Air conditioners and heaters do tend to make some noise when running, but excessive noise indicates an issue. It could be a very simple one, but it could also be something that requires repairs. You don't want to be left without climate control in your home, so calling an HVAC company for service is a good idea.
Age Affects Efficiency and Function
If the noise increase was gradual and you're just noticing that your air conditioner is really kind of loud, the age of the system may be a factor.
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Furnace repairs may seem like a mystery to you. While it is recommended that you leave furnace repairs to the pros, it can be reassuring to learn a little more about them so you have a better understanding of what your HVAC contractor is doing when they're working on your home. One of the most common repairs HVAC contractors make is replacing the fan belts on furnaces. Here's a closer look at this type of repair.
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Today's homeowners expect their homes to be comfortable places to live. As a result, proper maintenance of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems is essential. Although most homeowners are aware of the need for routine maintenance of these systems, many are unaware of the many benefits that preventive maintenance can provide. Most HVAC systems are designed to provide years of trouble-free operation. However, the systems must be properly installed and maintained to achieve their full potential.
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Older furnaces relied on physics to help eliminate harmful combustion products. These furnaces couldn't capture most of the heat from the combustion process, so their exhaust was often exceptionally hot. As a result, exhaust gases were hot and much less dense, allowing them to rise through the furnace flue and exit the home naturally.
Modern furnaces are far more efficient and can extract more heat than older models. These models rely on draft inducers to ensure that exhaust gases safely exit your home and clear the combustion chamber of old exhaust gases to improve efficiency.
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Does your home need a new hot water heater, and do you think that you can get the job on your own and save some money? If so, it will help to know some of the mistakes you may make along the way.
You May Buy The Wrong Size Hot Water Heater
You may think that a bigger hot water heater is the solution to your problems with water pressure and a lack of hot water.
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