The HVAC system in the home is important to the overall comfort of the family. With a properly functioning HVAC system, your family will be able to remain warm during the winter and cool during the summer. An HVAC system was created to last for at least ten years or more with regular maintenance. However, like any other mechanical system, there will always be issues. There are several common HVAC problems that home owners experience all over the world and these common problems are listed below.
- Icing up in Winter/Summer
- Blowing Cold Air in Heating Mode
- HVAC running constantly without shutting off
- High Electricity Bill
- Water leakage
- Strange Noises
- Weak Airflow
- Circuit Breaker Tripping
- Unit Does Not Reach Temperature
- Steam on Outdoor Portion of Unit
Each of these issues is common occurrences during the summer and winter months. to avoid these issues, home owners should have their units inspected and cleaned on a regular basis. This type of service is known as maintenance service. Your local HVAC provider will be able to provide you with the service options you need in your home. Most times a heating and cooling provider will offer several packages for maintenance that include different features.
Home owners should speak with their local provider to find out what options they have for maintenance. This way, the above issues that are quite common can be avoided. Packages can be purchased for several years in advance so you never have to worry about your heating and cooling unit. Service can be provided before summer and winter, which are the two extreme seasons of the year. The maintenance service will ensure that your unit is operational and ready to handle the upcoming season.
If you do experience any of these problems with your unit, you can trouble shoot the unit yourself or contact your provider for repair service. If you have any issue with your unit, the repairs should be taken care of right away. Disregarding the problem and waiting to have repairs conducted can result in major issues with the unit including total breakdown or the need for replacement.
Overall, it is important to stay on top of any issue you may have with your HVAC unit. Take the proper precautions and stay involved. Keeping track of your unit will provide you with a comfortable home year round, no matter the season!
