Repair the Hot Spots in Your House for Improved Comfort
Having hot spots in a home is a common occurrence. You may have an upstairs room that is consistently warmer than the rest of the house, for instance. The following are reasons hot spots can occur and how they can be fixed.
Exterior Air Leaks
A room that isn’t properly sealed may have an excess of outdoor heat entering it in the summer months. If one of your rooms is a hot spot, make sure windows, exterior doors, and walls in the room are properly sealed. Poor insulation and air leaks can easily cause inconsistent temperatures in your house.
Afternoon Sun
Rooms that have southern exposure will get hotter than other spaces as the sun beats down on them. To reduce heat in the space, hang thicker curtains on the windows. These will do a better job of blocking or even reflecting sunlight away from the room.
Ductwork Problems
Leaky or improperly installed ducts can cause hot spots. Too much hot air is blown into one room while not enough is reaching the rest of your home. Have your air ducts inspected for any leaks or obstructions. You may need to have a professional technician address these types of problems.
Consider a Mini-Split System
Some spaces in your house could simply be too difficult for your HVAC system to reach. In this case, adding a mini-split system in the problem area might be the perfect solution. This will provide you control over the temperature in that specific space.
The Pros Can Help Take Care of the Hot Spots in Your Home
Metal Masters can help you balance out the temperatures in your home. We replace, repair, and maintain furnaces, heat pumps, and air conditioners. We also offer indoor air quality solutions like ventilation and air purification. Call us today if you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment.