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Wayne J
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Posted 11/9/2007
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If possible, try to see if there are air dampers in your ductwork. If the lower ones are full open and the uppers are partially closed the flow will be restricted. These are usally located in the main heat take off ducts from the top of the furnace, however some may also be located at "y"'s , or vertical rises. If all else fails, partially closing the lower registers can help the situation but it won't correct it. |
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Patrick S
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Posted 11/10/2007
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This is a common problem with multiple floored units, reason being is just the fact that the air has such a large distace to travel, there are a few things which can be done 1) changing of the filter on a regular basis 2) make sure the duct work is properly wraped, so there is no leakage within the walls 3)make sure the cold air returnes are not blocked by dressers ect.. 4) for your central air problem you could install a venting skylight to help release the hot air from the upper floors, and helps bring the cool air up. 5) you can block off the basement level in the summer this area will stay cool regardless, and this will help force the air up.
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Brian F
Barrie
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Posted 1/4/2008
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Tip..close all floor vents except in the areas your not getting heat or cool air...if you dont notice a significant change,chances are something is blocking the air from moving through,if so i would recommend a duck cleaning(this is good to do often anyways) and would either fix the problem if something has blocked it and at worst case,eliminate this as a cause to your problem(and get rid of alot dust/dirt in the process).
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Stephen M
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Posted 1/16/2008
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Hi Aaron.
Outside what everyone else has offered there are products on the market that can help with your situation. Moreover, I tend to lean more with Wayne jarvis on this one. Given the age of the home it is doubtful you have plugged or clogged ductwork, (although possible), distance should not be an issue as homes and the distance rise and fall (gravity furnace) is all taken into account when your home is designed, so the furnace is sized as is the BTU units of the central air unit.
So barring the complete possibility these were undersized at initial construction ( i.e. did you notice a change in the home since then? or always same) I would check to verify that some accidental movement of a damper control did not occur.
regardless, on-site inspection and product alternatives are available to correct this, in the case it is not simply a damper. |
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Stephen M
London
Masonridge Construction Canada
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Posted 1/17/2008
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P.s. Don't get into the "closing of other vents". Your home was not designed to have some vents closed and some open. thats like having a car operate better , by removing one wheel. Or lights working by opening the windows.
If a problem exists. Don't accept "shortcuts around it. Fix it.
you'll be much happier just knowing. |
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Colin M
Brampton
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Posted 1/24/2008
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Good suggestions from all, best of all: adjust dampers, check filter (change monthly) if it's elec. clean with CLR. For a specific room also consider independant register fans. This is unfortunate given the age of the home, see if the builder is willing to assist you, failing the above contact a reputable HVAC company. It's possible the blower on your furnace is not operating properly. You might also consider relocating the thermostat. |
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ruby b
Toronto
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Posted 4/16/2008
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There must be something wrong with your ducts. You have to check that out. Furthermore, you also have to check and clean your filters. |
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Spidy 2
Whitecourt
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Posted 4/21/2008
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check and clean those places are others had suggested. i think there should be some place with holes which makes the heat distribution uneven. better call someone to handle if you can't do it by yourself. |
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