Renovating The Kitchen But Worried About HVAC Vents And Ducts? What To Do

If you want to renovate your kitchen but you are worried that some HVAC vents and the hot water tank are in the way, or will be a problem, you want to make sure that you have the concerns looked at by a heating and cooling expert. These are problems that can affect your entire heating and cooling system if they aren't rearranged or moved properly, and you don't want to put your house at the risk of any problems. Here are some of the things you want to talk with the HVAC experts about.

Will the Renovations Affect Other Areas of the House

Moving a cold air return or a hot water heater may require you to tear into other areas of the home, instead of just the kitchen where you are hoping to keep the renovations. If you have to move into other areas, and it's going to be costly to make the changes, you may want to alter your renovation plans so you can save some money and avoid unnecessary construction.

Can the Hot Water Tank be Removed?

Ask if the hot water tank can be removed completed. There are new tankless units that can be installed around the house in small areas, even under the sinks, and these will take the place of your old large unit. These are great because they:

• Are Efficient
• Have durability and longevity
• Provide endless hot water
• Are small and easy to hide

This is a great way to update your home and kitchen while you're doing the renovations, and you should be able to save on hot water expenses after the installation.

Changing Vents

If you have outdated registers that go against the walls, or that look bad on the floors, ask if you can have the vents changed while other changes are taking place. The HVAC professionals can show you some of the newer options that are out there, that are less noticeable and just as efficient.

If you are looking to renovate your kitchen but you have noticed that there are ducts and vents that could be in the way, or you have a main floor hot water heater, it's time to talk with the HVAC professionals, like those from Winters Heating Cooling, to see what can be done. You don't want to pay for a lot of labor and materials because a lot of work has to be done, and you don't want anyone who isn't an HVAC expert doing the work.