F.A.Q.
- Question: Every year when I turn on my furnace, there is an odor for the first few uses. Why?
- Question: How often should I replace my heaters filter?
- Question: What can I do to problem solve a broken HVAC system before I make a service call?
- Question: What are the best ways to save money on my energy bills?
- Question: What controls the overall comfort levels in my home?
- Question: When do I know when I should repair my system or when it is time to replace it?
Answer: During the warm months, dust builds up in your furnace. The smell is simply the dust being blown through the system. It should stop after a few days.
Answer: At least twice a year when switching from heating to cooling and vice versa. In many cases, you should change your filter more often. Take your filter out once a month and hold it up to the light. When the light is obscured by the dust build up, its time for a change.
Answer:
There are several things that can be done-
- Check your thermostat settings: It is a simple mistake, but many people accidentally leave the switch on heat when they want it air conditioning or cool when they want heat. This should be the first thing you check.
- Check all disconnect switches and make sure the circuit breaker is switched on.
- Check the emergency switch: It will be located by your furnace. Make sure this red switch is turned on.
- Check the air flow: make sure all vents and return grill are open and unobstructed.
Answer: That is a complicated question and depends on how much money you are willing to invest in your home. The cheapest method is regular maintenance and checkups. These yearly check ups make sure your current system is running at its peak performance.
The age and efficiency of you system will also play a major role in your energy bill.
Upgrading to a new high efficiency unit can greatly reduce your bills. Although there is a high upfront cost it will pay off over time. In addition to the lower bills you will also be contributing to a greener America.
The age and condition of your home also affects your energy bills. At Morris Energy solutions we like to offer a whole house solution. In many cases high bills are combinations of systems that are outdated or in need of service and old windows. It doesn’t matter how efficient your furnace is if you have older leaky windows. The also is same for having new triple pane windows with an old inefficient furnace.
Answer: There are four main factors that control you comfort in your home.
- Air Quality
- Temperature
- Humidity
- System control
The indoor air quality in most homes in America is actually worse then the outdoor air quality. Allergens, cigarette smoke, mold, skin flakes, chemical fumes, radon gas and others can greatly reduce the air quality. This combined with stale air can cause people discomfort. Morris energy solutions can improve the air quality with duct cleaning, air cleaners, and ventilators.
A homes temperature is the most noticeable factor in causing discomfort. Having a heater and air conditioner that are the can keep your house at the desired temperature it vital.
Humidity control is an important but often forgotten step to keeping your home comfortable. In the winter a whole house humidifier can keep your cloths static free and you skin refreshed. In the summer a good AC unit can keep the humidity levels low and comfortable.
System controls are the key to keeping an entire house comfortable. In traditional systems one or two thermostats regulate an entire house leaving hot and cold zones in other rooms and making it less comfortable as well as less efficient. New systems with zoning control and comfort schedules can not only make your house more comfortable but can lower your energy bills by up to 30%.
Answer: It depends on how old the system is. Also consider how much you could save by upgrading.
If your current system is older and near the end of its life expectancy then simply fixing each little problem is just prolonging the inevitable and could cost you more money, time and frustration then it’s worth. By upgrading to a new system you not only save money (for systems older then 1980 the savings could be up to 60%) but you then know that you have a reliable unit.