The number of problems associated with the operation of an HVAC system is enormous. San Antonio has a great history of natural disasters and unrest, which has lead to a high level of problem-solving in HVAC systems. As such, the industry has been called upon to provide solutions for almost anything from broken roofs to blackouts. To that end, we’ve put together this list of the most common issue HVAC problems San Antonio residents experience. Each issue may seem unique and different, but the solution lies in the same place: your hands. Keep reading to learn more about each problem and how you can avoid becoming part of the problem rather than the solution.
Why is there so much HVAC in San Antonio?
As we mentioned above, the history of the city highlights the importance of HVAC in San Antonio. And yet, the industry has done little to address the problems it causes. Instead of taking steps to prevent or respond to problems, the city simply makes do with fewer and fewer panels in an effort to save money. Even with massive improvements in HVAC technology, it’s still a challenge to keep up with the national trend of installing more air-conditioning and heating systems. At the end of the day, if the system isn’t working for you, it’s ultimately your fault.
Broken or failing roofs
Many of the problems HVAC systems are designed to help with are located in the roofs above the houses on the block. At the foundation of many of these roofs is a large, unprotected portion of the earth’s primary energizer. This large, unprotected portion of the earth’s primary energizer can become a black eye if weather conditions are not in tune with the installations occurring on the property. If the roof on the house under the video is not securely fastened, then the nearby roof on the next house can become a cloud cover and the video is lost.
No central heating or air-conditioning system
Many HVAC systems are designed to keep the house at a consistent temperature. However, if it is not being used for that purpose, it can become a hassle to run. The same can be said for a refrigerator in a kitchen or boiler in a house. To keep these systems running at their recommended temperature, you’ll want to ensure one or both of the indoor air conditioners and the outdoor air conditioners are working. If one of these systems is not working, you’ll want to turn off the outside air conditioner and see if the indoor one is working. If not, you’ll want to turn off the indoor air conditioner and see if the outdoor air conditioner is working. If both of these systems are not working, you’ll want to get a weather eye chart and see if there’s a problem with the weather in the area. If the weather in the area is not in tune with the system being used, then the indoor/outdoor air conditioner and/or indoor/outdoor refrigerant will have to be replaced.
Dirty or moldy air filters
An important part of any HVAC system is its air filters. These are the air filters that are responsible for removing all the tiny wet allergens and unfortunately, they often get clogged with dirt and other organic matter. To clear this up, you’ll want to get yourself a dirty or cluttered air filter. Once again, you can get this done at home. Once again, this is a very DIY project. As with most DIY projects, you will probably have a bit of a problem with these, but for the most part, this is a very common issue and you can avoid becoming a part of the problem rather than the solution.
How to fix an HVAC problem in San Antonio: Tips, tricks, and hacks
HVAC systems are great for keeping the house at a certain temperature, but if it is not being used for that purpose, it can become a hassle to run. The same can be said for a refrigerator in a kitchen or boiler in a house. To keep these systems running at their recommended temperature, you’ll want to ensure one or both of the indoor air conditioners and the outdoor air conditioners are working. If one of these systems is not working, you’ll want to turn off the outside air conditioner and see if the indoor one is working. If both of these systems are not working, you’ll want to get a weather eye chart and see if there’s a problem with the weather in the area. If the weather in the area is not in tune with the system being used, then the indoor/outdoor air conditioner and/or indoor/outdoor refrigerant will have to be replaced.