Unseen HVAC Risks

How Professional Maintenance Can Prevent Costly Repairs

While your HVAC system works quietly behind the scenes to keep you and your family comfortable, there could be silent dangers compromising its safety and efficiency. Many homeowners are unaware of the potential risks these hidden problems could cause because these problems are not always visible. Below, we’ll dive into the unseen issues that can significantly impact your heating, cooling, and air quality and detail why professional inspections and maintenance are crucial for maintaining a safe, efficient, and reliable system.

A Few Hidden Culprits:

• Ductwork Issues & Dirty Filters: Leaks in your ductwork can cause significant energy loss as heated or cooled air escapes before reaching your living spaces. Similarly, dirty or clogged air filters strain your HVAC system, reduce air quality, and increase your energy bills. Both issues are often overlooked because they develop out of sight.
• Refrigerant Leaks and Faulty Thermostats: A refrigerant leak in your AC system reduces its cooling power and efficiency, leading to more costly energy bills and potential breakdowns. In addition, faulty thermostats can cause your HVAC system to run longer than necessary, wasting energy and stressing your system components.
• Worn Electrical Components: Electrical issues in HVAC systems, such as worn contactors and capacitors, often go unnoticed until the system fails. These components are important for starting the motors and compressors and helping them run efficiently. Wear and tear over time can lead to intermittent or complete system failures, which might not be obvious until the system breaks down unexpectedly.
  
  

Ways to Identify and Prevent Potential HVAC Issues

Regular maintenance is the key to preventing these hidden problems. A couple of best practices for homeowners to follow are:

• Replace your HVAC filter every one to three months depending on the filter size, activity level in the home, and if you have pets or allergies.
• Keep the area around your unit clear of debris to prevent blockages that impair the efficiency
• Turn your A/C on before it gets too hot, as a test can help identify any issues to address before the weather changes.
• Watch and listen for signs of trouble with your system. Be on the lookout for odd noises coming from your system, increased electrical bills, bad odors, no cold air and leaking refrigerant.
• The best way to prevent any of the above issues is to have professional maintenance done inside and outside your home, ensuring that the A/C, thermostats, air ducts, and plumbing are working properly.
  
  

Let Atlas Butler Perform Routine HVAC Maintenance

Atlas Butler’s expert technicians use state-of-the-art diagnostic tools, such as thermal imaging cameras and pressure tests, to detect issues that aren't visible to the naked eye. These tools allow us to identify and fix problems such as duct leaks, refrigerant escapes, and inefficient system performance before they turn into costly repairs.

Being proactive about HVAC maintenance is crucial. It not only extends the life of your system but also ensures it runs safely and efficiently. Contact us 24/7 at 1-800-FURNACE or visit atlasbutler.com to schedule your A/C check-up for peace of mind and uninterrupted comfort this summer.