What Does an Air Handler Look Like?

How to Identify Your Air Handler at Home

Air handlers are designed to be functional rather than decorative, so they typically appear as a simple metal cabinet.

Most air handlers include:

• A rectangular or vertical metal housing
• Multiple duct connections for airflow
• Access panels for service and maintenance
• Refrigerant and drain lines attached to the unit

Depending on your home, it may be installed in:

• The basement (most common in Spokane homes)
• The garage
• A utility closet or mechanical room

In many Spokane homes, you may have a furnace instead of a traditional air handler, especially if your system uses gas heat. If your home uses a heat pump, an air handler is more likely.

If you’re unsure what you’re looking at, a professional from Mainstream Electric, Heating, Cooling, & Plumbing can help identify your system and make sure everything is operating correctly.