At Wall Heating & Air, we see AC problems every day all summer long. Some of them are extremely common and come up all the time. These are probably things you’ve heard of or can imagine: the motor that powers the blower fan overheats, or a storm-blown tree limb damages a coil and refrigerant leaks out.
But some AC problems are more unusual. It might never have occurred to you that these things could happen! Thanks to our long experience and extensive training, though, we’re ready for even the strangest AC problems. Here are some odd ones to be aware of.
There’s a pretty common misconception when it comes to the air filter inside an HVAC system. Many homeowners assume that this air filter is in place to protect their indoor air quality. While these air filters certainly don’t hurt your indoor air quality, their purpose is actually to protect the interior components of your HVAC system itself from dust, dirt, and other debris that can get inside and harm its sensitive components. The air filter, then, needs to be changed on a regular basis–more on this below!
Our short answer to this is, “it’s not a bad idea!”
We’re just about in the middle of the coldest time of the year. Now is no time to be stuck with a heater in disrepair, right? Though, if you’ve opened up a blog post about furnace installation, there’s a good chance yours is. We totally get the temptation to rush into this purchase and installation—you likely would be fine with hiring anyone just to get your home comfort back.