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.
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…
Your home AC reset button is easier to find than most heat pumps or air conditioners. Most often it will be a small button protruding the outside of the unit. But in some cases, it will be inside the unit. It may take some searching. If your AC unit has a reset button, I hope…
May home owners become quickly frustrated when they lose heating or air conditioning and cannot determine which breaker in there panel operates there equipment.
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…
The sweet smell is the only one that I can relate to. Reactions from ammonia to rotten eggs.
These AC units have been operating in a very unlevel condition for many years. Funny how they are still working when all the other comments on the internet are saying they have to be level because of the oil in the bottom of the compressor. Now are you asking yourself “do heat pumps need to…
Manufacturers say the wrong kind of cover over your heat pump can void your warranty. Learn more here.
An electric furnace by itself does not have a heat pump, but an electric furnace with a heat pump you can add value and save money on your electric bill. Adding an air conditioner to an electric furnace will not save you money on your heating bill but it will give you that awesome cooling…
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….