/c ....

Answer 2

I agree more with the first answer. Duct taping a screen to it may anger the super because it leaves a sticky residue when you try to remove it. Also, after a period of time being rained on, the duct tape will loose adhesion and begin to peel off. Then there is also the issue of the over all appearance from the street, the super or management company may have guidlines to follow.

I also would suggest a cheap doormat or something of that nature. Most window units have the coils and fins at the back of the unit, although they differ by manufacturer. So before you go and buy anything, check yours out and be sure not to block the fins or coils or any type of vent.

If your in doubt, ask around and have someone show you.

Answer 3

Get a piece of screen with fine mesh and duct tape it over yours. The screen breaks the drops without the sound.