{"id":11697,"date":"2022-11-09T04:20:08","date_gmt":"2022-11-09T10:20:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/?p=11697"},"modified":"2024-08-16T14:13:20","modified_gmt":"2024-08-16T19:13:20","slug":"why-you-need-an-hvac-inspection-buying-a-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/why-you-need-an-hvac-inspection-buying-a-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Buying a New Home? Here is Why You Need an HVAC Inspection First"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/why-you-need-an-hvac-inspection-buying-a-home\/#What_Is_an_HVAC_Inspection\" >What Is an HVAC Inspection?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/why-you-need-an-hvac-inspection-buying-a-home\/#Why_Is_an_Inspection_Essential\" >Why Is an Inspection Essential?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/why-you-need-an-hvac-inspection-buying-a-home\/#How_Does_an_HVAC_Inspection_Benefit_You\" >How Does an HVAC Inspection Benefit You?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/why-you-need-an-hvac-inspection-buying-a-home\/#Can_You_Perform_an_HVAC_Inspection_Yourself\" >Can You Perform an HVAC Inspection Yourself?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>If you are buying a new home, there are a lot of things to consider and evaluate. Most buyers get a home inspection done before buying a house. However, home inspectors usually only check if the HVAC system is working or not. Working does not necessarily mean that it is functioning exactly as it should. That is why you should schedule an HVAC inspection with a trusted heating and cooling expert before buying a new home.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/why-you-need-an-hvac-inspection-buying-a-home-1-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Why You Need an HVAC Inspection for Your New Home\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-11741\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/why-you-need-an-hvac-inspection-buying-a-home-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/why-you-need-an-hvac-inspection-buying-a-home-1.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In the St. Louis area, Galmiche &amp; Sons are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/contact-galmiche.php\">heating and air conditioning<\/a> experts, serving homeowners since 1950. We can evaluate and inspect your HVAC system so you know what to expect when buying a new home.<\/p>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_an_HVAC_Inspection\"><\/span>What Is an HVAC Inspection?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>An HVAC inspection is a complete analysis of the HVAC system. It checks the health of your air conditioning and heating equipment as well as the state of your ventilation system. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/ask-an-hvac-technician\/\">HVAC technician<\/a> should also check all the physical components that make up the HVAC system, as well as check if the system is working efficiently according to the cooling and heating loads of the building. They will also let you know if any part needs to be repaired or replaced.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Is_an_Inspection_Essential\"><\/span>Why Is an Inspection Essential?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Before buying a new house, an HVAC inspection is crucial because it helps to evaluate the existing equipment. A thorough inspection lowers the chances of HVAC problems right after a sale. If the house you are buying has been unoccupied for a long time, it is extremely important that you get an inspection done. You want to ensure that the HVAC system is running properly when you move in and you are not slapped with a huge repair bill.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you are buying a new house or not, regular HVAC inspections are always a good idea. You should get an inspection and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/is-hvac-maintenance-really-worth-it\/\">HVAC maintenance<\/a> performed once every six months, or at least once a year.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_an_HVAC_Inspection_Benefit_You\"><\/span>How Does an HVAC Inspection Benefit You?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/why-you-need-an-hvac-inspection-buying-a-home-2-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Benefits of an HVAC Inspection When Buying a Home\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-11742\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/why-you-need-an-hvac-inspection-buying-a-home-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/why-you-need-an-hvac-inspection-buying-a-home-2.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>You will need to bear a small fee for an HVAC check up, but the benefits outweigh the cost. Here are some of the benefits of HVAC inspections:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Lower energy bills<\/strong>: You save money when your HVAC system is running efficiently. Regular HVAC maintenance and inspections can ensure that your system is running at peak efficiency, and is not working harder than it should.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Avoid costly repairs<\/strong>: Emergency repairs can burn a hole in your pocket. Replacing an HVAC system could cost you thousands of dollars, whereas an inspection will only cost you a fraction of that. Your HVAC technician can let you know if something needs to be repaired or replaced. Timely repairs prevent bigger issues from cropping up in the future.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Protect your investment<\/strong>: Your HVAC system is a very costly appliance, and you would like to protect it at all costs. A well-maintained HVAC system ensures comfort for you and your family in your new house. A major system failure could not only prove costly but also cause your family a lot of discomfort.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_You_Perform_an_HVAC_Inspection_Yourself\"><\/span>Can You Perform an HVAC Inspection Yourself?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You should not attempt an HVAC inspection unless you are a trained HVAC technician yourself. One wrong move and you could damage your costly HVAC system. That is why you should always let experts like Galmiche &amp; Sons conduct the HVAC inspection on your new house.<\/p>\n<p>Galmiche &amp; Sons was established in 1950, and since then we have earned a stellar reputation in the St. Louis area. If you need to get an HVAC inspection or help with installation and repairs for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/contact-galmiche.php\">heating and air conditioning<\/a> system, call us at <span class=\"mobile_tel\"><span class=\"mobile_tel\">314-993-1110<\/span><\/span> today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you are buying a new home, there are a lot of things to consider and evaluate. Most buyers get a home inspection done before buying a house. However, home inspectors usually only check if the HVAC system is working or not. Working does not necessarily mean that it is functioning exactly as it should. That is why you should schedule an HVAC inspection with a trusted heating and cooling expert before buying a new home. In the St. Louis &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/why-you-need-an-hvac-inspection-buying-a-home\/\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Buying a New Home? 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