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Ducts are the passageways for air to enter into your home. As a responsible homeowner, we cannot ignore these air ducts. If we do, we ignore the presence of toxic particles in the air and allow them to circulate in our home. Safe and Healthy Environment Our loved ones expect to be safe inside the walls of our house, but dirty air ducts might do the exact opposite. Dirty vents might send harmful airborne contaminants inside. People who have asthma or respiratory illnesses will not fair so well. Toxins and particles trapped in the air vents and end up inside the home can cause them to become even more sick. Even if everyone in your family is healthy, poor air quality will worsen a person’s well-being. Longer Lasting Hardware The different parts of your heating and cooling system may not be living and breathing. That does not mean they don’t need a clean environment. Dust build-up on equipment can cause inefficiency, ineffectiveness, and damage. In every 10 system performance mishaps, dirt causes up to 9 of these. Particles on the surfaces of air ducts, somehow, do find their way to the equipment of your HVAC system.

Valentine’s day, the day of hearts, is one of the sweetest day of the year. But however cozy your heart gets from all the heartwarming gestures of love your significant other may do for you, keeping yourself and your partner physically warm can’t be done with “I love you’s” and kisses. Make Adjustments To Your Home It doesn’t take a genius to know that the sun is a natural source of heat. When the sun is up take advantage of it. Open up your curtains or blinds and let it in. If you have a ceiling fan, invert its direction by reversing its motor. Having your fan go the other way pushes warm air down. Use tinfoil to reflect heat from your radiator or furnace. Seal even the tiniest of cracks in your window frames and under your doors. If your floors are made of wooden boards, place rugs or carpets on them to prevent heat from escaping through the small spaces between them. Preferably, these rugs or carpets should be made of wool or other materials of the same nature.

Your current system may have broken or become too old, which leads you to want to replace it. Of course we want to get the best value for our money. Understand that cheaper doesn’t always save you more money. You could buy an HVAC system that’s inefficient and fragile. This costs you more in the future than what you’d spend on a better quality one. Questions To Ask When Buying An HVAC System What system best fits my home? You need to consider any changes made to the home. Have you increased the size of your house since your last heating and cooling system? More room needs a more powerful system. Also, you might want to improve the filters of your system. This helps you keep out certain particles to keep its air cleaner and better for breathing. Certain filters work with specific HVAC systems, so this is something else to think about. Does my system have a maintenance program? Make sure you have a maintenance program in place for your system. This will save you money in case you’d need to replace it earlier than its usual lifespan. The technician will make two visits yearly to check your system and make needed repairs.

Imagine you’re enjoying the cozy heat inside the comfort of your home. Then you feel a chill and realize your heater stopped working. What do you do? It’s normal for heaters to stop functioning due to several reasons. A low-quality thermostat, low water level, broken wires, or dirty filters to name a few. If you happen to notice your heater stops functioning, here are a few things you can do: Check The Thermostat A common reason why a heater stops working is because the thermostat causes a reduction in heat. What you can do in this situation is check the thermostat battery level. If you know how, you can also replace the battery. Should the problem persist, it may from low power. Also make sure that it is in heat mode. Clean The Air Filters Another factor that may lead to the dysfunction of your heater is the air filter. If there’s too much dirt clogging up the air filters, it can cause the air filter to slow down and destroy the system. It’s advisable to have the air filters changed at least once a month to keep it functioning. If you experience further problems with your air filters, change them out on a monthly basis.

When winter hits, you should have the right information to fix all your HVAC concerns. A frozen heat pump would cause major concerns to your home and health. This is especially true during the worst of the winter season. Here are ways you can prevent it from happening and protect your loved ones. Know the common causes The best way to take on a frozen heat pump problem is to deal with it before it even happens. There are three reasons behind it, the most common of which is very cold weather. Temperatures are too low when ice starts to appear on the coils or the refrigerant lines. Another could be a lack in refrigerant. Heat pumps are more vulnerable to cold and ice when there isn’t enough refrigerant. Have an HVAC professional check it before winter comes rolling in. The third cause for a frozen heat pump is improper installation. This blocks airflow, resulting in freezing. Trust only licensed and experienced professionals to work on your HVAC system. Activate the defrosting How this works depends on your HVAC model. Older models run on mechanical timers while others might not have any at all. You can set your HVAC to begin defrosting at a certain temperature for newer units. If you want easier and better control, consider upgrading your HVAC unit.

When it comes to buying a new HVAC system, pay attention to every detail. Check the SEER rating of the many different units. Find which SEER rating is best for your home. Estimate your monthly utility bills based on the energy efficiency rating. Most important of all, find a professional HVAC contractor. But, how will you find the best HVAC pro? Here are some things that you should look for in a professional HVAC contractor.   Look for Certifications and Licenses HVAC certifications are proof that the contractor is reliable. It shows that they have the needed HVAC training and knowledge. Below are some of the certifications that are most important. NATE Certification NATE stands for North American Technician Excellence. This is the largest HVAC certification agency in the United States. This certification proves that an HVAC contractor goes through training every two years. It shows that they are up to date with the latest HVAC technology. Plus, it shows that they have enough knowledge and skills to install HVAC equipment. ACCA Certification