Maybe you’ve heard of air handlers. Maybe you haven’t. Even if you are aware of the model of an air handler, you may not know if you could use one to improve your home comfort in Hudsonville. We’re here to help you recognize what an air handler is and if one would benefit you in your home.
An air handler is the internal unit of a split-system air conditioner or a heat pump. In essence, an air handler does what its label says: it handles air. It assists your split system or heat pump push cooled or warmed air within the ducts of your house. The air handler encompasses the evaporator coil and the blower in your ventilation system, in conjunction with other components. When the weather is hot, the air handler circulates air through your home, which helps maintain proper comfort levels within your home. Some models of air handlers even contain heat strips to bolster the heating power or your heat pump when the weather gets colder.
A properly maintained and functioning air handler can help decrease utility bills and a create a lengthier life span for your split system or heat pump.
If you want to learn more about air handlers and the means by which they could possibly benefit you and your home comfort, call West Michigan Heating & Air Conditioning Services today at (616) 319-1436. We can help you determine if you’d be better served by a more proficient air handler and reveal to you our many options.
