As a homeowner, comfort is paramount. So when you start noticing hot and cold spots in your home, they can quickly become very annoying. Not only do hot and cold spots impact the environment you’ve worked so hard to get right, but when they happen, it can mean that there are other issues. It’s easy to simply recommend air conditioner service, but there are some things you can take a look at to learn more before the experts at Air Houston Mechanical LLC come out.

Hot and cold spots could be the product of a variety of things, ranging from an inadequate amount of cold air return vents to something as simple as a blocked air vent. For something like the latter, you can walk through every room in your home and check out every vent to see whether something is blocking it. Depending on the way you set up your furniture, there could be a vent or two that ends up being covered by a nightstand or bed, meaning that you’re not getting the full benefit from your heating and cooling system.

For something like inadequate cold air return vents, you’ll want to consult with a pro. It can be during routine air conditioner service or in addition to that appointment, but many homes usually only have one cold air return, which may not be sufficient for giving you the even temperatures expected.

What does all this mean for you as a homeowner?

  1. Revisit the layout of the rooms having issues with hot and cold spots. There’s a chance that this will resolve your problems or at least increase the comfort of the room. If you’ve already figured out that there aren’t any vents that are blocked, there is still a chance that the layout of the room and its furniture could decrease the flow of air in the room.
  2. You should get a professional duct system analysis arranged with the experts at Air Houston Mechanical LLC so they can come out and determine the cause of your hot and cold spots. They’ll be able to give you recommendations based on their findings and help outline a plan to solve any problems they find.
  3. Get your ducts cleaned. This is apart from air conditioner service but can make a big impact on your home’s comfort. After all, when was the last time you had your ducts cleaned? It may not solve all of your hot and cold spot issues, but there can be a noted improvement after the cleaning is completed.

There is no debate that hot and cold spots are annoying at the very least, but that doesn’t mean you have no choice but to live with an uncomfortable home. Beyond your comfort, hot and cold spots may also mean your efficiency is less than its best. If you’re experiencing hot and cold spots, don’t hesitate to set up air conditioner service with the pros at Air Houston Mechanical LLC in Huffman. Call (832) 957-9332 to set up an appointment today.

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