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…
Your best backup heat source would depend on your location, your climate, the availability of fuel, and what type of fuel meets the price you want to pay. I’ve worked on, repaired, cut on, bled on, and installed just about all of them except for wood backup. The simplest form of backup heat for an…
When you perform a duct leakage test with artificial smoke, you’ll be amazed at the leakage that exists. Even with good-looking ductwork. Imagine that every joint is a hairline crack. Add up all the joints and connections; before you know it, you will have the equivalent square foot hole in your duct. Leaky ducts waste…
It totally depends on the capacity or size of your heat pump. Residential heat pumps come in sizes ranging from 1-1/2 to five tons of refrigeration. The word “tons of refrigeration” does not refer to the weight of the equipment, but to the capacity, with one ton equaling 12,000 BTU’s. 12,000 BTU’s is enough to…
Goodman does not make a manufactured home-approved furnace nor do they make any HVAC equipment specifically meant for manufactured housing. The internet was not a good place to find answers to this question, I had to call Goodman, who told me to call my local distributor. The conclusion is absolutely no, Goodman does not make…
You can install most any furnace for manufactured homes, but it’s important to check with your local building department to know if they have any restrictions or guide lines regarding mobile homes. Some counties require HVAC equipment to be rated “Mobile Home Approved” Whether you are wanting a gas, oil or electric furnace the mobile…
If you’ve noticed your heat pump leaking water outside in winter, you are very observant. Let me explain why this water and maybe ice could be a good thing. Heat pumps leak water in winter because they have a defrost cycle governed by a control board. When outdoor temperatures drop toward freezing and below, the…