One of the most common problems people report having with their HVAC is uneven temperatures. One room might be too cold or too hot, and some might not seem to be heating at all. Such uneven temperature variations can be a sign of major HVAC issues, so if you are not able to find the cause of the problem or address it on your own, you should definitely have an HVAC service team take a look at your system. Thankfully, there are much less serious issues that can also cause uneven temperatures, so make sure to check your heating & air conditioning system for these problems first.
Troubleshooting Uneven Temperatures
As with any HVAC troubleshooting, you want to be careful not to get in over your head. There is a lot you can do on your own, but anything involving electrical problems or your furnace itself should be left to the professionals. So what can you do if you find yourself adjusting the temperature all the time and noticing uneven temperatures around your home?
First, you should make sure all the registers (vents) in your home are open and are not being blocked. Simply opening vents might be the solution to your uneven temperature problem. Similarly, you should make sure your house is evenly insulated and is not missing insulation in certain areas. Make sure to consider how factors like room size, windows, and appliances can affect temperatures. If the uneven temperatures you are experiencing are due to oven placement, for instance, there is not much adjusting your HVAC system can do about that.
With these things taken care of, the next thing to look at is your thermostat. It is often the case that uneven temperatures are due to the thermostat reading wrong temperature or otherwise malfunctioning. Make sure your thermostat is placed in a central area of the home and is not too close to a heat source. This will impact the temperature in your home. Finally, you might simply need to replace your air filters or clean out your ducts. Built-up grime and clogged air filters can interrupt airflow, creating uneven temperatures in your home.
Do You Need A Bigger Fix?
Unfortunately, if none of these things seem to be the problem, you may be dealing with something more serious. Having the wrong size air conditioner, for instance, can create uneven temperatures, as can dirty AC coils. If you cannot find cause of your temperature troubles, have a professional assess your HVAC system right away.
Another option to improve temperature regulation in tough cases is a zoned HVAC system with a smart thermostat. These allow you to set different temperatures for different parts of your home in order to offset uneven heating and cooling or different temperature preferences throughout your home. Plus, these systems simply give you more control over the temperature in your home, with smart settings and remote control.
Find Out More About Fixing Uneven Temperatures
To learn more about whether a zoned heating & air conditioning system is right for you and to find more solutions to heating and cooling problems, get in touch with Galmiche & Sons in St. Louis today.
