There are numerous cities and states that set building codes. These codes directly affect how you’re allowed to install, operate and maintain an HVAC system. Know the basics of the building codes and if your furnace adheres to the latest regulations.
What Are the Codes?
The Uniform Mechanical Code was developed by the American National Standards Institute and the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials. This system sets national and international standards for HVAC installations, repairs and maintenance.
The codes are updated every three years, and the updates are posted on the developers’ websites. Furnace owners need these codes to determine if they should modify their heating systems. If they’re not up to date, they face fines, liability lawsuits or costly property renovations.
Regular Updates of UMC Codes
Every year, HVAC professionals find errors in the designs of furnaces and in commercial buildings. Each error is corrected and published in a revised UMC edition that is released annually. Each year, there are new codes and regulations that residential and commercial furnace owners should know.
Why Professionals Are Needed
Most people don’t know the latest codes that all HVAC manufacturers and users are required to follow. They cannot identify the basic building codes that are required to protect the building from the effects of defective appliances.
At Apollo Heating & Air Conditioning, our professionals understand the basics of operating a furnace and what is required to keep a home’s or business’s residents safe. We also know the steps that you must take to ensure that your furnace is adhering to the highest standards of quality and efficiency.
We’ll Help You Know Your Furnace Well
In an aging home or building, you may wonder if your appliances are keeping up with daily demands. You may notice an overall lack of efficiency in your heating system and also wonder if your old furnace has become a fire hazard. Apollo Heating & Air Conditioning services include heating and cooling repairs, installations and maintenance in Bellevue and the surrounding areas in Nebraska. Call us to start your service today.
