Quick Answer
If your Follansbee home’s upstairs feels like a sauna in summer or a freezer in winter, you’re not imagining it. Homes near Hooverson Heights, Jefferson Street, and the riverfront often have airflow or insulation issues. Honest Fix pinpoints the cause—return vents, duct leaks, or zoning—and restores balanced comfort in every season.
Why Follansbee Homes Have Uneven Temperatures
Follansbee’s hills and river valley location make airflow challenges common. Two-story homes along Allegheny Street and Chapman Avenue trap hot air upstairs because older duct systems lack proper return vents. In summer, attic temperatures rise above 125°F, while cold winter winds off the Ohio River make the first floor drafty. Without balancing, comfort levels swing dramatically from room to room.
Typical Causes in Local Two-Story Houses
- Weak return airflow – Many mid-century homes near Jefferson Street have just one return downstairs, trapping heat on the upper level.
- Leaky or uninsulated ducts – Air loss in attics or crawlspaces can reduce airflow by up to 25%.
- Attic heat buildup – Poor ventilation drives attic temperatures above 130°F, radiating heat into top-floor rooms.
- Rooms above garages – Common in Hooverson Heights, these spaces stay cooler in winter unless additional insulation is added.
How Honest Fix Balances Airflow in Follansbee Homes
Our technicians begin with an airflow and pressure test to find problem areas. Adding upstairs returns, sealing ducts, and improving attic ventilation are common fixes. For hillside properties near Eldersville Road or the Colliers Way extension, zoning or variable-speed systems can maintain temperatures within two degrees of the thermostat—year-round.
FAQs
Why is my upstairs always hotter?
Warm air rises and stays trapped without return airflow. Adding upstairs returns and sealing ducts corrects that in most Follansbee homes.
Do attic fans really help?
Yes. Powered attic fans or ridge vents can lower attic temperatures by 20–25°F, easing heat transfer into bedrooms.
Do you service Hooverson Heights?
Absolutely—Honest Fix serves all of Follansbee, including Hooverson Heights, Jefferson Street, and the Allegheny Street corridor.
Exact HVAC replacement quotes available at (740) 825-9408 or HonestFix.com/schedule-service.
Author: Alex Largent
Alex Largent
Alex Largent is the Owner and Senior HVAC Efficiency Analyst at Honest Fix Heating, Cooling & Plumbing. With more than 20 years of field experience, NATE and EPA certifications, and a hands-on leadership style, Alex teaches his team to fix systems right the first time — with transparency, precision, and no upsells. He writes about HVAC diagnostics, home energy efficiency, and practical maintenance advice for homeowners across the Upper Ohio Valley. Read Alex Largent's full bio at "honestfix.com/about/alex-largent" to learn more about his expertise in the HVAC/Plumbing Industry. Updated October 2025
