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Avon Heating Tip: 3 Common Boiler Problems

Monday, December 10th, 2012

If you think you may need a Avon heating repair for your boiler, it’s good to know some of the more common problems that can arise. Here at Westland Heating and Air Conditioning, we’ve listed three of the more common boiler problems, the causes, and what to do about them.

No Power

If your boiler has shut down, first check the emergency fuel switch. Sometimes this can get tuned of accidentally, or maybe it wasn’t turned back on after a service. Next, check the controls and pressure gauge to ensure that both are on the correct settings. Consult your owner’s manual if you aren’t sure how to check these. Lastly, check the fuse box for a blown fuse. Call a repair technician if none of these tips work.

Faulty Thermostat

Once you have checked to make sure you have power and that there are no blown fuses are blown, check your thermostat to ensure that it is on the right settings. If that checks out, turn it up a few degrees to see if it just needed to be turned up a little. If that doesn’t work, call a technician. You could have a faulty thermostat or a larger issue.

Clogged Pipes

Every boiler system has a series of pipes that run from your boiler unit to the hydronic radiant system, whether you heat with baseboards or radiant flooring. When there’s a clog, your boiler may not be providing an adequate amount of heat, or no heat all. This could be caused from sediment that hasn’t been flushed, and a technician will need to remedy the situation.

Call Westland Heating and Air Conditioning for all your Avon heating repair needs. We repair all makes and models of boilers throughout the service area, so call us any time for quality repair service!

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Going Tankless: Benefits of An On-Demand Water Heater in Your Avon Home

Monday, October 15th, 2012

Is your old water heater costing too much to operate or failing to provide your home with an ample hot water supply? When you’re ready for a new or replacement water heater installation you may want to consider going tankless. Tankless on-demand water heaters, with proper installation and sizing, can provide effective hot water service to your Avon home while offering many benefits that standard tank-style water heaters do not.

Less Energy Loss

Because storage tank water heaters must continually heat a water reservoir they are prone to what is called “standby energy loss.” The water they store needs to be ready for use, so storage tank heaters constantly heat that stored water to maintain its temperature. Tankless on-demand water heaters, on the other hand, do not store water this way. When a faucet is turned on the water feeds through the heater and is heated on demand. Only the necessary amount of water is heated, and because none is stored no energy is used to maintain temperatures. This improves energy efficiency and can help to save you money.

Take Up Less Space

The design of tankless on-demand water heaters means that they take up less room, making them ideal for homes without the space for a storage tank water heater. Their relatively small design allows for the possibility of multiple tankless water heater installations as well. If your home has many residents and high hot water demands you can supply hot water to different areas of your home with different tankless heaters. That way overtaxing the heater is not a concern.

Improve Water Quality

Because tank-style hot water heaters store a constant reserve of water it is possible for rust and scale to build up within the tank. This problem is of course eliminated with the elimination of the water tank.  There’s no way for sediment to build up.

We hope that this information has been helpful in making your decision about whether a tankless on-demand water heater is right for your Avon home. Call Westland Heating and Air Conditioning today with any questions you may still have. We have the answers you need to make the right water heater decision for your home.

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North Ridgeville AC Guide: Understanding the Working of Cooling Towers

Monday, September 10th, 2012

The primary function of cooling towers is the removal of heat from manufacturing and production processes. A cooling tower can work on simple principles of air conditioning or it could involve more complex processes such as those used in chemical plants, oil refineries or power plants in North Ridgeville .

The size of a cooling tower is determined by the size of the process for which it is being used. While some cooling towers can be found in the form of small chimney-like structures, others can be the size of an entire office building. Regardless of their size, however, these structures are used to cool water and return it to an HVAC or related system for further use which saves a lot of energy as well as time and money.

During the removal of heat, cooling towers either use air or the process of evaporation. When heat is removed using evaporation, the process of wet-bulb air temperature is used to measure the temperature of the air.  On the other hand, when the temperature is taken by exposing water to cooler air, it is known as dry-bulb. Most of these cooling towers operate in pairs so if one system fails, the other one can take over.

Cooling Using Air

When air is used to cool the water in cooling towers, the water is directed towards the top of the tower. It is then made to follow a path that leads it to flow down in the form of droplets. When this happens, cool air is blown upwards against the water droplets. As the air passes these droplets, the temperature of the water drops and it is then returned to the bottom to be used further in the production process.

Cooling Using Evaporation

When water is heated, it turns into vapor, rises up, cools and comes back down again as a liquid. This process is based on the natural phenomena of evaporation and condensation. The contrast of temperature between the water and the air is what determines the efficacy of this process.

The larger the temperature gradient, the more efficient the process of cooling is. This is why humid regions are not great for this kind of cooling. While these processes can be either open circuit or closed circuit, many systems use both these types of circuits to maximize effectiveness. For more information about cooling towers or commercial HVAC in North Ridgeville, give Westland Heating and Air Conditioning a call today!

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Avon Heating and AC Guide: Maintenance Really Does Save Money

Tuesday, September 4th, 2012

There is no better way to ensure your Avon heating and cooling system works optimally than to ensure they get proper annual maintenance. People generally do not realize the value of opting for maintenance contracts, especially if they have just purchased new systems. Remember however that a small fee paid annually can save you a lot of money in the long run.

There are many advantages of regular maintenance of your heating and cooling systems.

Advantage #1

When a technician visits to perform maintenance of your heating or cooling system, he checks whether all parts of the system are working well and also checks for any sign of wear and tear. He will replace any part that needs it, and he’ll also repair any malfunctioning parts to ensure that there is no unexpected breakdown in the coming months.

Advantage #2

You will spend much less on repairs or part replacement in the long run if you catch the problems early. If one of the parts of your heating or cooling system stops functioning, the entire system may continue to work. However the other parts will have to work overtime to compensate for the malfunctioning part and this leads to excessive wear and tear.

Advantage #3

Getting professional tune ups on a regular basis will also ensure that your system works at optimum energy efficiency. Even the best performing new units lose efficiency, and over a period of time this could result in costlier energy bills.

Advantage #4

You can be sure of paying less on energy each month if you opt for a regular annual maintenance package. No matter how old or new your heating and cooling system is, it is never too late to start. A regular tune up and thorough cleaning will definitely lead to reduced energy bills and optimum functioning of the system.

Extend the life of your Avon heating and air conditioning system through annual maintenance that will give you more for your money. Systems maintained by professionals on a regular basis can even perform well beyond their lifetime in some situations. Just for a minimum annual maintenance amount, you can be assured of long-term, efficient performance of your system.  To schedule an appointment or to learn more about our Ultimate Service Agreement Plan, call Westland Heating and Air Conditioning!

 

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Air Conditioner Fins: Everything You Need To Know For Your Avon AC System

Monday, August 13th, 2012

What Are Air Conditioner Fins?

There are two types of air conditioner fins: condenser fins and evaporator fins.  Each performs a similar job of allowing air to flow smoothly through and out of an air conditioner, while each does this in a unique way.

Compressor fins are located on the outdoor portion of an air conditioner near the compressor is something that looks like a grill with metal fins all along it.  These air conditioner fins are a part of the condenser that assists heat in moving away from the air conditioner so that the heat disperses more quickly.

Evaporator fins are located on the evaporator and as it extracts heat from the air the metal fins help with the thermal energy exchange process that occurs with the surrounding air.  Air is blown across the evaporator fins where it is cooled and then sent from the air conditioner through ducts and vents and into various rooms.

AC Fins: What to Do With Bent or Clogged Condenser and Evaporator Fins

Because they are so delicate, AC fins whether condenser fins or evaporator fins can bend easily.  With normal use air conditioner fins can also get clogged with dirt and debris.  When condenser fins or evaporator fins are bent or when they get clogged it causes a major restriction in air flow that would usually pass through the air conditioning system, which means a decrease in efficiency for the entire AC.  When an AC has to work harder to create the cooled air because of less air flow, it can mean higher utility costs and an air conditioning system that will wear out more quickly because of overuse.

As air conditioning specialists in Avon, Westland Heating and Air Conditioning can provide you with the AC fin solutions you need such as handling clogged air conditioner fins and fixing bent AC fins.  Contact us today and get your air conditioning system back up and working efficiently once again with our quality AC repair services.

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