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  • Mini Splits | Air Conditioning | Heat Pumps

    Can Mini Splits Produce Carbon Monoxide?

    ByChad Peterson January 10, 2022July 18, 2026

    It’s a good thing you’ve asked this question because it shows your concern for your safety and the safety of those you care about, which is everyone I hope. That “Happily Ever After” sign that you can see above has some significance. I can’t conceive of any possible way that a mini split could produce…

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    Heat Pumps | Air Conditioning | Mini Splits

    Should You Splice A Communication Wire On A Mini Split?

    ByChad Peterson January 5, 2022July 18, 2026

    Yes, you can splice a communication wire on your mini-split, but it’s not recommended. Splices in this wire become a weak link in the system’s communication. This site contains affiliate links. I make a small commission, but you don’t pay more. But it may not be worth the savings between splicing the wire and creating…

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  • Digital thermostat screen with O or B reversing valve selection showing
    Heat Pumps

    Do I Select O or B In My Heat Pump Thermostat Settings?

    ByChad Peterson January 1, 2022June 16, 2026

    The O/B setting in a heat pump thermostat controls the operation between heat and cool modes.

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  • furnace is leaking water from inducer motor
    Furnaces

    My Furnace Is Leaking Water, What Can I Do?

    ByChad Peterson December 29, 2021June 8, 2026

    If your furnace is leaking water, it could be for multiple reasons. I thought that if I listed a few, one idea might make sense and apply to your situation: This is a very generic question to ask. I can’t answer your question without more information from you. I have questions such as: Is it…

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  • Reset button on a Carrier air conditioner unit
    Heat Pumps | Air Conditioning

    Where’s The Reset Button On A Carrier Heat Pump Or AC Unit?

    ByChad Peterson June 17, 2021July 21, 2026

    It’s a big temptation to push the reset button on a Carrier, especially if you’re sweating or freezing. But what if your unit doesn’t even have a reset button? I may not be able to show you where the reset button on a Carrier is because there are so many models that don’t have reset…

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  • Heat Pumps

    Why Is My Heat Pump Blowing Cold Air In Winter While The Heat Is On?

    ByChad Peterson June 12, 2021April 22, 2026

    I have found this heat pump blowing cold air problem so many times I can’t even count. It’s easy to diagnose and it generally occurs in one of two ways. Although there can be more complicated problems, these are the two most common. Let me elaborate on these two. Why Does A Heat Pump Need…

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  • Air Conditioning | Heat Pumps

    Will Freon Leak Without A Cap?

    ByChad Peterson January 7, 2021July 18, 2026

    A Freon leak without a cap is possible, but it is more likely to leak due to a faulty schrader core valve. The schrader core valve is the stem inside the service port that when depressed allows Freon to escape. Service ports are where technicians attach their gauges that measure the pressures in an air…

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  • Heat Pumps | Air Conditioning

    How To Check For Freon Leaks In A Home AC And Save Money

    ByChad Peterson January 2, 2021July 18, 2026

    Freon is a brand name, the generic name for Freon is refrigerant. Several companies manufacture refrigerant such as DuPont (Freon), Mil-Spec Industries, MexiChem, and others. Your home’s AC system is built to contain or hold a certain amount of refrigerant that varies with size and model. Unlike the rumors that you hear about car air…

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  • Everything Else

    Can I Turn Off The Fan That Brings In Outside Air?

    ByChad Peterson December 1, 2020June 8, 2026

    Everybody loves fresh air. At least everybody I’ve ever known any way. But before you turn off or block off that fresh air intake vent, take just a moment reading this article and understand a little bit about why you have a fresh air vent in the first place. Lack of fresh air in your…

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