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Your air conditioning (AC) system is dependent upon refrigerant. Refrigerant is the substance that collects heat from inside your home so that it can be removed, thereby cooling your home’s interior. Without it, your AC system won’t be able to produce cold air. While AC systems have traditionally used chlorofluorocarbons (CFC)-based refrigerant, though, this is …
A functional, high-performance AC system is something that many homeowners take for granted. When the hot summer weather arrives, you may expect your AC system to provide ample cooling power. AC systems, however, can break down or suffer from performance problems. When this occurs, you’ll have one of two options: You can either get your …
Have you heard of air balancing? It’s a common service offered by heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) companies. Air balancing won’t necessarily increase the heating or cooling power of your HVAC system. Nonetheless, it can maximize your HVAC system’s performance and efficiency. What Is Air Balancing? Air balancing is an HVAC service that’s designed to …
Does your AC system have a condenser pad? Most condensers aren’t installed directly on the soil. Rather, they are installed on a large block consisting of concrete or a synthetic material. Known as a condenser pad, it serves several purposes. To learn more about condenser pads and why they are important, keep reading. Water Drainage …
The heat exchanger is an essential component of a furnace. Whether you have a gas or electric furnace, it probably features a heat exchanger. It’s a relatively simple component that’s designed to transfer heat into the ductwork. For a better understanding of heat exchangers and how they work, keep reading. The Basics of Heat Exchangers …
A furnace tune-up isn’t something that most homeowners think about. They assume their furnace will always do its job of warming the air inside their homes. Furnaces, however, are complex systems consisting of many different parts. If any of these parts fail, the furnace may struggle to perform its job. Rather than waiting until a …
Is your furnace leaking water? Whether it’s just a few drops or a large puddle, conventional wisdom should lead you to believe that this is not normal. Furnaces don’t contain water. Rather, they use electricity or gas to warm the air. What causes furnaces to leak exactly, and how do you fix it? Restricted Airflow …
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 …
