Winter can be mild in some areas, and this can make it a little tricky to decide whether to turn your HVAC system off or to just keep it running. Generally, how you use your HVAC system during a mild winter depends on your own needs and preferences, as well as the characteristics of your home.
Common HVAC Mistakes to Avoid This Fall
This fall, your biggest expenses will come from your home’s HVAC system. But there are ways to ensure your indoor air quality is good and your home stays warm and comfortable without driving up your utility bills. Just be sure to avoid the following costly mistakes:
Is Your Heat Pump Stuck In Cooling Mode?
As the weather starts to cool down, you should start testing your home’s heating system to make sure that it’s working properly. If you have a heat pump, you need to make sure that it blows out warm air when you need it to — instead of blowing cool air. In today’s post, Amber Air Conditioning Inc. discusses what you should do if your heat pump gets stuck in cooling mode.
Air Balancing Tips: Eliminating Hot & Cold Spots
Hot and cold spots are usually a warning sign that your HVAC system isn’t as efficient as it used to be. However, if your HVAC system isn’t even 15 years old yet—the average lifespan for an HVAC system—unbalanced air temperatures might be the culprit.
3 Costly But Avoidable HVAC Repairs
Some homeowners think HVAC maintenance is an unnecessary expense. However, they often fail to take into account the costs of neglecting to maintain their HVAC system. No matter how you look at it, maintenance costs are minuscule in comparison to repair and replacement costs. Through routine HVAC and air conditioning maintenance, homeowners can avoid these expensive HVAC repairs:
