Here in Ohio, with all of the unpredictable temperatures and weather we have, routine maintenance is very crucial for the overall general performance of your HVAC equipment. In the case of issues that may occur in the future, it is always important and great to know the fundamentals of your HVAC equipment. When you schedule maintenance for your HVAC equipment, try asking a technician some of the following questions to help you better understand and maintain your HVAC equipment’s efficiency.
WHY AM I EXPERIENCING POOR AIRFLOW?
If your home is experiencing good airflow, you can typically feel it when you place your hand over your air vents. This allows you to feel a stable flow of air traveling through. However, if you’re experiencing inconsistent or stagnant airflow, you may need to talk with your HVAC technician. In the course of a routine maintenance call, the technician will inspect components that could be causing poor airflow and diagnose the issue.
Poor airflow can show some possible problems that could be occurring with your HVAC equipment. Some reasons for weak airflow could be improper installation or sizing of ductwork in the home or damage to the HVAC equipment like a frozen evaporator coil or a leak in the ductwork. By talking with your HVAC technician about these issues, they can help determine the best solution for the problem that could be causing the poor quality airflow in your home.
WHAT’S PRODUCING MORE DUST IN MY HOME?
When your HVAC system isn’t filtering the air properly, your house could be accumulating more dust. The culprit could be your air filter. Talk over with your HVAC technician about the maintenance of air filters and what filters best fit your HVAC system and your home. Your HVAC technician can help determine the appropriate quality and size of what air filters you need, especially if you have family members prone to allergies in the home.
HOW CAN I CUT MY SEASONAL UTILITY BILLS?
During the summer and winter months, utility bills tend to increase as your HVAC system works hard to keep your home comfortable during those months. Ask your HVAC technician about tips to keep your utility bills low during the summer and winter months. In addition, your HVAC technician can determine if your system is experiencing any damage or can offer newer equipment that can help improve energy and cost efficiency within your home.
WHEN I LEAVE, SHOULD I TURN THE HVAC SYSTEM OFF?
Numerous homeowners think about whether or not to completely power off their HVAC system when leaving their home for the day or an extended period of time. Mainly because of the possibility of saving energy and being cost-efficient. The truth is you could lose more money powering your system completely off instead of leaving it on. Your HVAC technician can attest and help assist with a better, energy-efficient alternative. When you leave your home, you should adjust the thermostat down or up by 5 to 10 degrees, based on the season. By doing this, your HVAC equipment will work less to cool down or heat your home when you return. During a routine maintenance call, your HVAC technician will be able to give other helpful advice on how you can be energy efficient with your HVAC system.
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At Chillicothe Heating & Cooling, we specialize in offering complete and thorough AC maintenance visits. We’re eager to answer any questions you may have about your HVAC system. Call us today at (740) 281-2186, or click here to schedule an appointment now!