Understanding HVAC Concerns

Most single family residential buildings are heated and cooled through split air HVAC systems, usually referred to as central air. Split air systems, to put it as simply as possible, consist of three important parts. First of all, you have the air conditioning or condenser unit. Both terms are correct for this cabinet which is located outside of the house. Second, you have the duct system. The ducts not only connect the air conditioner and furnace, they also pump air into the rooms.

A central air conditioning system is the system in your home that cools hot air, and this helps you keep your house cool and free of humidity in the hot summer months. Unfortunately, AC systems can experience problems that prevent them from cooling the homes they are in, and one common problem involves overheating of the system. Here are several things to know about this common issue. What Happens When an AC System Overheats?

One of the most amazing feelings in the world is being able to cozy up next to a beautiful, crackling fire in your home with a cup of hot chocolate or hot cider in your hand. With a fireplace in your home, you will not only help keep your home warm, but you will also save some money on your monthly heating bill. However, it is important that you understand what you burn in your fireplace and how you burn it in order to keep you and your family safe.

A furnace that is not producing adequate heat is not only wasting your energy, but it's also making you live in an uncomfortable place. This is why you should know why your furnace may malfunction in such a way; it may help you find a solution for the issue. Here are some of the common causes of inadequate heating: Low-Temperature Setting The thermostat controls most of your heating system's functions; it makes sense that the thermostat should be your first port of call if the furnace isn't heating your house to the desired temperatures.

Trying to keep your home cool during the summer is hard enough as it is. If you don't regularly maintain your AC system, it is going to become not only harder, but more expensive. The cost of maintaining a healthy AC system can be kept down if you perform some preventative maintenance measures. This article explains a few ways to make sure your AC doesn't run into any serious problems over the years.

It is recommended that you change most HVAC filters every 30 to 60 days. However, after letting this time lapse, you may notice that your filter is completely full. If this is the case, you should change your filter more quickly. But this may leave you wondering why your HVAC filter gets dirty so quickly. Here are a few of the top reasons why this happens.  You Have Pets If you have pets, you can expect to have to have to change your HVAC filters more frequently than someone who does not have a pet.

Do you need to install a gas line in your home? If so, this is actually a job that a plumber can handle for you. Gas lines require some expertise to install, which is why it will cost you more to have a professional install a gas line rather than a standard water line. In addition to paying for the labor and parts, you'll have the peace of mind that the gas line was installed correctly.