The most common heating systems in your area are probably central HVAC units. These are units that function to cool the air during the summer and warm it during the winter. They work by compressing a refrigerant that creates heat and then expanding the refrigerant to allow the heat to escape rapidly. An HVAC system likely needs yearly maintenance. So, if you haven’t had your system inspected in a while, you probably need heating repair even if it hasn’t been malfunctioning.
Dust and Dirt
Your HVAC system will collect dust and dirt over time. As the system works, it intakes air from inside of your home and conditions it. That air is supposed to be filtered but the filters are not 100% effective. In some cases, tiny bits of dust and dirt will get through. Over time, that will build up and begin to damage your system. The damage is caused by clogging up elements of the system as well as creating friction in the moving parts. Routine heating repair in Huntsville, AL will prevent those problems from getting worse.
You can call Southern Comfort HVAC LLC to schedule repairs or routine maintenance. If something has gone wrong, you need to call them for an appointment as soon as possible.
Refrigerant Leaks
Refrigerant is often harmful to the environment and is designed to be contained within the system. However, leaks can happen. It can evaporate over time, especially in older systems. A good heating repair specialist can assess the state of your refrigerant and make the necessary repairs. In some cases, it is natural evaporation and just needs to be refilled. In other cases, it requires more extensive repairs.
These are a few of the common problems that occur with heating systems. Some more common problems can be dealt with in the same appointment with the repair experts.