5 Reasons for Your Home’s Poor Airflow

Your HVAC system depends on good airflow to effectively heat or cool your home. Consider these five reasons your Dallas, TX, home may have poor airflow:

Dirty Air Filter

To keep your air flowing effectively, you need to keep your air filter clean. Check it every month to see how much dust has built up. You can replace your disposable filter or vacuum your reusable filter to improve your home’s airflow efficiency.

Leaky or Clogged Ductwork

Your ductwork directs air to the various areas of your home. Leaks or clogs in your ductwork will prevent air from flowing through at the volume needed, making your HVAC unit work harder to get your home to your desired temperature. Have your ductwork professionally sealed and periodically cleaned to keep it effectively channeling air.

Blocked or Closed Vents

To keep the air flowing around your home, the air must flow unrestricted from your vents. First, make sure each of your vents is open, even in spaces you don’t use frequently. Once they’re open, move your furniture and decor at least two inches away and above each vent.

Clogged Coils

Your HVAC system has two different coils to help absorb and transfer heat — one inside and one outside. A clog at the interior coil will prevent air from flowing through it. If you believe your coil is freezing up, you’ll want to schedule an AC repair to check for a leak.

Dirty Heat Exchanger

Like your air conditioning coils, the heat exchanger transfers heat into the air circuiting around your home. This will get clogged from small particles that make it in through the air filter or holes in your ductwork. Cleaning your heat exchanger is part of seasonal maintenance, preventing restricted airflow.

Protect your home’s airflow by keeping your system maintained. Call us to schedule your routine HVAC maintenance with one of the expert service technicians at Airmasters AC, Heat, Plumbing & Electrical today.

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