Your HVAC system gives you hints one way or another on its status. If you know what to look for, you can more closely monitor your AC and furnace to make sure they are running at their best and also know when they need to be fixed or replaced. Here are some simple things you can look at to decide if your HVAC system is working at its best.
*Age– The first thing you should look at is the age of the HVAC systems. They do not last forever and people tend to want to stretch them out as long as they possibly can, usually far past the expected life of the system. HVAC systems generally will last 10-15 years and then they should be replaced. If you do proper maintenance you can easily get to the 15 year mark. You might want to consider getting a new system after its 15 year mark because technology is ever changing. HVAC systems today are way more efficient than they were 15 years back, imagine how they will change 15 years from now. Having a new and more efficient system will save you money and make your home more comfortable. Older systems are way less efficient meaning it costs you more to run them.
*Temperature– Is your system warming or cooling to your desired temperature? Do you set your thermostat and never reach the setting on normal days. On days when there is extreme cold or heat most units will struggle to reach the setting you set because of the demand it puts on your system. If on normal days you are not within 2 degrees of your thermostat setting you might have an issue that the professionals at Bartlett Heating and Air can easily fix.
*Sounds– Is your system making odd noises? Is it clanking, clicking, banging, popping, hissing, squealing, ect? These are not normal sounds and hearing them might mean you have an issue that needs to be fixed. If you hear any unusual noise don’t hesitate to call Bartlett Heating and Air and we will be right out to check it over!
Just paying close attention to your HVAC system will alert you to potential issues that you can get fixed sooner than later so you aren’t left without heating or cooling when you need it the most. Bartlett Heating and Air services all models so call us today for all your HVAC needs!
