Bringing Integrity Back to HVAC
Living in a region prone to weather extremes, you're no stranger to 40-degree temperature drops overnight or summer days rapidly turning from sunny to stormy. We locals have adapted to embracing "if you don't like the weather, wait 5 minutes" fluctuations year-round. But do repeated heating/cooling unit slam sessions prematurely wear them down? Let’s explore:
Mild Fluctuations Are No Problem
First, keep in mind your HVAC system is specifically designed to maintain indoor environmental conditions DESPITE moderate outdoor shifts. Built-in controls detect minute temperature dips and seamlessly kick auxiliary heat, heat pumps or air conditioning on to comfort heat your interior spaces without human intervention.
So mild-moderate seasonal or daily high/low changes are simply “business as usual” for your climate equipment! Tiny frequent corrections require a little extra duty cycling but don’t cause wear issues. Think of it as analogous to cruise control in your car continually calibrating to terrain changes to keep a smooth 70 MPH.
Prime Conditions for Issues
Where temperature swings CAN potentially hasten breakdowns include scenarios like:
● Prolonged power outages in extreme low/high temps with no chance to gradually re-acclimate equipment
● Extreme 100+ degree high/low shifts constantly in short durations
● Poor insulation distribution allowing vastly mixed indoor temps confusing sensors
Bottom line - with robust HVAC units sized appropriately for our region and adequate attic encapsulation, typical outdoor fluctuations won’t negatively impact operation or longevity! But if concerned about performance, our team is always available to assess further. Stay comfortable through whatever the weather whips our way next!
Pendleton Heating & Cooling!
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Our technicians are trained to take exceptional care of your property, from caring for your carpets with carpet protectors to taking extreme care with your new equipment and post work cleanup!
We are HVAC Excellence Certified and also certified with the National Technical Honor Society!
We are your local TRANE® dealer! We have one of the highest levels of customer service and our staff is factory trained in the newest developments of TRANE equipment.
You should have your HVAC system serviced twice a year, once in the spring and once in the fall. This will help to ensure that your system is running efficiently and effectively, and it will also help to identify and prevent any potential problems.
A programmable thermostat can help you to save money on your energy bills by allowing you to control the temperature of your home when you are not there. You can program your thermostat to turn down the heat in the winter and turn up the air conditioning in the summer when you are away or asleep.
The best way to choose the right size HVAC system for your home is to have a load calculation performed by a qualified HVAC contractor. This calculation will take into account the size of your home, the number of windows and doors, the insulation value of your walls and attic, and the climate in your area.