3 Tips To Help Avoid DIY HVAC Repair Disasters That Could Cost You More

Sometimes, when there are repairs or maintenance that need to be done around your home, you are tempted to take on the problems on your own. Before you get started with HVAC repairs, you will want to know what needs to be done and what could possibly go wrong. Some of the repairs to your HVAC system should be completed by a professional HVAC technician. Here are some tips to help avoid DIY HVAC repair disasters that often end up costing you more:

1. Short Circuits When Tampering with HVAC Wiring Without Cutting the Power Off

There are many simple maintenance tasks that you may do to your HVAC, which could cause a short circuit. If you clean the outdoor AC unit with a garden hose, it will only take one time of leaving the power on to cause a short circuit and damage parts. Also, when doing repairs, forgetting to cut the power to the HVAC could cause electrical shock, as well as damage parts that are removed when electricity is flowing through them.

2. Improper Installation of Fan Belts That Break or Are Inefficient When the AC Is Running

Many HVAC systems have fan belts on blowers or fans. It is usually a simple job to replace a fan belt, but a belt that is too loose or too tight can cause damage to the motor and inefficiency of the HVAC. Check the fan belts regularly for wear, and have an HVAC contractor replace them when they need to be changed. If you do choose to change the HVAC fan belts on your own, make sure that they fit snuggly and test them to ensure they are working properly.

3. Poor Wire Connections and Loose Fasteners When Replacing Parts That Cause Damage

There may be a small part that has gone out on your HVAC and needs replacing. If you leave a loose connection or connect the wrong wires, it could cause serious damage. In addition, loose fasteners can also cause problems with your HVAC and even damage parts. When doing maintenance, make sure that you put all the fasteners back where they go and tighten them snuggly, so that they do not come loose when the heating or AC comes on.

These are some tips to help avoid problems with DIY HVAC repairs that are often more difficult than they appear to be. Contact an air conditioning repair contractor to help with your AC repairs to ensure you do not make costly mistakes. 


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