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The condenser unit is one of the most important pieces of equipment in residential AC systems. All split-system AC systems have an indoor unit and an outdoor unit. The condenser unit is the outdoor unit. While it may look like nothing more than a large metal box, it contains several key parts. What are the …
If you’ve been using the same single-speed heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) system since you originally bought your home, you might be wondering whether or not to upgrade to a variable-speed HVAC system. All residential, as well as commercial, HVAC systems have a blower. The speed at which the blower operates, however, may differ. What …
Your heating, ventilation and cooling system’s (HVAC’s) air filter won’t last forever. As it traps dirt and debris, it will become congested while simultaneously restricting airflow through the ductwork. While replacing the air filter sounds like a simple enough task, there are several mistakes you should avoid making. #1) Choosing the Wrong Size You’ll need …
How often do you typically get your air ducts cleaned? Air ducts are an important part of all centralized heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) systems. Your HVAC system will draw unconditioned air through the ducts. After cooling or warming it, your HVAC system will then release the conditioned air through the ducts. Air ducts, however, …
It’s no secret that AC systems are complex. They contain dozens of individual parts, each of which plays an important role in cooling your home. When researching AC systems and how they work, you may come across several terms. Below are some of the most common AC terms and their respective definitions. #1) Coils Coils …
Heat pumps have become an increasingly popular alternative to traditional heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) systems. If you live in an area with mild year-round temperatures, you may want to choose a heat pump. It will create a comfortable living space for you and your family while offering other benefits as well. With that said, …
Heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) technicians often perform load calculations when recommending AC systems and furnaces to their customers. If you’re planning to buy a new HVAC system, for instance, an HVAC technician may perform a load calculation. Using this information, the HVAC technician can then recommend AC systems and furnaces that are suitable for …
Has your AC system been diagnosed with high suction pressure? AC systems are designed to operate under pressure. As refrigerant travels between your AC system’s equipment, its pressure will increase and decrease. High suction pressure, however, poses several problems that you can’t ignore. What is High Suction Pressure? High suction pressure is a phenomenon in …
A refrigerant leak is a serious problem that can lead to some uncomfortably hot days for you and your family. If your AC system is leaking refrigerant, it will struggle to cool your home. It may provide some level of cooling power. Once most or all of the refrigerant has leaked out, however, your AC …
Air vents are an important part of your home’s heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) system. All centralized HVAC systems have air vents. When running the AC or heat, air will flow into and out of the vents. While closing some of the air vents may sound harmless, though, it can pose several problems. Duct Leaks …
