What HVAC Technicians Can Do for You

Published by: Marina Byrne
Published on: 2010-01-10 15:26:13

HVAC stands for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. Many HVAC technicians in Connecticut focus on residential services, and all technicians require schooling, an apprenticeship and additional testing before certification is awarded. Programs now offer training in environmental sustainability so that an HVAC technician can offer more environmentally friendly services to the clients who request them. When you hire an HVAC technician, you are working with a knowledgeable professional.

An HVAC technician specializes in installing and repairing heating, cooling, and ventilation systems that rely on a shared set of pipes and ductwork. An HVAC technician is usually associated with either the installation process of the new heating or refrigeration system (the technician), or the repair and maintenance of systems already in place (the mechanic). The technician is responsible for ensuring that the installation is in compliance with local regulations, and that the unit will work efficiently within the space. The mechanic, generally speaking, focuses on servicing the systems.

HVAC maintenance is one of the more important aspects of caring for your Connecticut home. Unfortunately, most of us don’t consider it until our heating, cooling, or ventilation system begins to malfunction, and by that time, repairs need to be done. Proper maintenance includes professional tuning (changing belts and filters, greasing bearings, refilling coolants and making necessary adjustments) and cleaning. The technician will inspect each component in the system, to ensure that it is still functioning within acceptable levels of efficiency. If a component is found in danger of breaking down, the technician will make the necessary repairs and adjustments. This helps to extend the life of your system, improves its overall efficiency, and most importantly, makes it safe for you and your family. Your furnace and air conditioning systems should be professionally serviced on an annual basis.

An HVAC technician can help you with some common home complaints, such as improving the air quality in your home creating a consistent temperature throughout your house, all year long.

The air quality in your home can be improved adding a whole-house humidification system (to help minimize winter-dry skin, and help improve some allergies), or by updating or improving filtration systems (to minimize volatile organic compounds that are found indoors).

Are some areas of your home warmer or cooler than others? One solution an HVAC technician may be able to offer you is a two-stage variable speed furnace. It will allow you to customize your comfort in different zones of your home, thereby allowing you to control your energy bills.

Duct systems throughout your home in Connecticut can let out mold, dust, and other particles, can exacerbate allergies. Duct systems that are poorly designed, incorrectly installed or dirty will increase the amount of contaminants and allergens in your home. Duct sealing and cleaning may help improve this situation. A certified HVAC technician or mechanic in Connecticut can help you improve these circumstances in your home.

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