It is amazing how you could be a homeowner for several years like I am, and still learn new things about taking proper care of your home.
I used to consider myself fairly knowledgeable when it came to HVAC care.
I’m not talking about HVAC professional level knowledge of equipment, but enough to take proper care of the heater and the air conditioner. Things like A/C tune ups and air filter replacements I completely understand. However, I guess there are some things that I still need to learn about, such as air duct cleaning. My last appointment with a HVAC technician made me aware of this, when he actually asked about my ductwork. I had complained about my home being heated unevenly, and the A/C specialist was suspecting it was a ductwork issue. He then told me about ductwork cleanings, and it was then I realized I have never once had my air ducts cleaned. I immediately had an appointment scheduled for ductwork cleaning. It actually took a whole team of heating and A/C specialists to clean out my ductwork, and one of them noticed a few holes that were probably the cause of the uneven heating and cooling. So after ductwork sealing and cleaning, my home felt fresher and better than ever. I am so glad that the cooling specialist asked about my ductwork now. You learn something new every day, and I learned that it is important to take care of your ductwork. I have a feeling that air duct cleaning is going to be a part of my HVAC maintenance schedule.