Little is more frustrating than requiring a working HVAC during the hottest summer and coldest winter. Learning what you can about HVAC units will help you fix them or maintain them. Read on for advice on doing that.
Before you start calling to find someone to fix your unit, make sure you know the type of system that is installed. Get the brand, model name, and if you can you should get the maintenance history out. Then, you’ll be ready to tell the contractor what they need to know.
If your HVAC is running into problems, check out each room in your house before calling for assistance. Determine which rooms are hotter or colder than they should be. Give this information to your contractor when they arrive.
Before you choose someone to do HVAC work, figure out what they need to do for you. Discussing the problem is simplified if you understand what has happened with the unit. Being unable to explain what has been already done will make it even harder. It’s important to know this beforehand.
Clean the fan blades and coils prior to summertime. Always shut the power off before doing any work or cleaning on the unit. Also, be sure to clear leaves and debris from your condenser unit.
Don’t get grass clippings on your outside unit. Instead, make sure that the grass is shooting in the opposite direction. When blowing leaves, do the same. Always take care when passing your HVAC units while moving leaves, grass or other debris.
Your HVAC system could suffer when trees begin dropping their leaves. Frequently clean the fan grill when trees are shedding leaves. Your fan needs an unobstructed way to get air inside, and the more blocked up it becomes, the more headaches will develop for you with the system.
Having to use a HVAC contractor might be daunting if you don’t have proper information. It doesn’t need to be that tough. With any luck, you should be prepared for any upcoming issues with your unit.