Winter can bring very cold weather, even in the Vegas Valley. The last thing you want is to have HVAC issues where your heat won’t work. If you are not getting regular checkups on your system, then you could get very common issues happening to your system during the winter. Hal Mechanical wants to help you know what some of these issues are so you can fix them or call a professional for help.
Frozen Pipes
During the winter months, temperatures can drop making it very cold outside. While you are worrying about bundling up yourself, you may also need to worry about your pipes freezing. If your pipes freeze either because of the cold or because of a build-up, it can burst your pipes causing problems and damage. In extreme cases, burst pipes can damage the foundation of your home. If you are experiencing burst pipes or expect one to happen, call an HVAC professional immediately.
Poor Airflow
No matter what season it is you may find that you have a bad airflow coming into your home. Often the reason for the bad airflow is there is something in the way, such as a box, or another item that is blocking the air. You can simply remove the item that is causing bad airflow and see if this helps. If you look around your house and you do not notice anything blocking the airflow, it could be something in your ductwork that needs to be cleaned out. Call a professional to come and see if they can figure out what is causing bad airflow in your home.
Dirty Air Filters
A dirty air filter can cause problems with your HVAC system. When your air filter is dirty, it can cause bad airflow throughout your house. It will also make your HVAC system work harder than necessary, trying to heat your home. Changing your air filters can help improve your airflow and can help your HVAC system last longer. Change your air filters every one to three months. This way it is clean and the air can pass easily through it.
Bad Thermostat
Having your heat go out in the winter can make for an uncomfortable day and night. One thing you need to check if your heat is not working properly is your thermostat. If your thermostat is broken or bad, then it will not connect to your HVAC system to get your heat going. Check your thermostat and make sure it is set correctly. If it is then it could be that it is broken and you need a new one. Call a professional to come take a look and see if your thermostat is the problem.
HVAC System Problems
If your heat is out it could be you are having problems with your heating system. This could be all oils, gas, or electric fuel systems. If your system is oil, then you need to change the oil with newer oil. The oil can expire in about a year. The only way to diagnose if this is a problem is to call an HVAC professional to come check out your AC system.
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In the winter, it can get very cold and not having heat can make for a very cold night even with layers of clothing and blankets on. If your heat is out, follow these few tips. If you cannot find a solution yourself, call a professional like Hal Mechanical to come and check it out. We are professionals who can quickly figure out the problem and get your heat working again.
