Can I Defrost My Heat Pump In Winter? Try This
Their are ways to defrost a heat pump in winter.
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Should You Buy Used HVAC Equipment?
I would only suggest buying used HVAC equipment if you are an HVAC mechanic. It was a twist of fate that a rather new but defective heat pump fell into my lap. At the start-up of my customer’s new heat pump it made a very strange noise coming from the compressor. The brand I used…
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Should I Buy A Goodman Heat Pump?
Telling someone to buy a Goodman heat pump is like telling them to buy a Ford or a Chevrolet. I’m a huge fan of one of those, but only in vintage form. There’s a dealer out there in the open market for every brand of HVAC equipment. It’s simple economics; if no dealer exists, that…
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Ice On A Heat Pump: Causes, Fixes, And Prevention Tips
How Much Is Too Much Ice On A Heat Pump? Too much ice on a heat pump can lead to extreme problems. As the ice accumulates on the outdoor coil, it reduces the heat pump’s ability to create heat. The difficult part for many of my customers has been for them to understand what too…
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Heat Loss Through The Floor: Is It Really a Problem?
Heat loss through the floor is a surprisingly common problem in many homes. In fact, as much as 10% of your home’s heat can escape through uninsulated or poorly insulated floors. Understanding why this happens — and knowing what you can do about it — can help you stay more comfortable and reduce heating costs….
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Easy Mobile Home Furnace Filter Upgrade
Easy, is always in the eyes of the beholder. So let me explain an easy and very effective way to upgrade to a better mobile home furnace filter. The benefits of this upgrade are: If this is beyond your capability or desire to DIY then you must know or can find someone who can do…
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How I Installed My Gas Stove Fireplace Insert
My particular installation is for a used gas fireplace insert. I installed some gas piping to a water heater for a customer and he took out his gas fireplace insert so he could install a wood insert. Some people just love torture. He wanted to give me the stove and I just felt guilty taking…
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Most Common Problems With Heat Pumps
Early in my schooling as an HVAC technician, they drilled into my head that the three most common problems with heat pumps are airflow, airflow, and airflow. If you had the proper airflow in the beginning, when your heat pump was installed, then troubleshooting is much simpler. The primary factors that contribute to poor airflow…
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Animal In My Air Duct. Signs, Health Risks & Easy Removal Steps
Hear scratching or smell something odd? Discovering an animal in your air duct can be alarming — and dangerous for your health and HVAC system. Learn how to check for animals, remove them safely, and protect your home with this simple step-by-step guide. Signs You Might Have an Animal in Your Ducts Animals leave telltale…
