HVAC

The water heater is one of the most essential appliances in your home. It provides hot water for showers, baths, dishwashers, and laundry machines. When the water heater malfunctions, it can cause extensive damage to the home, including massive flooding. In some cases, the homeowner may need to call a plumber or an HVAC technician. … Read more

Being in prison at any point in your life can make it challenging to find a job once you’re released. The good news is that it’s not impossible. Finding a job after leaving prison can reduce your chance of reconviction. However, primarily due to employer bias, felons’ unemployment rate is 27.3%. Luckily, the HVAC industry … Read more

When making home improvements, it’s possible that keeping your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer is a top priority. You could try and install them yourself, but thankfully there are HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) installers that have years of experience to complete the project for you. These workers are … Read more

HVAC sequencers are an essential part of any HVAC system, especially for heating. They are specially designed small circuits that help turn switches off and on and stabilize circuits in a typical electrical setting. Several mechanical devices depend on a sequencer; HVAC systems are no exception. And they are crucial to keeping the various mechanical … Read more

Is your furnace or AC attempting to activate, but nothing happens? Or is it blowing cool air? If that’s the case, the problem might be your low-pressure switch HVAC. Though you may think it’s too tricky to DIY troubleshoot it, you would be surprised to know you can easily test your HVAC low-pressure switch just … Read more

Your HVAC system’s condenser fan motor is hugely important. As the refrigeration unit works, it builds up heat which must dissipate. The condenser fan motor sends that heat out into the ambient air outside. Without this heat transfer, your compressor can overheat, which at best means your AC won’t cool, and at worst, could require … Read more

If you want to assess the existing condition of your HVAC system, you need an HVAC gauge! Owning one of these is critical for the health of your HVAC system. The gauge reads the pressure of various liquids and gases in your AC system with ultimate precision. It also charges your system and reads vacuum … Read more

An HVAC system consists of several components that work in unison to keep your house, building, or office at the desired temperature. Your motor must be working at optimum range to ensure that your indoor surroundings stay warm in the winter and cool in the summer. And it is the HVAC fan relay that is … Read more

In the past, houses were built to accommodate only a single duct system. Now, bigger and newer homes usually have multiple systems associated with ductwork. In dual-story homes, the lack of zoning can result in colder rooms on the lower story during winter and hot upstairs rooms in the summer. Due to this, achieving consistent … Read more

The simple thought of bacteria, mildew, and mold multiplying in your HVAC is worrying to someone who wants a clean, sanitized house. Perhaps the biggest issue with a compromised HVAC system is that it’s bad for you and your loved ones’ health, especially for those with severe breathing problems such as COPD or asthma. It’s … Read more

HVAC machines use a lot of energy, especially during the hotter months when they are most active. When it comes to HVAC machines, head pressure can determine their efficiency. Reducing high head pressure can be a way to lower your HVAC energy costs. So we put this comprehensive guide together on how to fix high … Read more

Your homeowner’s insurance helps cover your house or personal belongings that were damaged or destroyed by a specific event. Your HVAC not only increases the value of your home, but keeps you comfortable all year round. It’s only natural to wonder if it’s covered by your homeowner’s insurance. Is damage to your AC unit covered … Read more

The US government has extended the energy efficiency tax credit through 2021. Now, by purchasing a qualifying HVAC system, you can save on your monthly energy bills and qualify for up to $300 tax rebates. This article will explore all the possibilities for the tax credit, explain what it entails, and show you how to … Read more

Heating and air conditioning are pretty much an essential part of most of our lives and comfort levels. There are tons of different types of configurations, one of which being rooftop units or RTU. These are significantly more sturdy and weatherproof, made to resist all kinds of weather conditions and outdoor situations. If you’re looking … Read more

A plenum in the HVAC world is simply a box that connects the HVAC system. Its job is to circulate air for cooling and heating purposes by providing a path for heated or cooled air to pass. The plenum is important because it is where all supply and air ducts come together. In other words, … Read more

Have you ever considered how efficient your current cooling or heating system is? Standalone ACs and Whole house HVAC systems consume a lot of electricity, leading to high energy bills. Therefore, it’s imperative to consider the EER ratings of an air conditioning system when purchasing. But what are EER ratings exactly? Read on as we … Read more

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HVAC or Heating Ventilation and Cooling systems consume on average 35% of the overall electricity in any building that they are installed in. To reduce this power use and fall in line with new, stricter code requirements over energy usage, variable frequency drives or VFDs are installed. VFDs reduce the electrical consumption of the HVAC … Read more

Air filters are among the most important yet commonly ignored components of a healthy functioning HVAC system. These lightweight barriers ensure that the indoor air remains fresh by blocking allergens, dust, and other pollutants from entering your property. In addition to that, air filters improve your HVAC’s lifespan and reduce the need for frequent repairs. … Read more

With everything happening in the news lately, you might hear of the “war on solar” and think it’s just another hyped up headline, but solar power being pushed out by big utility companies is anything but hype. 2016 was the hottest year on record according to the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration, and 2017 has seen heat waves, ... Read more

No matter what time of year it is, you can always make improvements to your home to reduce the amount of energy you use. Melting snow and warmer weather may have you thinking about spring cleaning and home improvement projects. Or cooler weather in the fall may get you considering how to better and more … Read more

A great deal of research has gone into developing useful alternative energy sources. Here’s a look at some of the incredible innovations in the industry. Beta.Ray: The Magic Sphere Rawlemon, headed by the German architect Andre Broessel has created a spherical generator called the “beta.ray.” It generates energy twice as effectively as standard solar panels, despite having ... Read more

In a 2017 study published in the journal Nature Communications, Columbia University biophysicist Dr. Ozgur Sahin and colleagues assert that evaporation from reservoirs and lakes in the U.S. could produce 325 gigawatts of energy. That’s almost 70 percent of the average annual amount of energy the U.S. produces now. This research marks the first time evaporation’s capacity … Read more

Ultra violet (UV) lights have many uses. Many of them you’re probably not aware of. It can sterilize medical equipment, dry nail polish quickly, treat Vitamin D deficiency in people and sterilize different components in food production. Recently, it is being incorporated in air conditioners. A good question to ask is if it really is … Read more