Stuffing a mini split line set in conduit can be done if you use the right size conduit and long radius nineties. The above image shows two types of mini-split refrigeration line insulation. The black is relatively fragile and the white much stiffer and more durable. Pulling either through a conduit of any type would…
No propane or natural gas mini splits on the market yet. With the government cracking down on the Carbon Dioxide in our atmosphere I wouldn’t anticipate a fossil fuel mini split, ever. I have to say it seems sort of futile to use natural gas or propane combined to fuel a mini split for several…
Electric furnaces often have two breakers because the furnace requires a larger amount of power, which exceeds the capacity of a single breaker. Here’s why: Breakers are an important safety feature of air handlers or furnaces. Circuit breakers are not just a switch to turn a furnace on and off. They protect the wire that…
Installing a mini split head on an interior wall? Here’s what to know about condensate pumps, line routing, and avoiding costly mistakes. Finding just the right place to install the components of a ductless mini split is critical to the comfort and performance of these highly efficient units. Split means they are divided into two…
Is a gas pipe grounded or bonded, or both? Gas pipes should be bonded and may sometimes need to be grounded, depending on the local electrical code. Mechanical codes have improved over the years to ensure our homes and businesses’ safety and overall integrity. Bonding gas pipes to a proper ground is one of those…
How Do You Know If Your Home Thermostat Is Bad? If your home thermostat is hard to read, loose on the wall, and just gives you a hard time everytime you try to adjust the thing, just bite the bullet and get a new one. Easy for me to say, right? If you’re a DIY…
May home owners become quickly frustrated when they lose heating or air conditioning and cannot determine which breaker in there panel operates there equipment.
If I polish my outdoor AC unit, will it extend the life of my system? Probably not, but it will improve the aesthetics. Polishing or waxing an air conditioning unit can have an appealing effect on anyone who happens to see it, including yourself. Others probably won’t say a single word but you can grin…
Can a home AC compressor explode? Yes—it’s rare, but it can happen. Learn what causes it, how to spot warning signs, and what to do to stay safe. I’ve had it happen twice since 1977. Figure those odds when thinking if it could happen to you. The first was in about 1980 at the Portland…
