How To Fix Uneven Room Temperatures at Home

When you first turn your furnace on to combat the cold temperatures of fall and winter, do you notice a change in temperature as you travel from room to room in your home? As with all things, the best way to find a solution is to pinpoint the problem.

What Causes Uneven Temperatures?

1. Blocked or Leaky Ductwork 

Have you ever had your air ducts cleaned? Did you know that blocked or leaky air ducts are one of the biggest culprits for uneven temperatures? Air ducts that are full of dust, dirt, and dander aren’t doing your HVAC system or indoor air quality any good.

Our home heating and cooling systems redistribute the air that runs through the ductwork, so you’ll eventually be breathing in any accumulated pollutants.

2. Thermostat Location 

It may seem like an afterthought, but thermostats are located in specific areas of our homes for a reason. For example, having your thermostat positioned in direct sunlight might produce false readings.

The thermostat records the temperature of your home (specifically the room in which it’s placed) and uses that information to judge whether the HVAC system needs to kick on. Where is yours in your West Michigan home? 

3. Blocked Air Vents

Do you keep your vents open or closed? By keeping your vents open, you allow the air to circulate throughout your home. Even in rooms, you don’t frequent, keeping the vents open will ensure that air is still flowing. If you walk into a room and notice a dramatic difference in temperature, check your vents.

4. Insulation Issues

Whether your insulation is too old or thin, having poor insulation makes it difficult to regulate temperatures throughout your Grand Rapids home. If your home suffers from poor insulation, chances are you might be dealing with uneven temperatures.

To reduce the chance of this happening, take some time to seal your windows and add any insulation where it might be lacking. 

Fix Uneven Room Temperatures With Zoned HVAC

Zoned heating/cooling can significantly improve your comfort and reduce your utility bills. Establishing temperature zones requires installing ductless mini-splits in each room, or installing zone dampers within the ducts that are connected to your central AC or furnace.

Plus, choosing a smart thermostat to control your new temperature zones will make it easier to control the temperatures in your home from anywhere with a Wi-Fi connection. This gives you the ability to adjust the climate in your home when the weather changes, as your schedule changes, and more.

Almost any property can benefit from the installation of a zoned HVAC system. Once installed, these arrangements make it easy to accommodate the comfort requirements of everyone in the home. It also allows you to shut down rooms when they’re not in use.

All of these benefits come together to make it easier to enhance your comfort, reduce your carbon footprint, and lower your utility bills.

Use a Ductless Mini-Split To Heat & Cool One Room

Ductless mini-splits are quiet, effective, and energy-efficient heating and cooling options for smaller spaces. Well-suited for condos, apartments, home offices, bedrooms, etc., installing ductless mini-splits offers many advantages for Grand Rapids residents. In fact, they’re a better option than most single portable window air conditioners.

Ductless systems are energy-efficient and cost-effective for many reasons, including the fact that by simply changing the flow of the refrigerant, ductless mini-splits can cool the room in summer, and keep it warm in the winter. This eliminates the need to install a separate heating/cooling system.

This is a considerable advantage that can significantly improve your comfort and reduce your carbon footprint while minimizing the space required for your HVAC systems.

Choose Service Professor for HVAC Services in Michigan

As seasoned veterans of Michigan’s winters, we understand the importance of keeping warm indoors. Keep your heat inside, where it belongs! If you notice any uneven temperatures in your home, do a little investigating.

If you need assistance, you can always count on your local Service Professor technicians to come and fix it in a snap.