HVAC Information & Troubleshooting
Frequently Asked Questions about Air Conditioning
Cedar Falls Heating & Air Conditioning recommends having your A/C unit inspected by a qualified service technician every 1-2 years.
No. Covering or wrapping the condensing unit only provides a warm place for mice to make a nest and chew on wires in the unit.
At the beginning of the cooling season, you can take a garden hose and wash the outside condensing unit down to help eliminate the possibility of seeds from trees, grass clippings, and other debris from getting caught in the unit. These things can prevent the unit from operating efficiently.
You should first check to see if your breaker is on for your air conditioner and your furnace. Also, replace the batteries in your thermostat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Furnaces
Yes. The furnace filter should be inspected/replaced monthly/quarterly depending on the size of your filter. If members of your family have spring or summer allergies, there are filters that can be purchased to help remove pollen and other allergens from being pulled into the house via the cooling system.
Cedar Falls Heating recommends having your furnace inspected once a year. It is a simple, low-cost way to ensure the comfort and safety of your home throughout the winter.
Filters should be inspected/replaced every month/quarterly depending on the size of your filter. It’s important to remember that dirty air filters are the most common cause of inadequate heating performance.
Check the intake pipe located outside of the house. There may be ice or a nest restricting the airflow from outside the house into the furnace. Do your best to clear this pipe from any obstructions.
You should first check to see if your breaker is on. Also, replace the batteries in your thermostat.