As heating and cooling equipment technology advances and becomes more complex, the many dangers of do-it-yourself HVAC work have become more apparent. Not only can you hurt yourself, but you could cause expensive damage to your system. When it comes to issues with your Atlanta home’s HVAC system, you should never attempt to address a problem yourself. For a variety of reasons, scheduling an appointment with a professional is a smart choice.
Electrocution Hazard
Your home’s HVAC system and your home’s electrical system are connected to one another. You might feel confident with your basic electrical skills. However, a lack of experience can lead to electrocution when attempting to work on a heating or cooling unit. Even if you’ve successfully shut off power to the house, you could damage the unit, leading to an electrocution hazard down the road.
Fire Hazard
Inexperienced HVAC service has the potential to create a fire hazard. For example, you may accidentally puncture a wire without realizing what you’ve done. You could also adjust the system in such a way that the unit starts to draw a dangerous amount of energy through it. You may even cause a fire to begin while you’re doing the work, especially if you’ve failed to shut off power to the house.
Explosion Risk
Professionals know the proper protocols to take to avoid catastrophic explosions. These explosions can happen without warning. For example, you may not smell a gas leak with enough time to evacuate the house before an explosion occurs.
Improved Indoor Air Quality
Our experienced team can help address any indoor air quality concerns that you may be dealing with. Particulate matter such as dust, dust mites, pollen, pet dander, mold spores, and volatile organic compounds can increase your risk of allergies and respiratory issues. Professional repairs can address any issues with your HVAC system that may be decreasing your indoor air quality, such as dirty interior components, clogged filters, damaged ductwork, etc. We can also make recommendations for whole-house filtration equipment that can address indoor air quality concerns.
The Role of Expert Knowledge
HVAC professionals are experts in their fields. Our team of experts knows how to handle problems with heaters, air conditioners, and other components of your home’s HVAC system. Experience in the field, coupled with a robust understanding of the systems, allows them to complete the work correctly the first time around.
Preventing Further Damage to the System
In addition to injuring yourself, attempting to perform work on an HVAC system by yourself could lead to further damage to your equipment. You might damage an external or internal component, thereby making the initial problem worse or creating an entirely separate issue. You may not even realize you’ve damaged the heating or cooling unit. This can lead to ongoing service calls to diagnose an issue.
Proper Equipment and Parts
You are unlikely to have the proper equipment and parts to perform the work that needs to be done. Our team will bring the correct tools and will be able to make sure that the new parts are compatible with your system. Many of these parts come with a warranty from the manufacturer when installed by a professional.
The Root of the Issue
If you do the work yourself, you might patch up the problem temporarily. A professional repair team can figure out exactly what’s going on with your HVAC system and offer recommendations for preventing the same issue from happening again.
Work Done to Code
Many homeowners aren’t aware of the local legislation governing residential HVAC systems. Even if you know that these rules exist, you’re unlikely to have the expertise to ensure that your work will allow the system to adhere to these requirements. Failure to perform work up to code is a serious issue. Work that fails to meet the code is a threat to the safety of your family and yourself. If you put your house on the market, you could have a difficult time selling the property.
Reduced Costs
Some homeowners are tempted to tackle HVAC work by themselves because they believe doing so will come at a lower cost than hiring a professional. Although you might initially save money, you’re unlikely to see savings in the long term. If the do-it-yourself work leads to a fire or other damage, you’ll have to deal with those costs. Furthermore, work performed by an untrained individual will likely have to be redone by a professional in the future.
Efficient Repairs
Attempting to repair your HVAC system yourself can waste time. There’s a high probability that the work will take you much longer to do than it would take a professional. Hiring an HVAC expert means that you can get your home back to a more comfortable condition quickly.
Recommended Upgrades
Hiring professionals gives us a chance to look at your home’s HVAC system to see if repairs or other upgrades are necessary. The inspection might reveal that an air conditioner is consuming an excessive amount of energy. You could learn about newer models, smart systems, and zone cooling, all of which are options that can help lower your monthly bills and improve the general functioning of the unit. Without professional service, you won’t have access to these options.
Warranty Maintenance
Trying to complete work on an HVAC system yourself can lead to the voiding of the unit’s warranty. The warranty may specifically state that work on the system can be performed by professionals or even only by a certain company.
Future Assistance
Leaving the work to the professionals also means you’ll have experts whom you can trust for future repairs and replacements. For example, the team can review your file to see what work was done in the past. This action informs future projects and lets the professionals know about any issues they might encounter. This can also increase the efficiency of repairs and maintenance. An ongoing service agreement can save you money and time.
Don’t risk your safety or the value of your home by trying to repair HVAC issues yourself. Contact Precision Heating & Air in Dallas, GA to do the work for you. We can diagnose the problem with your home’s heating or cooling system and offer personalized solutions.
We offer a full range of heating and cooling services, including repair, installation, and maintenance. Our team can also work on gas furnaces and heat pumps. No matter what day or what time of the day you need us, we’re there for you with our emergency services. Check out our other areas of specialization too, such as duct cleaning and the installation of tankless water heaters.
You can sign up for a financing program or get tax credits and rebates on much of the work that we provide. We serve both residential and commercial clients in many communities, such as Powder Springs, Johns Creek, and Kennesaw in the greater Atlanta area. To schedule maintenance or service for your home’s HVAC system, contact Precision Heating & Air today.
