{"id":27088,"date":"2022-04-01T05:41:09","date_gmt":"2022-04-01T05:41:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/?p=27088"},"modified":"2022-04-01T05:42:16","modified_gmt":"2022-04-01T05:42:16","slug":"top-5-problems-with-residential-hvac-systems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/top-5-problems-with-residential-hvac-systems\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 Problems With Residential HVAC Systems"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!-- SEO Ultimate Plus (https:\/\/seoultimateplus.com) - Code Inserter module -->\n<script async>(function(s,u,m,o,j,v){j=u.createElement(m);v=u.getElementsByTagName(m)[0];j.async=1;j.src=o;j.dataset.sumoSiteId='b68b392479b5981b8acf46565e9fe32a0734fc21a1f7c1e60121eaa6ca1a1c64';v.parentNode.insertBefore(j,v)})(window,document,'script','\/\/load.sumo.com\/');<\/script>\n<!-- \/SEO Ultimate Plus -->\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Installing an HVAC system is a perfect way to control indoor climate by ensuring proper airflow and comfortable temperature levels. It also helps keep your home\u2019s humidity at acceptable levels, preventing moisture-related issues like mould, dampness, and rotting windows. This prevents structural damage, but it also benefits your health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, many things can go wrong with your HVAC system if not properly maintained and taken care of. The good thing is that most of the issues can be avoided through regular maintenance or solved by a professional <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/williamscomfortair.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">air conditioner repair<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> company. Knowing some of the most common HVAC problems can help you identify and fox them early enough before they develop into more significant concerns. Here are some common issues associated with residential HVAC systems:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h2><b>Dirty Air Filters<\/b><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your HVAC unit\u2019s air filter helps improve your home\u2019s indoor air quality, keeping you and your family healthy. However, the air filters can accumulate dust and dirt if not cleaned or replaced regularly. With a dirty filter, your HVAC unit can spread allergens and other contaminants in the air, increasing your risk of developing respiratory issues. Dirty filters can also clog your HVAC unit, obstructing airflow.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can avoid this issue by replacing your air filters regularly to keep your system clean and working efficiently. Check your air filter at least once a month and clean any dirt to prevent your unit from overheating and breaking down. Changing the air filters can also improve your home\u2019s<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/4-ways-to-check-the-air-quality-inside-your-home\/22538\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">indoor air quality<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h2><b>Malfunctioning Thermostat<\/b><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your thermostat can either be non-programmable or programmable. Depending on your surroundings, a programmable thermostat automatically controls your home\u2019s temperature levels. If your system features a non-programmable thermostat, you must manually set it to your preferred temperature.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your <a href=\"_wp_link_placeholder\" data-wplink-edit=\"true\">thermostat<\/a> malfunctions, you feel your room\u2019s temperature isn\u2019t sufficiently warm or cold; it\u2019s likely an issue with your thermostat settings. Check your HVAC manual to understand how to operate your unit and adjust the thermostat. If you have a non-programmable thermostat, consider setting it 10 degrees lower before bed to keep your unit working regularly and save on your energy bill. Dead batteries might also cause your thermostat to malfunction, so consider replacing or recharging them regularly.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h2><b>Unusual Furnace Noises<\/b><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another common problem associated with residential HVAC systems is making unusual noises. While most units produce low murmuring noises, unusual noises could be a problem with your HVAC system. If your unit makes squealing or whining noises, it could be a sign of failing inducer or blower motor bearings. Any<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">abnormal noises<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> could also indicate broken belts or worn-out parts. Dirty burners or airflow issues can also cause unusual noises. If you hear screeching, buzzing, and squealing noises, check your HVAC for these issues and have them fixed by a professional HVAC technician or schedule a tune-up.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h2><b>Blower Always Running<\/b><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your unit\u2019s blower is always running, you could have accidentally left your fan switch on. Check the fan switch on your HVAC\u2019s thermostat and ensure it\u2019s turned off because leaving it on makes the motor run continuously. Your HVAC furnace has many limits, including a fan relay that switches the blower on after activating the heat. If the relay sticks or the limits don\u2019t reset, your blower won\u2019t shut off. A trained technician can help assess and fix your constant-running blower in such cases.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h2><b>Water Leaking<\/b><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HVAC leaks can cause many problems and shouldn\u2019t be taken lightly. A leak reduces your unit\u2019s efficiency, making it harder to maintain your thermostat\u2019s temperature setting. As a result, your HVAC system uses more energy, increasing your energy bill significantly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leaks are a sign of a clogged or cracked drain pipe in the air conditioner, heat exchanger, furnace, or collector box. If it\u2019s due to clogging of the drain pipes, pour bleach down to remove the blockage. If that doesn\u2019t fix it, contact an HVAC expert to resolve the leakage problem correctly.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Endnote<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many problems associated with residential HVAC systems. Some are minor issues that you can fix, while others are significant problems that require a skilled technician to fix. Apart from resolving the issue called upon, your technician will also evaluate your HVAC for other issues and fix them accordingly before they damage your unit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h6><span style=\"color: #999999;\">Ref: THSI-2753 \/ <label><\/label>ZD. 24554<\/span><\/h6>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Installing an HVAC system is a perfect way to control indoor climate by ensuring proper airflow and comfortable temperature levels. It also helps keep your home\u2019s humidity at acceptable levels, preventing moisture-related issues like mould, dampness, and rotting windows. 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