HVAC For The Layman

Posted on: 24 February 2022

Most air conditioning repairs involve replacing existing parts in your condenser or indoor air handler unit. However, you can solve some problems by installing extra hardware on your system. These upgrades are known as hard start kits, and they can potentially solve a range of issues you may be facing with your air conditioner. While nearly any air conditioner can benefit from a hard start kit, this article will focus on using these upgrades to repair existing problems.
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Posted on: 19 January 2022

Modern furnaces are safe and reliable, but that's only because of years of engineering and design to ensure that failures don't create dangerous situations. Much of this modern design revolves around using sensors to detect problems and shut the furnace down in conditions that may threaten your health or property. While these protections keep you safe, it's still critical to realize when your furnace may not be working due to one of these problems.
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Posted on: 17 December 2021

Modern furnaces are relatively long-lasting. You may find estimates ranging from fifteen years up to a few decades for the average lifespan of a gas-fired furnace. While this long lifespan means that it's easy to get plenty of value for your money, it also means that many homeowners are operating relatively ancient units. Replacing an old furnace comes with substantial gains in reliability and efficiency but with a high price tag.
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Posted on: 1 December 2021

Summer is still many months away, which means you're probably not too concerned about your air conditioner. However, if you want to be ready when the warm weather finally does arrive, you should take care of the AC maintenance right away. Many people postpone AC maintenance until summer, but that's not always the best approach. This is especially true in regions where temperatures can rise quickly.  That's why winter AC maintenance is such an important procedure.
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