These boring HVAC statistics are not only boring, they are downright scary, and they might explain your high energy bills, poor airflow, or why your system might even suffer an early death. Few people pay attention to their HVAC system until something breaks. But when I run a “no heat” or “AC blowing warm air”…
Would you like a Prineville HVAC guide? I’m a retired HVAC professional sharing honest, unbiased advice based on over four decades of real-world experience. What Makes HVAC Different in Central Oregon? Climate Conditions You Have to Plan For Prineville’s elevation brings sharp winter lows and dry, hot summers. Heating and cooling systems here need to…
Use this duct cleaning guide to learn when you really need service — and how to tell if your duct cleaning was done properly afterward. Why Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Should Matter to Every Homeowner I have made this duct cleaning guide to aid every homeowner in making a good decision regarding the maintenance, care,…
Do you need practical information to install a garage heater with a gas line and venting? Learn all the steps and code requirements to do it right the first time. What’s Involved in a Garage Heater Installation Installing a garage heater isn’t just about mounting the unit on the wall and flipping a switch. You’ve…
The heat loss through the floor of a house is estimated at 10%. This is an estimate and varies by area of the country, type of construction and insulation. The 2nd law of thermodynamics states the heat travels to cold. Even though heat rises some of that heat will go to the cold floor. So…
A heat pump furnace is the indoor portion of a split system heat pump, as opposed to a package heat pump, which combines a complete system into one package. A heat pump furnace is the section of a heat pump that moves the air through the ductwork. It can be an electric, gas, or oil…
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….
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…
You’re evaluating a heat pump vs gas furnace efficiency, as you should. They are both great products and need a lot of consideration. My own opinion is: A heat pump heats and cools, and a gas furnace with AC heats and cools. If natural gas is not available, buy a heat pump. If natural gas…