Welcome to fall in North Carolina, where you might need the heat at breakfast and the AC by dinner.

That back-and-forth weather is just part of living in the Sandhills. But while you're switching the thermostat from cooling to heating, your HVAC system is making a pretty big transition too.

In this episode of the Home & Life Comfort Podcast, Derek Cole shares five things homeowners should know during the fall HVAC changeover, including why you should test your heat before you really need it, what that first burning smell could mean, why heat pumps act differently in heating mode, why you should check your filter after a long North Carolina summer, and why October is a great time to catch problems before the first real cold snap.

Derek also answers a common question: Is it bad for your HVAC system to run the heat in the morning and the AC later that same day?

The first cold night is coming. The best time to find out your heat has a problem is before your family actually needs it.

📖 Read the full article:
https://www.simmonsonehour.com/blog/ac-today-heat-tomorrow

Home & Life Comfort Podcast with Derek Cole
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Safety Note: This podcast is intended for general homeowner education. HVAC systems can involve electricity, fuel, hot surfaces, moving parts, and other hazards. Don't open equipment panels or attempt repairs you're not trained and equipped to perform. If you notice smoke or a strong or persistent burning or electrical odor, turn the system off if you can safely do so and contact a qualified HVAC professional. If you suspect a gas leak or carbon monoxide emergency, leave the home and contact your gas utility or emergency services from a safe location.