Heating System Repairs in Charleston, SC
At the time of this post, temperatures in Charleston, SC area are at their lowest (typically as low as 38°F in January and 43°F in February). If your heating system is not operating optimally, you are feeling the effects in your home. Perhaps the issue is even more noticeable as most families are spending more time indoors. Ensuring your home is safe and comfortable is a top priority, and we are here to help. In today’s post, we’re covering types of heating systems and signs your heating system is in need of repair. The team at East Cooper Heating and Air is ready to provide heating system repairs in Charleston, SC.
Heating Systems Snapshot
The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) provides a helpful look at various heating systems including furnaces, boilers and heat pumps. ACEEE describes furnaces: “A furnace works by blowing heated air through ducts that deliver the warm air to rooms throughout the house via air registers or grills.” These systems are powered by electricity, natural gas or fuel oil. Boilers “distribute the heat in hot water, which gives up heat as it passes through radiators or other devices in rooms throughout the house.” In most homes, boilers use natural gas or heating oil. Heat pumps are described as “two-way air conditioners … scavenging heat from the cold outdoors with the help of an electrical system, and discharging that heat inside the house.” There are also state-of-the-art heating systems, such as radiant floor heat, ductless heat pumps and combined heat and power (CHP).
Signs Your Heating System Needs Attention
● Smell: The Carrier website describes normal dust burn off as “a light burning smell that should dissipate relatively quickly.” They share a list of odors that are cause for concern: electrical, metallic or plastic burning smell, musty/moldy/locker room smell, and rotten eggs/sulfur (vacate the premises and contact the gas company right away as this may signal a gas leak).
● Sound: The Spruce cautions homeowners to take notice of any sounds their HVAC system is making. Noises listed include scraping, thumping, humming, squealing, banging and rumbling. They recommend calling a professional and turning off the power and gas to your system.
● Cost: Bob Vila warns readers about the link between rising energy bills and a furnace in need of repair (also note the reminder about changing filters).
Our Charleston, SC heating repair services include:
● Furnace Repairs
● Heat Pump Repairs
● Heating Repairs
● HVAC Repairs
● Boiler Repairs
● And more
Emergency Heating Repairs
Should your system fail outside of normal business hours, East Cooper Heating & Air specializes in emergency HVAC repair. There are many instances where emergency service is needed, especially when young children, the elderly, the medically fragile and pets are involved. When temperatures are frigid, getting your system back in working order is our main focus.
We’re Here to Help
Do you have concerns about heating system repairs in Charleston, SC? We are here to help. The East Cooper Heating & Air team is committed to its employees, customers and communities. We are taking proper measures to ensure the safety of our team members and our customers. Let’s work together to keep you and your family comfortable. Contact us today to get started; give us a call at (843) 375-6592 or fill out our online request form.
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