Whether you’re a new homeowner or just learning the basics, this section covers general HVAC information that applies across all systems. Learn how your heating and cooling work together, what regular maintenance really matters, and how to avoid common mistakes. These articles are perfect for beginners or anyone wanting to better understand their home’s HVAC system.
There is no difference today when considering programmable vs non-programmable thermostats. It’s an adjustment in the settings and can be changed at any time. Today’s thermostats play a critical part in your comfort. Often called a control, thermostats have several settings, some of which work in the background, sort of like a smartphone. An interesting…
Why Every Homeowner Needs to Protect Their A/C Drain Line Mold, bacteria, and clogs can ruin your HVAC system! The iFLO AC Drain Line Cleaner prevents costly damage with smart, automated cleaning. Find out how! Your air conditioning system does more than keep your home cool—it also removes excess moisture and lowers indoor humidity. That…
It may seem like you can buy refrigerant without a license, but some laws prohibit certain types and amounts of refrigerant. This is an important and confusing question to answer. Especially if you need to buy some R410A refrigerant without a license. If you get the wrong answer you could be breaking the law. I’ve…
Air penetrates the walls of homes, especially older homes, and finds it’s way to unsuspecting thermostats causing changes in temperature that can haunt a homeowner.
A gas furnace sequence of operation begins with a signal from the thermostat to start the furnace. Next comes a call for the inducer motor to prove that venting will occur. Most thermostats these days are digital and will display “heat on” somewhere on the screen depending on your type of thermostat. With the thermostat…
If your furnace is leaking water, it could be for multiple reasons. I thought that if I listed a few, one 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 winter…
And not to complicate the acronym but there is also HVACR. So getting right down to it, here’s the definition: Heating, Venting , Air Conditioning and the “R” is Refrigeration. HVAC has become the closest thing to a title that we in the industry have been able to acquire. Those that do plumbing are plumbers….
Not any one or two of these tips will give you complete confidence about the honesty and integrity of a company and it’s employees and no doubt not very many people will do anywhere near all of these when in a position to choose a contractor, but these are “tips” to help you be aware…