Are there some areas inside your home that are much colder than the others even when your heating system is running? Walking through these cold spots is annoying and uncomfortable. What’s more, these spots ultimately drive up your heating bills.
Here are the common causes of cold spots in your home along with the steps you can take to fix them:
Poor Insulation
Proper insulation is crucial for maximum heating efficiency. Heated air will leak from inside a poorly insulated room. Cool outdoor air will replace it.
Insulating your home can fix the temperature inconsistencies caused by air leakage. Have a professional insulate your entire home.
Wrong Thermostat Positioning
Thermostats control heating and cooling and read the temperature of the room where they’re located. If the thermostat is in a location that’s usually warmer than the rest of your home, such as your kitchen or a spot that’s exposed to direct sunlight, it won’t accurately read the temperature. As a result, your furnace won’t heat your home properly.
You can solve this problem by installing a wireless thermostat. It transmits signals through walls, floors, and ceilings with an operating range of up to 500 feet.
Incorrectly Sized Furnace
A furnace that’s too small or too big for your home won’t heat your rooms and hallways consistently. Some areas won’t get enough heat whereas others will get too much heat.
You’ll need to contact an HVAC professional to assist you in determining the correct system size for your home’s square footage.
Leaky Air Ducts
If your ductwork is significantly leaking, heated air may not reach every room. Some of the air will escape through the leaks and cracks. You may, therefore, have some rooms that are perfectly comfortable whereas others are freezing.
Have a professional inspect and seal your ductwork.
You should feel warm and comfortable throughout your home in the winter. Make sure you take the necessary steps to fix those frosty areas. If you need help with solving cold spots in the Dayton area, don’t hesitate to contact us at Ace Hardware Home Services.
Our goal is to help educate our customers in Dayton, Ohio about energy and home comfort issues (specific to HVAC systems).
