Understanding Your HVAC System

When maintaining your HVAC system, you may find yourself wondering how it all works. Getting a good understanding of your HVAC system can be beneficial for your house’s upkeep. You’ll learn how to spot little issues before they require wallet-busting repairs.

If you’re confused about what the difference is between your air conditioning system and your HVAC system, then allow the experts at Brody Pennell Heating & Air Conditioning to explain everything you need to know.

How Does Your HVAC System Work?

HVAC stands for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning. Your HVAC system is the combination of everything you need to keep your home temperature controlled, from air circulation to humidity control and heat pumping. The HVAC system has three major components, which include:

1. Ventilation System: Proper ductwork is required to efficiently transfer cool and warm air throughout your home. Your system is capable of cooling multiple rooms, depending on how effectively it’s laid out.
2. Air Conditioning System: This provides cold air, via refrigerant and a compressor, paired with working fans. If your ventilation system is clean, your air conditioner helps your home stay nice and cool.
3. Heating System: If you have a clean ductwork system, your heating system kicks on when the thermostat tells your HVAC system that it’s too cold. If you have too much dust in your ductwork, your heating system may become dangerous; be sure to clean your ducts from time to time!

Concerning the rest of your HVAC system, there are multiple parts that help it work, bringing all three components together. These individual parts include:

• Furnace or Heat Pump: Depending on your heating system, you’ll either have a burning fuel furnace or a heat pump that extracts hot air from the ground or outside to warm your home.
• Thermostat System: Whether you have an automatic programmable thermostat or a standard one, this component acts as the central hub of your air conditioner and heater. When you set the temperature, all parts of your HVAC system work in tandem to get your home to that temperature.
• Air Conditioner: Your air conditioner removes not just the heat, but humidity, too (if you have a two-stage system).
• Blower Fans: Blower fans are responsible for moving warm and cool air throughout your home.
• Vents: Cool and warm air requires a pathway clear of debris and dust to move around your home. If your vents are blocked or dirty, your HVAC system’s efficiency will decrease.
• Humidifier/Dehumidifier: Some HVAC systems come with functions that help maintain the moisture in the air or remove it as needed. This can be helpful for dry winters and wet, humid summers.

Work With Brody Pennell Heating & Air Conditioning

Now that you know how your HVAC system works, why not leave the rest of your HVAC questions to the experts at Brody Pennell Heating & Air Conditioning? We have everything you need for HVAC repairs, or even replacements if you want to upgrade your home with more precise temperature control. 

To work with us for a better HVAC system, call Brody Pennell Heating & Air Conditioning at 310-810-2721.