Your home’s air conditioner holds significant importance among its appliances. A malfunctioning unit can cause considerable inconvenience for homeowners. AC capacitors play a crucial role in the functioning of any Indianapolis HVAC air conditioning system, and a deteriorating capacitor can precipitate AC problems.

What Is an Air Conditioning Capacitor?

An AC capacitor is a piece of equipment inside the outdoor condensing unit of an air conditioner. The AC capacitor delivers power to the motor driving the air conditioning system. The capacitor jumpstarts the cooling cycle by providing a surge of energy to the system. It then sustains operation by supplying consistent electricity until the cycle finishes. Initially, it delivers a power surge equivalent to 300 to 500 percent of the system’s normal electrical requirement.

Once the air conditioner motor reaches its optimal speed, the capacitor regulates excess power and provides a stable energy supply throughout the cooling process. Much like a battery, the AC capacitor is similar to a battery, storing and distributing energy as needed during operation.

How Long Does an Air Conditioning Capacitor Last?

No homeowner wants to deal with ac issues, especially during the summer months. With the AC capacitor being the air conditioning unit’s main component, a fully functioning AC capacitor is a necessary item to avoid uncomfortable living conditions. AC capacitors can last a long time but will need to be replaced down the road.

With routine maintenance on your Indianapolis air conditioning unit, an AC capacitor can last up to 20 years. To avoid any issues, scheduling regular maintenance with a professional can make a world of difference. Following up on this advice will contribute to the longevity of your AC capacitor and your air conditioning unit as a whole.

7 Signs of a Bad AC Capacitor

Being able to tell the signs of a faulty AC capacitor is a key first step to diagnosing possible AC issues. Here are seven signs to tell if your AC capacitor is bad.

 1. Air Conditioner Blowing Warm Air

When your air conditioner is running but is failing to blow cold air throughout your home, it could be a faulty AC capacitor. This symptom is insinuated by the air conditioning unit blowing out warm air. When the AC capacitor is bad, it prevents itself from starting and the air conditioner is no longer able to remove heat and transfer it outside the home.

2. Humming Noise

Another sign of a faulty AC capacitor is a humming noise coming from the access panel of the condenser unit. This will force the capacitor to operate at an excessive level, resulting in that mentioned humming noise.

This sound might also originate from the AC motor. To differentiate the noise, try turning the AC unit on and off. If the humming persists, it’s likely stemming from the AC capacitor.

3. Burning Smell

A particularly worrisome sign for a homeowner is a burning smell coming from the condenser unit. This smell usually signifies a faulty AC capacitor. This may be due to item obstruction, normal wear and tear for the system, or even overexertion. You might be able to fix it by lubricating the bearings, but replacement will be a better option for a long-term solution.

4. High Energy Bills

If your capacitor is damaged, it will cause the compressor to overwork itself. When components within the air conditioning system are run excessively, this can lead to higher energy bills. Identifying symptoms like high energy bills and getting repairs will prevent costs from compounding on top of each other. Having to pay higher energy bills and repairs is a nuisance that nobody wants to deal with.

5. Air Conditioner Turns Off

One of the many signs of a bad capacitor is the air conditioner turning off suddenly. The air conditioning system should never shut off on its own. It’s common for the unit to short circuit now and then, but continuous issues with your air conditioner need to be evaluated for a permanent fix.

6. Air Conditioner Won’t Turn On

Setting your thermostat to your desired temperature and the air conditioner refusing to turn on is an issue no homeowner wants to face. One of the issues that could cause this is a bad AC capacitor. If the AC capacitor is indeed bad, the air conditioner may take longer to turn on or won’t turn on at all. Severe damage to the AC capacitor may cause the air conditioner to not turn on period.

7. Aging HVAC System

The last sign your AC capacitor is faulty is the age of the component itself. If your air conditioning system is older and is struggling to maintain cooling cycles, this is a telltale sign that the AC capacitor has worn out over time. If the AC capacitor is bad, the system will not fulfill your home’s cooling demands, which leads to higher energy bills and a less comfortable home.

Schedule an Air Conditioning Repair With Chapman

The AC capacitor, like many other components within your air conditioning system, is integral to its functionality. There are seven symptoms to keep in mind when you might be weary of a bad AC capacitor:

• Air conditioner blowing warm air
• Humming noises
• Burning smell
• High energy bills
• Air conditioner turns off
• Air conditioner won’t turn on
• Aging HVAC system

Indianapolis homeowners want a reliable air conditioning system within their homes to maximize comfortability throughout the year’s hottest months and days. Contacting Chapman Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing will provide inspections, repairs, and emergency needs to make sure your AC capacitor and any other components are in order.

Homes in Indianapolis and beyond look forward to the warm weather brought by spring. After spending many months cooped up inside during the colder winter months, many families will jump at the first chance to spend some time outside in the warm weather. As spring arrives and the weather gets warmer, however, those within your home will likely deal with symptoms caused by seasonal allergies.

One of the main causes of seasonal allergies, cottonwood, can cause a variety of allergy symptoms. However, cottonwood can also cause serious and expensive problems with your home’s air conditioning system.

What is Cottonwood? 

Cottonwood is the little white tufts of cotton that have been floating through the air. They come from cottonwood trees. Notorious for causing allergy symptoms like sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion, cottonwood can wreak havoc on your family if it manages to get into your air conditioner’s condenser coils. However, it can also cause issues to the AC system itself.

Unfortunately, one cottonwood tree can cause hundreds of dollars worth of damage to your air conditioning unit. Cottonwood produces small and fuzzy bits of cotton that fly around outside and can latch onto your air conditioner coils. They can easily be sucked into a condenser coil and cause reduced airflow across the coil. 

Over time, this will cause your air conditioner to become less energy efficient. It will have to work twice as hard as it normally would, causing you to pay more money for the same, or even less, cool air than you might usually have. These problems can build and could potentially even result in an overheated compressor, requiring you to have an expensive replacement installed.

How to Protect Your AC Unit

Don’t wait until your air conditioner is beyond the point of a simple repair. The easiest way to get rid of a cottonwood problem is to have your air conditioner professionally cleaned as soon as possible. You might think this is an easy task to handle yourself, but we strongly recommend the help of a professional. If you try to clean off the coil yourself, you might embed the cottonwood seeds deep into the coils and make the situation worse. 

Air Conditioning Cleaning Services

Certified HVAC technicians understand how every make and model works because they have received the proper training. Your air conditioning technician should be able to inspect your system, determine if cottonwood is causing any airflow problems, and properly clean out the cottonwood. 

Beyond being incredibly important to your home’s comfort during the warm weather, air conditioners are very expensive to replace if you try to fix the issue yourself and cause further damage. Trying to fix the issue yourself might end up damaging your machine beyond repair. To avoid causing irreparable damage, get in touch with a professional.

Contact Chapman for Air Conditioning Services

Don’t let the increased amount of cottonwood in the air ruin your air conditioner. Solve the problem by calling an HVAC service technician to properly clean your machine. They will make sure your coils are cleaned without doing more damage to your AC unit. Save yourself the time and money, and pick up the phone and call Chapman Heating and Air Conditioning at 317-943-8717 or schedule a service appointment online today!

Radiant floor heating is an effective, heat-distribution system that uses the floor to heat your home. Sounds crazy, right? The concept might be strange, but it is actually a great way to heat your home instead of using a standard ventilation system. With radiant floor heating systems, you don’t have to worry about trying to heat a large room with just one vent anymore.

In our most recent blog, the heating and cooling experts at Chapman discuss the basics of radiant floor heating. If you’re interested in learning more about this energy-efficient heating alternative, contact us today.

How Does Radiant Floor Heating Work?

Radiant floor heating provides warmth for your home from underneath the floors. But how is it possible to have a heating system underneath your floor? Electric and hydronic floor heating are the two most common types of radiant floor heating systems.

Electric

Electric radiant floor heating systems use electric wiring to produce heat. If you want to heat a smaller space, you will want to consider electric radiant floor heating. Electric radiant floor systems are more cost-effective to install, but more expensive to operate.

Hydronic

Hydronic radiant floor heating systems make use of hot water tubes to produce heat. Hydronic floor heating systems are more cost-effective to operate and are ideal for much bigger houses or larger floor areas. These hydronic floor heating systems are more expensive to install because they are very sophisticated and require heated water from a water heater. Though they are more expensive to install upfront, you’ll notice increased savings in bigger properties with a hydronic heating system.

To install heated floors in your home or business, get in touch with the professionals at Chapman today.

Why Should You Choose Radiant Floor Heating?

Increased Comfort

Whether you choose electric or hydronic radiant floor heating systems, your space is going to be comfortable. A conventional forced-air system causes radiant heat to rise to the ceiling, and then it comes back down as cool air. Radiant heating systems use heat that comes from the ground to provide the entire room with comfortable heat. A radiant floor heating system will allow you to have gorgeous tile, marble or slate floors without having to worry about cold feet. You get the best of both worlds; beautiful flooring and comfort.

Even Heating

Radiant heating distributes warm air evenly across your home so you never need to worry about cold spots or uneven temperatures from room to room. Traditional forced-air heating systems, meanwhile, use vents to distribute heat, which causes areas around the vents to feel warmer than other areas in the room.

No Ductwork

Radiant heating doesn’t require ductwork to heat your home, which is one less thing you’ll have to maintain during the year.

Energy Efficient

You’ll potentially save hundreds of dollars per year on your energy bills with a radiant heating system. With traditional, forced-air heating systems, heat rises to the ceiling before dissipating. Radiant heat provides radiant heat from the ground up to prevent heat loss and to keep those bare feet warm even on the coldest days of winter! Radiant heating is up to 25% more efficient than traditional forced-air systems, allowing you to use less energy.

Improved Indoor Air Quality

Do any of your family members suffer from allergies, asthma, or other respiratory illnesses? If so, you should consider a radiant floor heating system. Because radiant heating doesn’t use blowers or fans, no allergens are circulated in the home’s air supply, such as dust mites and pet dander. Improve your family’s health with the installation of a radiant heating system.

No Noise

Traditional furnaces make noise when they start or stop a heating cycle, and older heaters can be loud throughout their cycle. With the installation of a radiant heating system, you’ll hear virtually no noise as the system heats your home from under your very toes.

Contact Chapman for Question about Radiant Floor Heating

The installation of radiant heating systems creates a comfortable space while saving on your energy bill. It’s also great for warehouses, factories and commercial buildings. For more information about radiant floor heating, visit our website to schedule an appointment, or give us a call at 317-207-9378 today.

If you live in Indiana, you know you can always expect the unexpected when it comes to the weather, as Mother Nature can be quite unpredictable in the Midwest. With the help of a variable speed furnace, your home will be ready for whatever Mother Nature throws at you.

Bryant variable speed furnaces are manufactured in Indiana, so they’re made to work with the unpredictable Midwest weather. Want to learn more about variable speed furnaces? Keep reading our latest blog about the benefits of variable speed furnaces and why one might be a good fit for your Central Indiana home. For all of your home’s heating and cooling demands, contact Chapman Heating, Air Conditioning and Plumbing today.

What is a Variable Speed Furnace?

A variable speed furnace is a good choice for all Indiana residents because this gas furnace is extremely energy efficient and is great for year-round use.

The term variable speed refers to the furnace’s fan motor. The variable-speed motor moves at different speeds to precisely control the flow of heated and cooled air throughout your home, which results in better airflow control. Better airflow control means an improved balance of temperature and humidity. These furnaces better and uses two-thirds less electricity than a single-speed furnace. So say goodbye to high energy bills!

Advantages of Variable Speed Furnaces

As previously mentioned, a variable speed furnace is great no matter what time of year it is. With various speed settings that allow for lower speeds and energy savings over time, they can be a great option for many families. Some of the benefits of having one installed include:

Humidity control

In the summer months, the variable speed technology provides airflow that provides humidity control. Compared to a single-speed furnace, a variable speed furnace is more effective at drawing moisture from the air. If you live in Indiana, you know that humidity is a killer during July and August.

Improved performance

Variable-speed furnaces will also keep you warm and cozy during the winter months. It provides quiet performance and even temperature comfort. If your indoor temperatures aren’t where you’d like them to be, the benefits of a variable speed furnace will allow you to maintain more consistent temperatures all year long.

Perfect Heat technology allows for longer cycles with more even heating on a low stage. It even closely manages your comfort by adjusting the system operations to changing weather conditions. The days of complaining about a noisy furnace are long gone. When you opt to get a variable speed blower, you’ll immediately notice how much less noise you’re hearing from the unit.

Improved air quality

A variable speed furnace also improves the quality of air in your home. Even when the furnace is not heating or cooling, the fan is in constant operation. This will continue to slowly and inexpensively circulate air throughout your home. This allows the filters to capture and contain debris and allergens so you and your family can breathe easier.

Contact Chapman Today to Have a Variable Speed Furnace Installed in Your Home

Bryant variable speed furnaces are made in Indiana to work with the ever-changing weather. It could be 82 degrees today, but tomorrow it might be 55. Your variable speed furnace will be there to keep you comfortable while dealing with the temperature fluctuations and temperature swings that we have come to expect.

Don’t let the Midwest’s unpredictable weather drive you crazy anymore. Contact Chapman Heating, Air Conditioning and Plumbing about having a variable speed furnace installed today. For more information about variable speed furnaces, give us a call at 317-953-4897 or schedule an appointment online. Chapman carries a full line of high-efficiency furnaces. Call us to recommend the best services for your home.

DIY. A great concept for trying your hand at building a coffee table or turning an ordinary jar into a colorful centerpiece for the living room. But there are a few things that really require the technical know-how of a trained professional. When something goes wrong in the home, it’s tempting to try doing it yourself. Unfortunately, this approach often leads to costly damages and dangerous situations when dealing with HVAC units.

High Voltage Electricity

What you don’t know will hurt you. These units are highly technical and utilize a large amount of voltage electricity. It’s best to stay away from these levels of electricity without knowing what can hurt you or even kill you. Doing it yourself is not worth the risk of potentially deadly consequences.

Chemical and Refrigerants

Heating and cooling appliances utilize chemicals and refrigerants most of us are unfamiliar with. Handling these chemicals can be deadly if the proper precautions are not followed. Proper training and safety gear is essential to make sure no one is injured by or exposed to deadly chemicals used in these systems. Handling these chemicals also requires certification.

Tools of the Trade

You wouldn’t try to build a table without a hammer and a saw. The same is true for HVAC repair. Specialized, professional tools are used to correctly identify and repair problems. Without these tools you run the risk of creating even more damage to the unit. Professional technicians don’t just come with experience, training and knowledge, they come prepared with tools specifically made for fixing problems.

Small Fix to a Bigger Issue

What might seem like a small issue to you could really be a symptom of a much larger issue. Even more challenging is diagnosing the real problem with the symptoms masked. If there is an issue with your unit, have a technician take a look to ensure that you aren’t just patching an issue that will eventually become a costly, dangerous and inconvenient problem down the road.

Irreparable Damage

Small problems can quickly become big problems. The most dangerous decision is trying to fix something you don’t know how to fix. One wrong decision and your left with more damage than you started with. The more you attempt to repair, the higher the risk of damaging a unit beyond repair.

Appropriate Size For Your Home

Without the knowledge of a trained technician, it’s difficult to know what your home really needs in terms of size and capacity of your HVAC unit. Making these decisions alone leads to overspending on a unit ill-fitted for your home. When considering a new unit, do your research, but consult a certified technician to help you make the right choice for your space. In the end, a brief consultation at minimum will ensure you’re making the best choice for best efficiency and comfort for your needs.

The good news is that for the handy personality type, there are still plenty of things you can do to maintain and service your unit. General maintenance and cleaning are essential for an efficient and healthy system. The next time you want to do a little work on your system, take on one of these tasks.

General Cleaning , Clean and check your filters, change them when necessary and keep your unit running at tip-top shape. This can, and should, be done frequently to make sure the air in your home is clean and your unit isn’t working any harder than it needs to. Clear out leaves and branches and maintain clear space around the unit.

Battery Check , If you don’t already have a carbon monoxide detector, go get one. Today. If you do, go check the batteries when you get home. A detector with bad batteries is just as useless as not having one at all. Check that your detector is in good working order monthly to make sure your home and family are safe from poisonous gas.

By hiring a professional for the big stuff and doing regular maintenance checks of what you can handle, you’ll have a safe and efficient HVAC unit.

Call In The Professionals

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If you were hoping for another mild winter, we have bad news for you. Early predictions show that we can expect a lot of precipitation and very cold temperatures.

Every fall, around this time, people start speculating about winter weather and how tough the next few months are going to be. As we say goodbye to summer, we have to start thinking about snow, freezing temps and leaving 15 minutes early for work.

Even with sophisticated weather tracking technology, no one really knows for sure what the weather will do. Forecasting a week ahead is hard enough, and not always reliable. Although there’s no scientific way to tell exactly what kind of a winter we have in store, it’s fun to look at the trends and make some educated guesses.

Indiana Winter

One book takes these educated guesses and pulls them together into a yearly publication: The Farmers’ Almanac. Stuffed with everything from predictions to puzzles, the Farmers’ Almanac warns of a weary winter of snow and cold.

While last winter was a reprieve from shoveling and high fuel bills, the party is over. According to the 2017 Farmers’ Almanac, winter is back! , 2017 Farmer’s Almanac

This year the book calls for frigid temperatures throughout the Midwest. It might not hit until later in the season, but we’re in for a frigid February.

U.S. Weather Trends

So what about the rest of the country? The almanac predicts high precipitation in the southeast, northeast and News England states and the western states will see high snowfall.

Accuracy

So how good is the Farmers’ Almanac at predicting winter weather? According to the Almanac itself, it boasts a 96% success rate for predicting 2015’s winter weather. These success rates are a little hard to track, mostly because the Farmers’ Almanac doesn’t release their methods for gathering data. If you want to learn more about how they make these predictions, you can read all about it here. Whether or not you believe it is up to you.

It might not be the best way to predict future weather, but it is a fun book with a lot of information. Full of home tips, gardening guides and astronomical calendars, the almanac is a fun tradition to kick off fall and get us all ready to drag out the shovel and snow boots.

We’re just going to have to wait and see what this winter brings us. In the meantime, pick up a copy of the Farmers’ Almanac and schedule your fall clean and check, just in case the almanac ends up being right.

Looking for home heating and air conditioning repair  contact Chapman Heating, Air Conditioning, and Plumbing, today

Most people are familiar with what ductwork looks like in a typical ceiling, wall or floor. Those ducts are there to move warm and cool air throughout a home. But what do you do if you don’t have ducts?

While most homes built in the last sixty five years certainly do, that is not the case in older homes.  Those wonderful pre-war homes and apartments have great windows, beautiful floors, interesting wood woodwork, and heating and cooling challenges.

For these homes and buildings ductless, mini-split-system heat pumps are a great way to bring modern heating and cooling to these classic structures without tearing up and completely rebuilding walls.

They are also a good choice when you are adding on to an existing structure like a sun room, where extending the distribution ductwork from the rest of the hose is not practice

How do they work?

In many ways the ductless unit, also called a mini split works like a traditional air-source heat pumps.  There are two main pieces: the outdoor compressor complete with a condensing coil and an indoor air-handling unit. Instead of being installed in a closet or basement, the indoor unit is mounted on a wall.  A conduit links the outdoor and indoor units recycling the refrigerant as needed.

The connection between the outdoor and indoor units usually only requires a three-inch hole through a wall for the conduit. The outdoor unit can actually be placed as far as 50 feet from the indoor unit. So even if you are using mini splits to condition rooms on the front side of a house you can tuck the condensing units away on the side or back of your home.

Attractive indoor units

The indoor units are designed to blend into your room. They are typically about seven inches deep with a sleek, high tech exterior. The units can be hung high on a wall, suspended from a ceiling or mounted flush into a drop ceiling. With a hand held remote control you can control the temperature in your room from the comfort of your couch.

The small units are designed to condition an individual room so you have an opportunity to create custom comfort zones. Some systems can have as many as four indoor air-handling, each one with its own thermostat. This allows you to control the temperature in each room. Southern facing rooms with lots of windows can get a little more cool air while rooms throughout the rest of the home do not.

And since each room has its own thermostat, you can actually turn off units in unoccupied rooms, saving energy and lowering your utility bills.

No ductwork means less energy loss

There is one more energy benefit owners of mini splits enjoy since there is no ductwork , no energy loss in the ducts. In a traditional forced air system, you often see as much as 30% of the energy consumption lost in unconditioned spaces as the ducts run through attics or crawl spaces. No ducts? No wasted energy.

Compared to traditional duct central air systems, ductless mini split air conditioners have a slight advantage in Seasonal Energy Efficient Ratings (SEER). On average, central air systems have a rating between 21-18, whereas ductless units range between 23-21.

New technology requires new skills

At Chapman Heating and Cooling, our technicians have been specially trained to correctly size, install and service these units. Call us today to see if a ductless heat pump is a good solution for your home.

Looking for ductless air conditioner or heat pumps contact Chapman Heating, Air Conditioning, and Plumbing, today

When you hire a service technician to perform work on your HVAC system you’re essentially inviting a stranger into your home, and that can be kind of scary. How do you know if they will do a good job? Do they have the proper training? How much training did they receive? All of these questions can leave you feeling uneasy. Choosing a company that is NATE certified will ease your mind and answer many of your questions. Why should you hire a NATE certified technician? Keep reading.

What is NATE?

NATE stands for North American Technician Excellence. NATE is the nation’s largest non-profit certification organization for heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration technicians. NATE offers certification tests for installation and/or service in one or more specialty areas.

How does one become NATE certified?

Anyone interested in obtaining NATE certification may take the tests by contacting a NATE-approved testing organization and paying the appropriate testing fees. NATE’s certification tests are comprehensive and consist of real-time scenarios in air conditioning and refrigeration. The technician must have enough experience to understand various systems and rectify the heating and cooling complications. The classes to prepare for NATE Certification focus on the full spectrum from basic to the latest HVAC technologies employed in the industry.

Why is a NATE certification important?

If you need work performed on your furnace or your air conditioner is broken, you want to hire a professional who will get the job done right the first time. Choosing a company that is NATE certified ensures you are going to work with technicians who are well trained in fixing any HVAC device. The certification test is not easy, so completing the program means each technician will leave with enhanced skill levels.

At Chapman Heating and Air Conditioning we pride ourselves on being NATE certified. We want you to know that we deeply care about the quality and skill level of each of our technicians to ensure you are getting the best possible service. To learn more about the NATE certification program, visit their website. To schedule your next appointment with Chapman, give us a call at 317-291-4909 today.

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Choosing the right HVAC contractor can be difficult. Besides the fact that there are hundreds of companies to choose from, the Internet has made things even more challenging with the large number of review sites available to consumers. Which review site accurately portrays the company? Do you skip business review websites all together and take a referral from a friend? The whole process can be overwhelming. We’re here to help. Here’s how to find the right HVAC contractor for you.

Be Prepared

Before you start calling companies for quotes, take a step back. Check out the make and model of your system. Gather up any information you have on your system so you’ll be able to have information ready when you start calling contractors. It’s always good to know if your system is still under warranty. This will help the contractor understand your needs. The more prepared you can be before you make any phone calls the better. It will save you a lot of time.

Ask for Referrals

The Internet is full of information, but sometimes it can be too much information. Instead of spending hours on your computer, ask your friends, neighbors and co-workers for referrals. You’re friends and family will give you their honest opinions about what their experience was like.

Look for Special Offers

HVAC systems are not cheap. They are one of the most expensive purchases you will make when you become a homeowner. To allow you to pay for your system over time, we offer special financing options with approved credit. Contact us for details.

Get a Written Estimate

This sounds obvious, but sometimes this can be a forgotten step in the process to finding the right contractor. Make sure you ask for a written estimate to keep on file to compare to other contractors you have spoken with.

Make Sure You Understand the Contract

Reading through multi-page contracts is daunting, but it’s important that you understand all aspects of the agreement with your contractor before they start working. Make sure you do your homework and ask a lot of questions. No question is too silly. If it’s important to you, ask!

At Chapman Heating and Air Conditioning we treat our customers like family. We look out for them and will do whatever it takes to make sure they are happy and satisfied with the work we have performed. For more information about Chapman, give us a call at 317-291-4909 or visit our website.

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Disclaimer: we strongly suggest you always call a professional in case you ever run into trouble with your heating or cooling devices. Whether you call Chapman or the manufacturer, you should always get a professional’s opinion before picking apart pieces of your furnace or air conditioner. That being said, there are a few things you can do to prevent problems from happening in the first place.

Clean the Filter

Whether it’s your furnace or your air conditioner you need to be changing or cleaning the filter every one to three months. Make sure you check with the manufacturer to verify when you should be changing the filter. Dirty filters will reduce t he efficiency of your machine, making it work harder which causes stress on your system. The more stress you put on your system, the earlier it will need to be replaced.

Check the Thermostat

The thermostat controls and programs when heat or cool air is supposed to be produced. If your thermostat isn’t working properly it probably isn’t sending the message to your furnace. Try changing the batteries to eliminate the problem. If your thermostat is still malfunctioning, call Chapman or the manufacturer for more information about the appropriate next steps to take.

Blown Fuses

The purpose of a fuse is to protect the unit’s motor or compressor from overheating. Most fuses are found in the evaporator coil. When the motor in your system starts to go bad, the breaker is one of the first things you should look at. We recommend investing in a surge protector. If trouble persists, get a technician out to your home to take a look. It always helps to have a professional survey the damage in case there is a bigger problem.

These are just a few common HVAC issues that you can prevent with no technical training. Now, if your machine shuts down or a part fails, don’t go to Google and search how to repair it. Leave that up to the trained technicians. Save yourself time and money and call Chapman Heating and Air Conditioning, or visit our website today!

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