Living in Central Kentucky, we sometimes have our fair share of ice, snow and windstorms. These can over time have an adverse affect on our homes, including our HVAC system. Luckily there are steps you can take to protect your home from damage that can be caused by winter conditions. Here are a few tips to protect your HVAC system from snow, ice and winter weather.

Gas Boilers and Furnaces

If your home uses a gas furnace, you want to make sure the exhaust and intake pipes are protected from snow accumulation. If snow accumulates, it will eventually melt and possibly refreeze. If these pipes cover in ice, they can shut down your furnace.

Water damage from melting snow can also reek havoc on your furnace or broiler’s valves and controls. Corrosion can cause your controls to become unreliable, even when the device appears dry on the outside. If you’re concerned your HVAC system may have some problems, it’s best to have a professional HVAC company take a look before the problem escalates.

Heat Pumps

When snow and ice melt on your roof, it often causes water to drip onto your heat pump. This can result in ice forming on your heat pump and fan blades. If this happens, it will cause your system to vibrate and a refrigeration leak is often the result. When you’re examining your unit, remember frost is normal but ice is not and can damage your unit or cause unnecessary energy loss.

Winter HVAC Maintenance

Protecting your HVAC system from snow, ice and winter weather usually requires you to increase the regular and preventative maintenance you do on your HVAC system. Because the unit is running non-stop, you will need to change the air filters more often. If you notice your HVAC system struggling to keep up and not working like it should this winter, you could just have a clogged filter.

Protect Your HVAC System From Snow, Ice and Winter Weather

ADA Heating and Air can help you keep your HVAC system running smoothly all winter long. For regular maintenance, inspections, and repairs you can depend on the professional experts at ADA Heating and Air. Call Today!