The idea of “insufficient heat” in Florida may seem like a strange one, but during the winter months the evenings can get quite cold. You know that it’s important to have a reliable heater to keep you warm during these times. Most heaters on the market today are dependable and durable, and should provide you the level of heat you need to stay comfortable.
Sometimes, however, you may find that your heater isn’t doing its job as fully as it should. If you discover that your heating in Cocoa, FL is insufficient, it may indicate that you need to schedule repairs for it. If you let the problem go, it will most likely grow worse; you could even face a full breakdown.
Here are three causes that our technicians at Next Generation Air & Heat Inc. often find for insufficient heating:
- Thermostat problems: A deceptively small component of your heating system, the thermostat is the switch that controls when the heater comes on and off. If it malfunctions, it could start turning your heater off before it can sufficiently warm your house. This could arise from miscalibration or electrical wiring problems. Fortunately, it is easy for technicians to repair most thermostat troubles with only minimal disruptions.
- Breaks in ductwork: If you use a furnace or a heat pump, you require ductwork to distribute the warm air. If these ducts develop breaks (from corrosion or construction damage), the air pressure and heat will begin to escape, and lead to a drop in your heating levels.
- Broken heating elements: This applies to electric furnaces, which use an array of heating elements containing wire coils to transfer heat to the air. The more heating the thermostat requires, the more heating elements will come on. If one or more of these elements malfunctions and stops working, the heater will begin losing its effectiveness.
- Leaking refrigerant: This affects heat pumps, which use a chemical called refrigerant to move heat from outside to the inside. If refrigerant begins to leak, it will impair the heat exchange, and the heat pump will struggle to bring you sufficient heat.
Most of these issues will require professionals to repair them. Don’t try to fix the problems yourself, since you risk causing further damage to the components—and there may be risk to yourself if you are dealing with high voltages or natural gas. Instead of taking the risks, call up your efficiency experts at Next Generation Air & Heat Inc. We have technicians available around the clock, every day of the year, to make sure your home heating in Cocoa, FL keeps working for you.
