3 Ways You Can Improve Airflow in Your Naperville Home

Many factors can affect the flow of air through your HVAC system. Without proper airflow, you will find it difficult to be cool and comfortable in your home, during the hot months in Naperville, Illinois. The following are three ways you can improve airflow and indoor comfort this summer.

Clean Your Registers and Vents

When the vacuum registers and air vents in your home get clogged with dust, dirt, and debris, the HVAC system can’t process air as easily. This might lead to uneven cooling, an overheated HVAC unit, and other problems. These effects could damage your system and lead to expensive repairs.

If dirt and debris accumulate in your vents, your HVAC technician can provide essential duct cleaning services. We have the tools and expertise to safely inspect and clean your HVAC system. Many of these problems can be identified during routine maintenance inspections, so it is important to schedule annual preventive maintenance checks. We can fix clogs that build up deep in the ducts and eventually restrict airflow.

Build an Attic Hatch Cover

Heat loss and gain can also cause uneven cooling in your Naperville home. If there are gaps around your attic hatch, cool air can escape, which impacts airflow and forces your AC to work harder. Fortunately, you can build an attic hatch cover with plywood or medium-density fiberboard (MDF), hinges, nails, and a couple of hours of spare time. Finish the project with trim that will seal the attic against heat loss and gain. If you are the DIY type, this is a relatively simple task. Otherwise, consult your HVAC technician for information about attic hatch covers, and how to have them installed.

Move Furniture

If your furniture sits in front of or over vents and registers, your HVAC system won’t distribute conditioned air evenly. Try moving your furniture so that there is no restriction of airflow. Leave a few feet of clearance around air vents and registers. For wall vents, don’t let artwork or other wall hangings obstruct airflow.

Poor airflow can make you less comfortable at home, but these simple fixes can improve your situation dramatically. If you need our technicians to diagnose HVAC problems, call Tempco Heating & Air Conditioning at (847) 670-7000 to schedule an appointment.