Whether you’re trying to stay cool in summer or fix a broken AC unit, this section covers everything related to air conditioning in residential homes. From basic maintenance tips to common repair issues and energy-saving advice, you’ll find practical help and real-world guidance. If you’re dealing with noisy units, uneven cooling, or high energy bills, these articles are here to help you troubleshoot and take action.
You can run mini-split lines up, down, and vertically. Essentially, mini split lines can run anywhere you put them with a few restrictions. Good refrigeration line principles for mini splits are no different than any other heat pump or air conditioner. You can run a ductless line set up, down, or straight out. Try to…
Putting AC in a food truck has become a popular idea for food trucks. Mini split heat pumps can provide heating and cooling, and even be a good DIY project. Just consider these things before installing a ductless mini split or any AC unit in a food truck. There are some in my industry that…
Cover your b*** when looking at your mini-split warranties! If you don’t register your mini-split with the manufacturer, it could be for a shorter time. In order to have the full warranty you may have to register with the manufacturer. Registering your new ductless air conditioner or heat pump will qualify you for the most…
Ductless heat pumps and air conditioners work by the same principles as ducted systems. An outdoor compressor unit and an indoor air handler (head) to move the air. Ductless systems generally need a separate head for each area or room. For example, Daikin ductless HVAC systems can handle up to as many as eight zones…
With copper prices soaring over $5 per pound, you can stop copper thieves from targeting your HVAC equipment. Review my 14 tips, you don’t have to do them all. Update – April 2025: With copper prices over $5 per pound again, AC unit theft is on the rise. These 14 tips can help you secure…
If you turn on air conditioning in the winter it can cause the indoor coil to ice over, blocking the air flow through the home. But there is a fix. A crankcase heater and an ambient control can be added to slow or intermittently stop the outdoor fan which raises the condensing temperature and keeps…
Over time, dust gets past your air filter and into your ac coil. As condensation drips down your ac coil into the condensation drain pan some of those same impurities flow down the condensate drain and into the trap where they set and turn to a drain plugging sludge. Some of this same sludge collects…