Does a thermostat need to be level to be accurate? Thermostats that contain mercury need to be level. Digital thermostats don’t have to be level to be accurate. Digital thermostats that are not level just look sloppy. They can work even when upside down. Now that would be hard to read though. Kind of like…
A little help in deciphering model numbers and understanding what a decibel really means may help when looking for sound ratings in the various models of heat pumps . It’s critical to measure like units. For example, a 14 SEER Trane with a 14 Seer Carrier. I originally wrote this article a few years ago….
If your gas furnace is leaking water in the winter, it’s likely a high-efficiency (90%+) model. These furnaces create condensation as a byproduct of pulling more heat from the exhaust gases. If the drainage system is clogged, damaged, or poorly installed, that water can leak out and rust the cabinet or floor below. Not all…
Heat pump risers will help your unit live longer and run quieter.
The sweet smell is the only one that I can relate to. Reactions from ammonia to rotten eggs.
Find the weight of your heat pump. Major brands listed by BTUs
These AC units have been operating in a very unlevel condition for many years. Funny how they are still working when all the other comments on the internet are saying they have to be level because of the oil in the bottom of the compressor. Now are you asking yourself “do heat pumps need to…
If you know the anticipated snow fall level for your area, that is a good height for your heat pump. It never hurts to add a few inches for safe measures. Having one year of unusually high snow fall would be an okay gauge to plan for, just know that the higher the better for…
A gas fireplace thermostat upgrade lets you replace a basic wall switch for better control, comfort, and automatic temperature settings. Yes you can substitute a thermostat for that switch on the wall by your fireplace. You can add most any kind of digital thermostat or even add a remote with Wi-Fi and adjust the temperature…
