There are various home components that contribute to the total cost of your monthly bills. Two of the largest factors are your home's insulation and your HVAC system. According to the United States Department of Energy, staying on top of proper maintenance on your home's HVAC system and insulation can lower your energy bills by 30%. HVAC contractors can help with this goal, but they can also provide plenty of other important services. Here are a few other features you can expect HVAC services to include.

Air Conditioning Services

If you own a home, then you can hire professional air conditioner contracting companies to install a wide variety of different air conditioner types. Air conditioners are a popular form of interior temperature control in homes because they allow you to cool your home based on your preferences. According to the Air Condition Contractors of America (ACCA), 64% of primary occupied homes in the United States, approximately 76 million homes, use central air-conditioning equipment.

Air conditioner contracting companies typically offer air conditioner repair, maintenance, and installation. Any time you notice odd signs or behaviors from your air conditioner, you should reach out to experts for assistance. If you avoid addressing these signs when they arise, they can lead to worsening problems or the need to have your existing system to be replaced entirely.

Heating Services

HVAC contractors can also assist homeowners with keeping their homes warm. These contractors usually offer repair, maintenance, and installation services for home heating systems. These services can apply not just to a standard heater or furnace but to heat pumps as well. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, there are three primary kinds of heat pumps connected by ducts: air-to-air, water source, and geothermal. Many HVAC contractors can service these systems just as well as they can service standard heaters.

Air Filtration Services

Many HVAC systems provide air filtration features. However, there are still other methods of air filtration to use in your home. Options range from stand-alone models to be used in single rooms to whole-house air filtration systems. According to This Old House, these systems usually reduce several forms of contaminants, including dirt, viruses, bacteria, debris, dust mites, and more. Some air conditioner contracting companies offer maintenance and installation services for these air filtration systems, so be sure to review their website or call to confirm these services are offered.

Duct Services

Both heating and cooling systems use ducts to circulate air throughout your home. When your ducts aren't properly maintained, this can cause significant issues. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, around 20% of air conditioning is lost just by moving through your home's duct system.

When your ducts have gaps or cracks, you can expect to lose even more cooling or heating energy. Furthermore, this energy loss can be reflected in your bills from your systems expending more energy to achieve the same results. Air conditioner contracting companies or HVAC contractors can inspect and repair your ducts. If you notice higher energy bills than usual, it's a good idea to reach out to professionals for help in case the condition of your ducts is causing energy loss.

Thermostat Services

For many homeowners, their primary way of interacting with their HVAC system is through their thermostats. Oftentimes, it can be difficult to even notice issues with the thermostat until they've become especially problematic. Similarly to a poorly maintained duct system, a malfunctioning thermostat can result in energy loss and higher energy costs.

Your thermostat should always be able to read the temperature in your home accurately and respond accordingly based on the settings you've chosen. If you notice this isn't the case, or your thermostat isn't properly following the minimum and maximum set temperatures, then you should seek assistance immediately from a professional HVAC service provider. Otherwise, the problems these signs point to may only become worse over time.

HVAC systems are an important part of modern American life. If you notice any issues with your HVAC system or you're interested in having a new one installed, then you should contact professionals as soon as possible. Contact Joe Hurley Inc today to learn more about our services. We look forward to hearing from you and lending a hand.