Why Not do Furnace and AC Repairs Yourself?
While you might be tempted to save money or take care of your home appliances by yourself, you could be endangering your family and wasting precious resources by tackling heating and air conditioning projects on your own.
Here are six reasons to call a professional like Jansen Heating & Cooling when your furnace or AC is acting up:
1. You’ll Be Prone to Safety Hazards
The professionals expect the unexpected while repairing your home comfort system. A heating and air conditioning specialist knows how to deal with the three main safety hazards:
- High voltage:HVAC systems use 50% of your energy bill. Your unit is on a high voltage, which puts you more at risk of an electric shock if you attempt the repair yourself. Jansen technicians know how to repair your system without getting electrocuted.
- Flammable gas:Incorrect handling of your heating system could lead to a natural gas fire. A specialist has the expertise to safely deal with natural gas.
- Carbon monoxide:Gas furnaces produce poison carbon monoxide. A malfunctioning heat exchanger could leak this poison. HVAC professionals know how to protect themselves.
Protecting against these harmful elements is worth more than the heater or ac repair cost you may save doing the project on your own.
2. You Could Waste Time
An appointment with a Jansen technician only takes a few hours. During the visit, our technician will inspect the whole unit and repair any broken parts.
If you try to save money DIY, you’ll lose precious time troubleshooting your system. You’ll waste even more time if you need to call a professional after you find out the unit is beyond your expertise.
3. You Need Specialized Tools for HVAC Projects
Jansen HVAC technicians carry a special set of tools to be prepared for any heating or cooling project. To do the job yourself, you would need on hand:
- Reciprocating saw blades
- 25-foot tape measure
- Multimeter
- Vacuum pump
- Safety goggles
- Tin snips
- Mobile HVAC software
- Pipe wrench
- Screwdrivers
- Cordless drill
- Flashlight
- Earplugs
4. You Could Waste Money
A defective HVAC system will use more energy than one that is working properly. You could cause your energy bill to rise by leaving faulty parts in your unit.
You also could break your HVAC unit even more trying to fix it yourself. Since all the pieces of the HVAC unit work together, any malfunctioning part will affect the whole unit. You may have to pay more in repairs if your Cincinnati furnace repair technician has to address any errors you made.
5. You Need HVAC Expertise
Your HVAC system is complex, with unique, original parts. Even if you watch online videos to learn how to fix your HVAC system, you will not be an expert.
HVAC specialist school can last anywhere from six months to two years. Then, a technician completes an apprenticeship, lasting three to five years. Along with this training, HVAC professionals need to develop these skills:
- Ability to work in tight spaces
- Up-to-date knowledge of local regulations
- Creative thinking to address a novel problem
6. You Could Void the Warranty
Manufacturers require proof that a professional recently inspected your heating or air conditioning system for your warranty to be valid. If you cannot prove that you get regular maintenance on your HVAC system, the manufacturer may void your warranty.
At Jansen, we are known for providing quick, affordable and expert service. The most cost-effective way to maintain your HVAC system is to have one of our specialists visit twice a year to make sure everything is working properly.