There are many important parts to your home's air conditioner, but one part that is crucial to its operation are the evaporator coils. Here are two questions that homeowners may have about this part of their HVAC system.
What Are The Evaporator Coils?
There are actually two evaporator coils for an air conditioner, with first one located inside and the second one located outside. Each coil has its own job that helps the system work.
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Most people understand the two basic functions of an HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) system–the heating and air conditioning parts are well understood. However, the ventilation function often isn't well understood. Next time you're looking into HVAC repair or service, considering installing mechanical ventilation. Here are some of the reasons you need mechanical ventilation and can't just rely on natural ventilation of the house:
Controlled Fresh Air Movement
One of the best things about mechanical ventilation is that it allows you to control the movement of air in to and out of the house.
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Boilers tend to last for a long period of time. Even furnaces will often need to get replaced more often than boilers, and furnaces can last for more than a decade. However, boilers will experience problems eventually. Some people might get their boilers fixed, while other people will get new boilers altogether. People who are thinking about fixing their boilers should always take the age of the boiler into account.
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Much of the country is still getting socked by winter, even though it's almost late spring. The need to use a heater in adverse, icy conditions for much longer than usual can take a toll on your heating system. If you are in one of the regions that's still getting multiple feet of snow, the heating system in your home is going to need more attention.
Keep Changing Those Filters
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Your furnace is your home's central heating unit, and is an essential part of keeping your home comfortable during the winter months. Just like every other appliance in your home, however, furnaces can experience mechanical problems over time due to age and general wear and tear. Understanding some of the warning signs associated with a furnace that is no longer functioning properly can help you identify problems early and have them fixed by a HVAC professional before you're left shivering in the night.
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