What is HVAC? You’ve probably heard of the term from a contractor, real estate agent, or maybe even your neighbors; but you’re still wondering what it means. Well, HVAC stands for Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning—three closely related fundamental functions found in homes, offices, and other building structures. HVAC systems can be very complicated, and require the skills of a trained technician to perform preventative maintenance and repair work. HVAC technicians must be knowledgeable about all aspects of different HVAC systems, including electrical components and motors.
We have found that most people (including some HVAC contractors) focus only on the heating and air conditioning equipment, but don’t give any thought to the ventilation of the home. Without the ventilation all you have is HAC (or “HACK”). Ventilation is the process of changing or replacing air in any space to provide high indoor air quality. Ventilation is used to remove unpleasant smells and excessive moisture, control temperature, introduce outside air, and prevent stagnation of the interior air. Ventilation includes both the exchange of air to the outside as well as circulation of air within the building. It is one of the most important factors for maintaining an acceptable indoor air quality and to keep your home comfortable.
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