Air Handlers
When you think of your home heating and cooling system, you probably think of the furnace, heat pump or air conditioning unit you spent so much time researching and evaluating. But one thing you may not realize is that none of these home heating and cooling units would work without the aid of an air handler to distribute the heated or cooled air that they generate.
Once you realize how vital the air handler is to the entire system, it’s easy to see why the type of air handler you purchase is so important. Most air handlers share the same basic components, but there are some that are better than others at getting the job done. You should also take into account the fact that some types of air handlers will work better than others with the particular heating and cooling systems.
Because there are so many factors to consider when you’re picking out an air handler for your home, you should seek the advice of an experienced professional. ACI Northwest has just the expertise in this area because we’ve been installing air handlers in Coeur d’Alene and Spokane area homes for years.
If you want you and your family to stay healthy, and cut back on maintenance bills than remember to service your air handler in Spokane. This can be done by a professional at ACI Northwest, or homeowners can do it themselves. Air filters can be pulled out and washed or replaced quickly, but remember to reinstall it correctly or air will not move through it correctly.
Air Flow Management
As their name implies, air handlers are in manage the flow of air throughout your home. They’re connected to your ductwork and to your heat pump or air conditioner so they can effectively distribute the heated and cooled air coming into your home and move older air that has already made the rounds back out of the house.
Air Handler Components
To get the job done, your air handler makes use of several different components, including a blower or fan, air filters and a mixing chamber. It is in this mixing chamber that outdoor air can be introduced to the household ventilation system to maintain a constant supply of fresh air without allowing contaminants in.
Many air handlers also include a humidifier of some sort to keep heated air from getting too dry in the winter, and some sort of heat recovery device that minimizes the loss of heat as fresh, outdoor air is brought in and indoor air is vented. These features are not necessarily standard, but they do add a lot to your system and are certainly items you should look for when selecting your air handler.
Air Handler Installation, Maintenance & Repair
Because an air handler needs to be fully integrated with every other component of your home comfort system in order to work properly, it’s important that you have it put in by an experienced professional. Improper installation can lead to all sorts of complications down the line, and knowing what you pay for your home comfort products, you want to know they’re being installed correctly so they can operate as intended for as long as possible.
The Spokane and Coeur d’Alene area air handler experts at ACI Northwest know just how vital an air handler is to maintaining a comfortable living environment in your home and we have the tools and expertise to install them right the first time. And in order to keep your air handler operating at peak performance and efficiency, we offer complete maintenance services as well. Keeping up with regular maintenance on all parts of your home comfort system is the best way to ensure that it keeps working well for many years to come.
Of course, no matter how well you maintain your system, there’s a very good chance that you’ll need to call for repairs at some point, and when you do, we’ll be there. Call us today to learn more about all of the great air handler products and services we offer.
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