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Using and Maintaining HVAC Systems in Rental Properties

Hi, my name is Eldine. Over the years, I have managed multiple rental properties, and I have faced the challenge of having renters who do not always tell me about problems. Because of that, I have learned how to write leases so that I can come into the property to check the HVAC system as needed, and I have also figured out how to pick the systems that are easiest for renters to use and maintain. If you own rental properties or if you are just curious about HVAC in general, you have come to the right place. In these posts, you will learn everything about HVAC systems for single-family home rentals as well as for multi-family residences. Please explore and enjoy reading!

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3 Things To Know About Getting A New Furnace
Do you heat your home with a furnace? If so, how did your furnace hold up during the most recent winter season? If your home did not stay as warm as you wanted it to, you should consider getting a new furnace before winter rolls around again. To help guide you in this process, here are three things to know about getting a new furnace. 1. Know When It's Time to Get a New Furnace

Common Reasons Your Heat Pump Can't Keep Your House Warm
Your heat pump gets a lot of wear if you use it for both heating and air conditioning. That means parts might wear out due to age or other reasons. While you reduce the risk of a breakdown with regular maintenance, your heat pump might stop putting out enough warm air to keep you comfortable. Here are some reasons you could experience this heat pump problem and what a heating repair professional might do to fix your heater.

How a Heating Contractor Can Help You Prepare Your Home for Your New Puppy
If you are planning on bringing home a puppy sometime soon, you might need a little bit of help from your heating contractor. Even if this is not something that you have thought about calling to talk to about your family's new addition, you may find that your heating contractor can help you prepare your home for your new puppy in the following ways and more. Ensuring Everything Is "Puppy-Proof"

Air Conditioning Repair Guide To Help Troubleshoot Noises And Airflow Problems
If your AC has poor airflow, it can cause several issues. Some of the problems can be due to the blower or damaged ductwork. When the air conditioner has reduced airflow, it can cause it to run constantly. Therefore, you want to know issues that need troubleshooting before calling for repairs. The following information will help you with the air conditioning troubleshooting when your system makes noises and has poor airflow:

Tips For Getting AC Repair Work
When you're in need of air conditioner service, you should only work with skilled professionals who can give you the best possible work. HVAC contractors are professional and able to help you with some repairs that can keep you feeling comfortable and in control of your household. Since a lot of your energy bills go toward air conditioning use, you can consider diligent repairs a financial investment as well. The tips in this article will help you when you are looking to get AC repair service that counts.

3 Furnace Repair Issues That Should Never Be Ignored
A lack of time or lack of money are two common reasons homeowners postpone scheduling needed furnace repairs. While it may be possible to safely postpone some minor repair issues, such as having the system cleaned or adjusted, there are some signs of furnace problems that should never be ignored.  Homeowners who know that their home's furnace needs the attention of a repair technician but want to wait because of time or money constraints will want to pay close attention to the following information.

4 Signs You Need To Change Your Furnace Filter
It's never good to have a dusty, clogged air filter. However, with all the hustle and bustle of a busy home, replacing your air filter is an easy task to forget. Knowing what issues a clogged filter causes will help you figure out if the filter is the cause of your furnace woes.  Low Heat Output If your heater is running, but you're noticing colder air than usual coming from your vents, it's a sign that your filter is restricting airflow.

Five Reasons to Schedule Annual HVAC Maintenance
Regular maintenance of your HVAC system should be considered a necessity for every homeowner. Making sure to keep up with this simple routine maintenance task of a tune-up prolongs the life of your system and helps ensure a safer home. 1. Safety Issues Safety is the main reason to schedule annual maintenance. Your service tech will check the system for any damages or leaks that could pose an issue. Some types of damage, like a cracked heat exchanger, can release deadly carbon monoxide into your home so it is best to catch the problem before you turn on your furnace.

Handling A Furnace Malfunction
For many homes, the furnace will be a core component of the house's heating system. Yet, this is a component that can be at risk of failing during the course of the winter, and this can leave your home cold or experiencing other serious heating problems. Why Is The Furnace Failing To Turn Off? In addition to the risk of the furnace system suffering a failure that could stop it from producing heat, there can also be failures that prevent the heating system from stopping once the desired temperature is reached.

Reasons To Not Put Off Repairs
If you have issues going on with your HVAC system, then don't put off having the repairs done. There are many ways that putting off the repairs can cause some major issues for you that it's a very bad idea to procrastinate getting a technician out. Here are some examples of problems you can end up with.  Out of control electric bills  When you let your HVAC system continue working with issues, you can cause it to work much harder than it is supposed to, and the electric bills can become very high very quickly.