Prepare your air exchanger for the winter

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November 14, 2024 | Condominium, Copropriété, Gestion Immobilière, HVAC, Partnership, Property Management | Condo, Manager, Rental

A guarantee of comfort and health for your condominium

Winter is fast approaching, and with it come challenges related to indoor air quality in our condominiums. As we spend more time indoors, it’s crucial to ensure that the air we breathe is healthy and of good quality. This is where your air exchanger comes in, a valuable but often neglected ally in managing your comfort and health.

Why is the air exchanger so important in Winter?

With the arrival of cold weather, we tend to seal our homes to retain heat. However, this practice can quickly lead to an accumulation of moisture, pollutants, and contaminants indoors. A well-maintained air exchanger allows you to:

Renew indoor air by evacuating pollutants
Control humidity levels, thus preventing mold formation
Maintain a constant and comfortable temperature
Reduce heating costs by recovering heat from exhausted air

Air exchanger in operation

Signs that your air exchanger needs attention

Here are some indicators suggesting that your system might need intervention:

Presence of condensation on windows
Persistent odors or stale air
Increase in allergy symptoms among occupants
Significant temperature variation between rooms
Unusual noise coming from the device

How to prepare your air exchanger for winter?

To ensure optimal performance of your air exchanger during the cold season, here are some essential steps:

Cleaning filters: Clean filters ensure better air quality and reduce the load on the system.
Checking ducts: Make sure there are no leaks or obstructions in the ducts.
Inspecting and cleaning the core: The exchanger’s heart must be clean for efficient heat transfer and to avoid indoor air contamination.
Controlling dampers: Check that dampers open and close correctly for proper air circulation.
Adjusting settings: Adapt your device’s settings to winter conditions.

Air exchanger maintenance

The importance of professional maintenance

While some maintenance tasks can be performed by co-owners, annual professional maintenance is strongly recommended.

Ventek Air Solution’s expert technicians can:

Perform a comprehensive system diagnosis
Deep clean hard-to-reach components
Optimize device performance for winter
Detect and resolve potential problems before they worsen

Don’t forget your dryer vents and air conditioning!

Dryer ducts & vents: Winter means more frequent drying and larger loads. It’s crucial to ensure that your dryer vent is free from lint accumulation. This not only prevents fire risks but also potential water infiltrations into the concrete slab caused by a blocked duct.

Air conditioning: Contrary to popular belief, winter is an ideal time for air conditioner maintenance. Waiting for the first warm days of spring can expose you to what’s called the “air conditioner festival” where a large number of owners simultaneously discover problems, saturating maintenance services and creating long waits if your air conditioner breaks down. By planning your air conditioner maintenance at the same time as your air exchanger and dryer vents, you make substantial savings and ensure optimal functioning from the first warm days.

Long-term benefits of comprehensive maintenance

Investing in regular maintenance of your ventilation and air conditioning systems is not just a matter of immediate comfort. It’s also a wise choice for:

Extending the life expectancy of your devices
Reducing energy costs
Preventing moisture-related damage
Ensuring a healthy environment for all occupants

Don’t let winter catch you off guard. By taking care of your air exchanger, dryer vents, and air conditioning now, you ensure a healthy and comfortable indoor environment all year round.

Our partnership with Ventek Air allows you easy access to high-quality air quality maintenance and optimization services for your condominium. As a leader in ventilation and indoor air quality in Quebec, Ventek Air simplifies the process of maintaining your systems, allowing you to benefit from expert service with confidence. This partnership offers you, your management teams, residents, co-owners, and all involved parties, exclusive benefits: