HVAC is a general term that refers to the heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems. This term was first used in the United States and is still used in some parts of Canada. 

The HVAC system consists of different components that are interconnected with each other. The most important components in an HVAC system are the air handling unit (AHU), humidifier, filter, refrigerant line, fan coil unit, motors (for fan coils or pumps), pipes or ducts for air distribution throughout a building, and finally the condensing unit. 

HVAC is a system that provides heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning to buildings. 

The HVAC system has three primary components: equipment that produces heat for the building (i.e. furnace), equipment that removes moisture from the air (i.e. dehumidifier), and equipment that controls airflow patterns within the building (i.e. thermostat). 

 

What are the Types of HVAC Systems? 

There are two main types of heating and cooling systems: the central ducted heating system, and the ductless heater. 

The central ducted heating and cooling system is the most common in a lot of homes. The air is circulated through air handlers or a furnace, which sends it to vents in different rooms as needed. The ductless heater can take up less space than a central HVAC system, but you’ll need to install one in each room that needs heat. 

It is also a system that has an outside connection to the house and it heats air that usually sits in the furnace or boiler. Ductless Heaters are more expensive since they have to be centrally located near the room they heat. 

Central ducted heating is the most common type of HVAC system because it’s cheaper to install and easier to use. But, again, it requires an outside connection (furnace or boiler), which might not always be available on your property. 

Benefits of HVAC Systems to Homeowners 

Air conditioning repair and installation is not cheap, but investing in a new HVAC system can save you money in the long-term. 

Air conditioning repair and installation is not cheap. But investing in a new HVAC system can save you money in the long-term. For example, it might cost less to buy and install a new HVAC system than it does to have an air conditioner repaired for every summertime breakdown. 

Also, by maintaining your cooling systems regularly (about every 2 years) you are able to keep them from breaking down in the first place. A/C repair costs per hour can be high if your unit needs more attention than it should have received during preventative maintenance visits. 

A/C systems are the most vital component of a residential property. It helps keep the occupants optimally comfortable by regulating the indoor temperature and humidity levels. 

There are many benefits to installing an HVAC system in a home. Some of these benefits include reducing power consumption, controlling indoor air quality, providing heating and cooling options, etc.