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The air handler is a vital component of a heating, ventilation, and cooling (HVAC) system. It’s responsible for moving or “handling” conditioned air. Whether you use the air conditioner or furnace, the air handler will move the conditioned air throughout your home. If you’re planning to replace your home’s air handler, though, there are several …
The furnace is designed to warm the air in your home by running it over a heat exchanger. The heat exchanger “exchanges” heat produced by the furnace’s heating element to the air. While some furnaces stop producing warm air when they fail, others can fail by constantly running. If your furnace constantly runs, it may …
The furnace is a critical component of a heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) system. While HVAC systems use an air conditioner for cooling, they rely on a furnace for heating. If you’re looking to buy a new furnace, though, you might be wondering whether they all use a pilot light. Pilot lights are commonly found …
Do you live in a multi-story home? Whether it has two or tree stories, you may discover that the bottom floor is often cooler during the winter. Heat, of course, rises. When warm air is released out the vents, it will naturally rise to the upper floors. Fortunately, there are a few things you can …
When researching residential heating solutions for your home, you’ll probably come across heat pumps. They’ve become a popular alternative to furnaces in recent decades. Heat pumps don’t use burners to warm the indoor air. Instead, they collect heat from the outdoor air and transfer it inside your home. Although they are called “heat pumps,” they …
Your home’s heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) system does more than just create a comfortable temperature; it cleans the air. There are airborne pollutants in all homes, some of which include dust mites, bacteria, mold, and pollen. Fortunately, all HVAC systems are equipped with a filter to remove airborne pollutants such as these. There are …
Dry indoor air is a common occurrence during the winter season. The air inside your home always contains at least some moisture. When the temperature drops, however, so will the air’s moisture content, resulting in low humidity levels. Fortunately, there are ways to tackle dry indoor air during the winter. #1) Use a Humidifier The …
Heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) systems consist of many different components, including plenum boxes. Located in the duct work – right before the air handler or furnace – they play an important role in warming and cooling your home’s interior. Depending on the type, a plenum box may be connected to the supply outlet or …
With summer coming to an end, you should use this opportunity to ensure that your heating, ventilation and cooling system (HVAC) is ready for the fall season. Fall is a unique time of year because of its mild temperatures. Depending on where you live, you may find yourself using both the AC and heat. By …
If your AC system is performing poorly, it may be low on refrigerant. Low refrigerant levels can cause a myriad of problems, including lack of cooling power, frozen coils and even higher electricity bills. While a heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) professional can fix these and other related problems by charging your AC system, you …
