If your heat pump won’t put out warm air when you switch the mode from AC to heat, the problem might be with the reversing valve. A reversing valve malfunction can be difficult to diagnose since other failing parts can have the same symptoms. A heating repair professional can determine if the reversing valve is bad and what needs to be done about it. Here’s how a reversing valve is supposed to work, why it goes bad, and the repair options for when it malfunctions.…
If you hear an odd hissing noise coming from your air conditioner, you might have a refrigerant leak. A loss of refrigerant is not good, and your AC will slowly lose its ability to cool your home as the refrigerant escapes. Here are some things about AC refrigerant that you might want to know.
Refrigerant Is Not Supposed To Leak Out
You might think refrigerant is slowly lost over time and the HVAC technician fills it during an annual inspection.…
The inconvenience of an HVAC system not performing as expected can be alarming for homeowners. There might also be a sense of dread as they ponder whether they will need a new installation or face repairs. Many of the situations that involve loss of heat or cool air are not emergencies even though they may require repairs. However, it is important to recognize serious signals that you need emergency HVAC repair services.…
If you have decided that you are finally ready to have a central AC unit installed, you will want to think about all of the things that you need to do in order to be ready for that day. By reading through the following information, you will be able to become much more prepared.
Clear the Area for the Outside Unit
The base unit for the central air conditioning system will be placed outside.…
A home that has an aging heating system or one that is prone to suffering malfunctions can be extremely difficult to keep warm during the winters. While improving the performance of the existing heating system may not be possible, upgrading to a new unit may be just the enhancement that your home is needing. However, there are factors that will need to guide this upgrade if it is to provide the results that you are needing.…
If you’ve ever needed to replace your air conditioner or furnace, you know what an ordeal it can be, especially if it’s your first time. You’ll have people working in all corners of your house, asking you questions, and possibly even displacing you for a time. It can be a nerve-wracking experience, so here are a few things that you can expect the next time you have to schedule a furnace installation.…
If you have a forced air heating system hat uses natural gas for fuel, then you may notice that the unit and your home is a bit dusty during the winter months. If so, this means that you absolutely should complete some maintenance on the heating system to remove as much of the dust as you can. You will need to use a steady hand for this, so keep reading to learn how and where you should remove dust.…
If your home does not have a central air conditioning system, then you might be wondering what you should do to keep your home cool. You might have thought about buying and installing window units throughout your home since this might seem like the fastest, cheapest and easiest option for cooling your home. However, although window units can provide some quick relief, they often aren’t the best choice for cooling a home.…
Furnaces work hard during the winter months. Parts can wear out and your furnace can get rundown under the pressure of a winter workload. Summer presents the perfect time to make repairs that are needed to prepare your furnace for the next winter season.
You won’t have to worry about rushing through the repair process since most households don’t run their furnace during the summer. This makes the summer months a great time to invest the time and attention your furnace needs to run efficiently in the future.…
If you live in a climate with hot summers, you most likely rely on your home’s air conditioner to keep your home cool and comfortable. Thus, if your AC turns on during a hot summer afternoon and the air flowing through your vents is not cold, it is normal to be alarmed. In the event that your air conditioner is blowing warm air, it does not mean that your AC has failed and needs to be replaced.…