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Condensing And Conventional Furnaces

Condensing And Conventional Furnaces – Today’s guest blog is by Torreys Peak Mechanical. The opinions expressed by the author in this and all guest blogs are not necessarily those of Gainesville Restoration and Remodeling.

Condensing And Conventional Furnaces

Condensing And Conventional Furnaces

The conventional gas furnace is a square box like an appliance that intakes the cold air and cleans it using the air filter. Then gas burner in the furnace heats it up by using a heat exchanger made of steel. This warm air is then distributed by the furnace with the blower motor through the ductwork. The rooms of the home are cooled down by the heated air and this air then returns to a furnace through the returns ductwork and air grills. The cold air returning enters back into the furnace through an air filter and completes the next heating loop. Efficiency is measured in AFUF and may differ from model to model. In many furnaces, a return air ductwork or humidifier is mounted on them.

Condensing furnaces with high efficiency (90% or above AFUE) are a little more complex than the conventional furnaces. The heat exchanger technology is the main difference between condense and conventional furnace. The heat exchanger is used for extracting the heat from the combustion process. Combustion gases are exhausted in this method. Furnaces are a lot different in these regards. The combustion process in conventional furnaces is more efficient than the condensing furnaces. Bas burners with the electronic ignition are used in both conventional and condensing furnace. But the difference is that the heat extraction process after combustion is efficient more in the condensing furnace.

Condensing And Conventional Furnaces

Changing The Furnace Filter

Changing the furnace filter just once a year shortens the lifespan of the furnace. Furnace filter, depending upon the filter type used, should be checked monthly and change it often monthly. To determine whether the filter is dirty, remove it and hold up to the light. If no light passes then filter need to be changed. By changing the filter regularly, avoids many pricey repairs. Not changing the filter causes the airflow is in furnace does not pass through it properly. As a result, it becomes overheated and shut down. Similarly, an air conditioner shut down due to a dirty filter as the coils of furnace freeze up due to inadequate airflow. Both situations stress the furnace system.

Condensing And Conventional Furnaces

For the protection from the dirt, filters are designed for the blower motor. To buy the filter for this purpose, the task can be done by a low-cost glass fiber filter. To decrease the airborne dust in homes then the disposable standard pleated filter can be used but that cost a little more. And to remove more small particles, a reasonable filter with electrostatically charged fiber can be installed. A 4-inch thick mechanical filter system plate involves ductwork or electrical changes by cooling/heating contractors. This filter cost more but last longer and eliminate more particles. Whatever filter is used, just make sure the filter is reinstalled correctly. The arrow on a filter edge should point toward the blower motor. If it is placed backward the efficiency of the filter is decreased.

Condensing And Conventional Furnaces

A furnace maintained improperly can unexpectedly break down and cost more time and money. Frequent tune-ups help in identifying the potential problems before these breakdowns become costly. Furnace repair and maintenance is also important in the context of safety and health protection. Don’t get stuck in cold and get improperly working or broken furnace fixed fast by calling Gainesville Restoration and Remodeling. Their professional technicians are well trained in repairing all models and makes.

Roofing Problems

Roofing Problems – Be aware of these Common Roofing Problems. No one plans for roofing problems and they always seem to happen at the worst possible time. Making proper roof repairs before the problems get worse can save you money in the long run; as roofing repairs can become more expensive if repairs are put off.

Roofing Problems

Roofing Problems

Here are some common roofing problems you should be aware of:

Missing or damaged shingles – If you notice dark, patchy areas on your roof, this is usually a sign of damaged or missing roof shingles. This can be due to many different things including weather damage such as wind and rain, small animals running across your roof or just old worn out roofing materials. What usually happens is the sealant under the shingle fails due to weather exposure, animals or just old age. Once they become old and brittle, the shingles will loosen and fall off leaving these dark patchy areas.

Water Spots – Most people are not aware they have a roof leak until they notice water spots on the ceiling or walls. Once these water spots are noticeable the roof leak has already reached the advanced stage. Even though you may see water leaks in one part of your home’s ceiling or walls, the source of the leak is most likely in a different area of the roof. This is because Water typically travels along your roof panels before dripping onto your insulation, and then on your ceiling or down your walls. Since it may be difficult to determine exactly where the leak is; it’s always best to schedule a roof inspection with a roofing professional to be sure.

 

Roofing Problems

Worn Out Shingles – If you start noticing an excessive amount of roofing granules from your shingles on the ground by the downspout, this could be a sign it’s time to replace your shingles. These shedding granules could be a sign that your roofing shingles are deteriorating. The granules of the roofing shingle help to protect your shingles from the sun’s harmful UV rays; so when these granules start falling off, your shingles can become brittle and eventually crack. This is a sign it’s time to re-roof your home.

Roofing shingles are designed to protect the structural part of the roof below the shingles. But, years of constant exposure to the elements will eventually take their toll on the roofing shingles. Water stains, damaged or missing shingles can all be signs that can point to roofing problems. It’s important to keep an eye out for these signs and act before the problem gets worse.

Roofing Problems

From estimation to completion, our team is ready to handle all your roofing needs. Because we are the roofing and re-roofing experts for Gainesville and Ocala; as well as the surrounding areas of North Central Florida. Gainesville Restoration and Remodeling is a fully licensed and insured roofing company. Therefore, when you choose us you can be sure that your roof will not only get done, but it will get done right. In addition, we promise to provide and install the highest quality roofing product available. You can reach us by calling one of the numbers below or by sending us an email

 

Gainesville 352-372-1221

Ocala 352-622-5277

CRC 1327956 – State Certified Building Contractor

CCC 1326022 – State Certified Roofing Contractor

MRSR – 96 – State Certified Mold Remediator

Roofing Problems