When homeowners think about their HVAC system, their concern may be for the main components that provide heating and cooling. Not much thought goes into the ductwork, which is how all of that air is delivered to your home. Here are some ductwork-related problems that you need to be aware of.
Leaking Ductwork
It's important to check your HVAC system's ductwork to see if it is leaking in any places. There could be portions of ductwork that do not have a solid connection and are allowing air to leak into other places in your home where it is not intended.
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With a properly working HVAC system, you should rarely ever need to have your home's ducts cleaned. However, there are some situations where having them cleaned can help you avoid everything from excess dust in your home to potential health hazards. Here are some situations to look out for.
1. Pest Infestation
If you've had insects or even rodents wandering around inside your ducts, cleaning your ducts after the pests have been removed will help ensure not only that all remnants of the pests are gone but also that the quality of your air won't be polluted.
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Furnaces all rely on one common element to heat; fire. People do not realize just how this fire is formed in their furnaces, and therefore are at a loss when their furnaces do not heat. To better understand why your own furnace is not heating, you first must know how your type of furnace creates fire to heat your home, and then how your heater repair technician fixes the problem.
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Have you turned on your furnace and do not feel the warm air coming from your vents? If so, there is likely a problem with this common household appliance. Here are three tips for troubleshooting your furnace.
Inspect The Igniter
Your furnace's igniter will get very hot in order to ignite the gas burner, and a faulty burner will not cause the furnace to turn on. There are several ways that you can tell if it is working.
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If you live in a cold climate, heating your home in winter is a necessity. However, you have some leeway when it comes to selecting the type of heat you utilize. You can choose between gas, electric, or even wood-burning heating. When installing a new heating system in your house, you should choose propane. Propane heating is efficient and cost-effective. You will still be able to use it if the power goes out, and it's no more difficult to maintain than an electrical heating system.
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