Why Do I Have Hot and Cold Spots in My Home?
Inconsistent temperatures — it’s an issue that plagues too many homes in the Palm Bay area of sunny Florida. If walking around your home feels like you’re moving through different climate zones, your forced-air heating and cooling systems may lie at the root of the problem. Learn how an inefficient HVAC system can create hot or cold spots in your home-sweet-home.
Restricted Airflow
Central HVAC systems work by using refrigerant to extract and move heat out of your home during the summer and into it during the winter. They circulate the conditioned air through your home using an interconnected ductwork system. Whether large or small, blockages can restrict the force of the airflow, making it impossible to maintain a consistent temperature throughout your home.
Routine checks on your system’s air filter can help keep the air flowing freely. Filters clogged with dirt impede airflow, forcing HVAC systems to run overtime to maintain comfortable temperatures. They also allow dirty, unfiltered air to enter the ducts, further restricting the airflow. Replacing them at the first sign of dirt can help even out temperatures while lowering the system’s energy usage by up to 15%.
Dirty Ductwork
Even with regular filter changes, air ducts can clog up with dirt over time. Obstructions in specific locations like vents and registers can cause some areas of your home to stay warmer or cooler than others. At Next Generation Air & Heat, Inc., our duct cleaning services provide the clear passageways air ducts need to operate at peak efficiency while allowing you to breathe cleaner, healthier air.
Air Duct Leaks
In a typical house in Brevard County, up to 30% of the air moving through ductwork is lost to leaks, holes and loose connections. Sealing the ducts can help even out temperatures in every room of your home. It can also lower your energy bills year-round.
To learn more about the importance of well-designed and properly maintained air ducts to avoid hot and cold spots in your home, check our duct sealing services section or call Next Generation Air & Heat, Inc. today!