One of the key indicators of your HVAC system working at its peak is if it’s striking the right temperature balance between the outdoor and indoor air. In the winter, the balance is achieved if your heating system maintains the temperature inside your house at several degrees higher than the temperature outside.
Temperature balance greatly impacts your comfort. Several factors can allow outdoor temperatures to mingle with the indoor temperatures and upset this balance. Some rooms could be too hot or too cold, thus negatively affecting the temperature balance — and your comfort.
Before you crank up the heat, you should try to figure out the causes of temperature imbalance in your home. Here’s a look at the common causes and how to solve them.
Poor Insulation
Without adequate insulation, indoor heat escapes through the walls, roof, and floor. This has a significant negative impact on your home’s overall temperature.
Adding more insulation to your house helps mitigate air leaks and reduces the impact that environmental factors have on your indoor temperature.
Leaky Ducts
Leaky ductwork can make your home lose up to 30% of airflow. For example, large leaks due to loose duct joints can completely stop the flow of heat to distant rooms.
The best way to deal with leaky ducts is to have a professional seal them. He or she will have advanced tools, such as pressurizing equipment, to use in locating and sealing the leaks.
Location of Rooms
Heat naturally rises, so it’s common to have downstairs rooms being colder than those on a higher story. Rooms located farther away from the thermostat or at the ends of your ductwork can also be under-conditioned. An excellent way to solve this problem is by installing a zoned HVAC system.
Improperly Sized HVAC System or Ductwork
An HVAC system or ductwork that’s wrongly sized for your home may cause temperature imbalances. To remedy the situation, you may have to replace your existing HVAC system or install a second system.
One or more factors may be affecting your home’s temperature balance. Scheduling an energy audit can help you uncover the problems with your home and apply the right solutions. Contact us at Ace Hardware Home Services for all of your home-comfort needs in the Dayton area.
