Climate Experts Air and Heat Blog: Archive for the ‘HVAC’ Category

How to Know if Your Ductwork Should Be Replaced

Monday, December 26th, 2022
ductwork-being-installed

It can be easy to overlook your ductwork when you’re thinking about your air conditioning and heating systems. Yes, you should have your AC unit and your heater maintained every year. But they’re not going to provide the temperature comfort you deserve if your ductwork isn’t distributing the heated or cooled air effectively. And not just that—issues with your ducts can cause significant problems with your indoor air quality.

Can your ductwork be repaired? Should it be replaced instead? And what is that process like? We’ll go over some helpful information with you.

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Do You Have a Ductwork Problem?

Monday, November 28th, 2022
technician-cleaning-ductwork

Systems of ductwork connecting to both heat and air conditioning systems began to be commonly installed in new homes in the late 1960s. It’s a highly-effective way to distribute conditioned or heated air throughout a house. Nevertheless, any system can encounter problems and require repair. How could you possibly know what’s going on inside your ducts and whether you should be concerned about it?

We’re going to share some signs you can keep an eye out for, so that if your ductwork needs professional attention, you’ll know right away.

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Cold Inside Your House?

Saturday, October 10th, 2020

Are you inside your home and the heat is on? But you’re cold?

Heating and cooling your home can be one of the biggest users of energy. Efficiency in this area can bring great savings. Heating and cooling depend on many contributing factors. The type of heating and cooling you choose is one of the factors that can have you cold. When buying a heating system, carefully consider your household needs. There is a range of heating systems and fuel sources with different purchase and running costs and energy efficiency levels. You’ll be surprised to know that even cold winter air contains usable heat that you can pump inside your home with the right system.

Reasons to get your system checked before the winter starts.

Reason #1 — No Warm Air

Cold or cool air is one of the most obvious signs of a faulty heater. If you’ve turned on your home’s heater but it feels more as if the air conditioner is on, then something may need to be checked. In these instances, it’s prudent for you to get professional assistance. Not dealing with a faulty heater can result in increased energy bills and less comfort in your home. You don’t have to face the winter with a broken heater, get the heating repair you deserve!

Reason #2 — An Increase in Energy Costs

Even if you’re feeling warm air when you turn on your heater, it may still be wreaking havoc in your home. If you’ve noticed an increase in your energy bill, the culprit may be your heater. Drafts and leaks may cause your heater to work less effectively than it’s meant to. This will basically cause the warm air to leak through the vents before it reaches the rooms you want to keep warm. A professional team can come and take a look at the heater and repair any issues it may be causing. You and your family can feel comfortable while keeping the heating bill low!

Reason #3 — The Smell of Burning

Most of Florida, including Brevard County, residents only use their home’s heaters for a few months out of the year, most may not know about the obvious telltale sign of heater malfunction. The heater’s been off for quite some time, turning it on may result in an odd smell. This is just the dust that’s gathered throughout the year burning away. But if the same burning smell remains for some time, then it’s best you get the heating repair as soon as possible, this could be a hazard or could result of a fire.

One last thing to keep in mind is that being uncomfortable in your own home can also wear on your mental health as well. Ensuring that you have a comfortable home will keep you happy and healthy throughout the year.

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