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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 …
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 …
