You may not know it, but your furnace relies heavily on the air filter that sits in the air return duct. It is this filter that protects the system from dust and other debris that could otherwise infiltrate and damage the system. The problem is that, since most homeowners don’t even know that these filters exist, many of them don’t get them changed or cleaned as often as they should. That leads to some serious issues for the furnace, which could result in the death of the whole system. Read on to find out what happens when your furnace air filter doesn’t receive the service it needs.
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Monday, November 23rd, 2015Why Your Heat Pump Needs Maintenance Twice a Year
Monday, November 9th, 2015You may or may not know that your heating system needs maintenance at least once a year in order to stay in top condition. That is, unless you have a heat pump. If you use a heat pump, you actually need to schedule maintenance twice a year to reap the same benefits as other heating systems that only need it once a year. Why is this the case? Read on to find out.
Should You Replace Your Furnace Before Winter?
Monday, November 2nd, 2015Furnaces can last a long time, but they don’t last forever. No matter how well you take care of your furnace, you will eventually have to replace it. With winter just around the corner, now is the time to determine whether or not you need to have your furnace replaced. If you aren’t sure whether or not your furnace needs replacing, we can help. Read on for some of the symptoms that your furnace needs to be replaced before winter.
Improve Your Home Heating Situation with Zone Control
Monday, October 19th, 2015Centralized forced air heating has a lot of advantages, which is why it is the most popular type of home heating in the country. However, it does have a number of drawbacks as well. One of the biggest disadvantages to using centralized heating is that it cannot change the level of output it directs to each room of the house. A central heating system can only be on at full blast, or off. There is no in-between area. This leads to a lot of wasted energy on places like empty rooms. Fortunately, there is a way to deal with this problem. Let’s take a look at zone control, and how it can help your heating system this fall.
Strange Furnace Noises And What They Mean
Monday, October 12th, 2015Heating season is here, which means that heating problems are going to start cropping up as more people start to rely on their heating systems for warmth. If you are one of the millions of people who use furnaces, you are going to want to listen for strange noises once you turn your heating system on. These noises can indicate a wide variety of problems with the furnace. Read on to find out more about furnace noises, and what they can mean for your system.
Should I Schedule Fall Heating Maintenance?
Monday, October 5th, 2015Fall is here, and that means the beginning of the heating season. Sure, we may still get some warm days here and there, but for the most part it is time to shut down your air conditioner and get your heater ready for the winter. And that means it is time to schedule fall heating maintenance. Read on for some of the advantages of scheduling fall heating maintenance.
Heat Pump Issues You Need to Watch For
Monday, September 14th, 2015Summer is drawing to a close, but we still have a few weeks of hot weather to go before things start cooling off. That means you don’t get to breathe a sigh of relief just yet, and you still need to be keeping an eye on your heat pump. Stress-related issues can pop up in the system at any time, and are more likely during seasons of heavy usage like summer. So, with that in mind, let’s take a look at some heat pump problems you need to be vigilant for.
How a Clogged Air Filter Can Damage Your Furnace
Monday, April 6th, 2015Many homeowners may not know this, but every furnace is equipped with an air filter installed in the blower return duct. This air filter is a small, simple part of the system. It’s no surprise that it escapes the notice of many homeowners, who don’t often have any reason to thoroughly examine the inside of their furnaces. Small though it may be, the air filter is actually a vital part of keeping your furnace healthy.
Let’s take a look at how the air filter keeps your furnace safe, and what can happen if you neglect it.
The Air Filter
There are a lot of particles that circulate through the average home that, if they were to infiltrate the furnace, would damage it. Things like dust, pollen, mold, and the like could wreak havoc on the system if they were allowed to blow directly into it. So the air filter is installed to catch all of these particles before they can enter the system. As the air flows through the filter, any contaminants being blown along become trapped in the fibers. The air itself passes through the filter and into the system.
The one problem with the air filter is that it needs to be cleaned or replaced every 1–3 months. If this is not done, the air filter will become so clogged with particulates that it restricts the air flow into the furnace. That’s when problems start occurring.
Short-Cycling
Restricted air flow into the furnace will cause the temperature to rise until the system overheats. This activates the limit switch, which shuts down the system as a safety measure. When the furnace cools off enough to restart, the clogged air filter causes it to overheat again and be shut down again. This continuous on/off cycle is called “short-cycling,” and is extremely damaging to the furnace. The strain of turning itself on and off constantly puts the furnace at an increased risk of breaking down, as well as shortening its lifespan. If you notice your furnace short-cycling, turn it off immediately and call us to schedule a repair appointment.
If you have any problems with your furnace, call Roznovak. We provide heating installation and repair services throughout Austin, TX.
The Benefits of Commercial Duct Cleaning
Tuesday, March 24th, 2015Ducts are an important part of any centralized forced air system. This is especially true for commercial HVAC systems, which employ much larger and more complex ductwork than residential properties do.
The ductwork in your building is responsible for keeping you and your employees comfortable, by transporting fresh air from your heating and air conditioning systems. Unfortunately, ductwork can also harm those inside a commercial property if it is not properly maintained.
Let’s take a look at one of the harms that can occur due to poorly maintained ductwork, and what you can do to prevent it.
Airborne Contaminants
The air inside the average commercial building is infested with millions upon millions of microscopic airborne contaminants. Things like viruses, bacteria, dust, mold spores, and insect dander are all commonly found floating through the air in commercial and residential buildings. These contaminants tend to be pretty loosely dispersed, which prevents them from having any serious health effects on those in the building.
In the ducts, however, these contaminants are given a safe haven in which to gather. The level of pollutants builds up in your ducts over time until a forced air system is turned on, at which point the entire building receives a concentrated blast of them. This makes it more likely for the building’s occupants to suffer allergy attacks and illness.
Duct Cleaning
In order to address these contaminants, it’s a good idea to schedule commercial duct cleaning for your building at least once every one or two years. Duct cleaning is where your HVAC company removes any and all contaminants that may be lurking in your ducts, either through vacuums or manual cleaning or both. Duct cleaning significantly improves the indoor air quality of your business, thereby improving the health and quality of life of everyone inside.
It can also improve the efficiency of your HVAC system, by revealing any leaks or other issues that need to be dealt with. If your ducts haven’t been cleaned in a while, you could most certainly benefit from scheduling a duct cleaning today.
If you’d like to know more about the specifics of duct cleaning, Call Roznovak. We provide commercial duct cleaning services throughout the Austin area.
What Are My Options When It Comes to Geothermal Installation?
Wednesday, February 4th, 2015Heating and cooling the home with a geothermal system saves homeowners across the country hundreds of dollars each year in energy costs, and it may do the same for you. A geothermal heat pump works a lot like an air conditioner, removing heat from the home in order to provide a source of cool air in the summer. But during the heating season, a geothermal system can work in reverse, pumping heat into the home thanks to the reliable temperatures deep within the earth. Geothermal systems are one of the top choices for renewable heating and AC, saving you money and reducing your environmental impact.
For quality geothermal heating installation in Austin from professionals experienced with these unique units, discuss your options with the professionals at Roznovak.
Vertical or Horizontal Installation
When you decide that a new geothermal system is the right choice for you, you still have a couple of other big decisions to make. Most importantly, you and your technician will need to decide upon whether vertical or horizontal installation is best suited to your needs. The type of installation that goes onto your home will depend on some key factors. First, the amount of space on your property may determine which type of installation you need. If there is not enough room on the property to dig a wide trench for horizontal loop installation, space considerations may force you into vertical installation, in which the loop system is installed upright in a deep hole.
If your property allows for either type of installation, there are still a couple of other things to keep in mind. Horizontal installation tends to be less expensive. On the other hand, more of your landscaping must be wiped out in order to make room.
Choosing a Quality Company
The second major choice you’ll need to make is which company to go with for installation. Despite its rising popularity, it turns out that most contractors do not offer geothermal installation. First, you’ll need to find a company experiences in geothermal installation and service. But also, you’ll want to find a contractor with a good name, backed by positive customer reviews and a history of quality service.
At Roznovak, we have years of experience installing geothermal systems, and we strive to make any type of heating installation in Austin as hassle-free as possible. Call us today, and find out why so many people make the switch over to this effective and efficient renewable resource.
