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…
HVAC vs HVACR vs AC are all acronyms relative to the same industry namely the heating and cooling of homes, businesses, and products such as food. Why Not Have Just One Acronym For All Of The HVACR Industry? This is an affiliate site. I refer you to products or items that relate to this article….
If your furnace turns on and off too often or runs too long, the problem may be your thermostat heat anticipator. Many older mercury and snap-action thermostats have a small adjustable anticipator that controls how long the furnace runs during each heating cycle. In this guide, I’ll show you how to adjust a heat anticipator…
It’s the old gig, we’ve all heard it……..the hip bones connected to the back bone and so on. Gas furnaces are no different. The gas lines connected to the gas valve, the gas valves connected to the burner and so on. All parts to gas furnace are essential to a safe operating appliance. Each manufacturer…
The test I use to know if a furnace filter needs changing is to hold it up to a bright light. If you can see through the filter, put it back in the furnace. If you suspect the filter is dirty enough to restrict the air flow, then change it out to a new filter….
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…
