Common HVAC Issues That Plague Homeowners in Early Fall | Triad
- By ppc@rynoss.com
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- 20 Oct, 2020
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Late summer and early fall are two undeniably beautiful sub-seasons. Thanks to fall foliage, going for a scenic trip is as simple as walking outside. You also might be excited about Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Eve. However, early fall might not be kind to your HVAC system.
<h2>Poor Airflow From Central HVAC Systems</h2>
Your central heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system uses a network of insulated ducts to carry air throughout your home. Ductwork is often lengthy, typically spanning a few hundred feet. As the seasons change, insects and animals may invade your home to seek shelter. Rodents could make a home in your HVAC system by chewing through your ductwork, stifling airflow.
Another common cause of poor airflow is debris. As leaves fall, they can find their way into your HVAC unit. These leaves can block airflow, putting undue strain on your HVAC unit, potentially causing system failure. This debris can also cause a house fire.
<h2>Heater Won't Work</h2>
Following late winter or early spring, most households don't turn their heaters on until fall. If you haven't performed regular maintenance as recommended by your HVAC system's manufacturer, you're especially liable to faulty heaters at this time of year. Common reasons for a lack of hot air include faulty pilot lights and malfunctioning heat pumps. Rather than fixing it yourself, consider turning to Triad Sheet Metal Heating & Cooling in Greensboro, NC. We'll diagnose and repair your bad ignition, heat pump, or whatever else is wrong with your home's heating system.
<h2>Carbon Monoxide Leaks</h2>
Unlike the other issues listed above, you won't be able to detect a carbon monoxide leak. The colorless, tasteless, and odorless gas causes several hundred deaths throughout the United States each year. In most cases, a cracked heat exchanger is responsible for heater-related carbon monoxide leaks. Blocked ventilation can also cause this potentially-deadly gas to build up indoors.
Do these issues sound familiar? Have you noticed problems with your household's HVAC system that aren't listed here? Contact Triad Sheet Metal in Greensboro to get professional help. We also offer custom sheet metal roofing and indoor air quality assessments and proven solutions. We look forward to helping you with your home comfort needs.
All furnaces should be serviced and maintained regularly to make sure that they continue heating effectively and efficiently. If you want to lessen the chances of your furnace breaking down over the winter, you should always have your furnace professionally serviced every year. In this post, we're going to discuss why furnace maintenance is important and what it involves.
The Importance of Yearly Furnace Maintenance
Furnace maintenance is essential for your safety. It helps to prevent possible fire hazards and carbon monoxide leaks. The technician servicing your equipment will always check that everything is functioning properly to ensure the furnace will automatically shut down if it overheats or experiences a safety issue. Maintenance is also important for the life of your furnace, ensuring it lasts anywhere from 15 to 30 years. It can also save you money by lowering your heating costs and helping to avoid costly repairs later on.
What Does Furnace Maintenance Entail?
Maintaining a furnace involves inspecting, cleaning and testing all of your heating system's components on an annual basis. This includes the various components inside the furnace, as well as the blower and thermostat.
A technician will inspect your ductwork to ensure it isn't damaged or leaking air. Damaged ductwork will greatly increase your energy costs and make your heating system far less effective.
Cleaning the blower assembly, furnace burners and flame sensor are especially important for keeping the furnace heating effectively. This also provides reliability. Inspecting the heat exchanger and exhaust flue is also essential for ensuring the furnace is properly vented and preventing carbon monoxide leaks.
As one of Greensboro's most trusted HVAC companies, Triad Sheet Metal is your best choice for furnace maintenance and repairs. Our technicians have experience servicing all makes and models of furnaces as well as central air conditioners and heat pumps. We also offer professional HVAC replacement and installation as well as a full range of indoor air quality services. Give us a call today to schedule your annual furnace maintenance service.
