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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 …
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 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 …
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 …
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 …
The thermostat is the main control system for your home’s heating, ventilation and cooling system (HVAC). Whether you want to make your home cooler or warmer, you’ll need to adjust the thermostat. When inspecting the thermostat, though, you may notice two primary options for the fan: ON and AUTO. While you can use them either …
Is your home well-insulated? If not, it could have a negative impact on your home’s heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) system. With insufficient insulation, thermal energy will escape your home. As the heated or cooled air exits your home, your HVAC system must work overtime, resulting in a lower level of performance. Below, you’ll learn …
Are you thinking about replacing your home’s heat pump? The heat pump is an essential component of a heating, ventilation and cooling system (HVAC) system. It’s able to both cool and warm the interior of your home by “pumping” heat out of the air. During the winter, the heat pump will extract heat from the …
