About Me

Learning About Residential Furnaces

Hi, my name is Frank. When I moved into my new home, I was shocked at the poor performance of the furnace. It would not kick on unless the thermostat was set to full blast. When it did turn on, it barely pumped out enough air to warm up the space directly around the vents. My HVAC contractor helped me understand that a new furnace needed to be ordered right away. The contractor also performed the install and subsequent maintenance procedures. In an effort to help others in a similar situation, my site will cover the process of replacing, maintaining and fixing residential furnaces. Thanks for coming by.

What Is A Downflow Style Furnace And When Is The Style The Best Choice For A Home?

Posted on October 14, 2016

Furnace models often advertise as being either an upflow or downflow type unit. The different flow types refer to the orientation of the installed unit and the direction the hot air blows out from the furnace. A downflow furnace points the hot air in a downward direction into your living spaces. Downflow furnaces have a few essential pros and con that, when weighed, can help you determine whether this is the right style of unit for your home. [Read More]

Air Conditioning Installation: Challenges Of In-Slab Ductwork You Should Be Aware Of

Posted on July 19, 2016

The air duct system plays an important role when it comes to the performance of the air conditioning system. Since it is responsible for moving air into the air conditioning system, how in-shape it is usually determines the rate of airflow in the air conditioning system. And since it is also responsible for dumping the air-conditioned air into the home, how clean it is plays a role in determining the air quality of the home. [Read More]

3 Things You Can Do To Stay Cool When Your AC Is Out For The Count

Posted on July 19, 2016

The temperatures get warmer every summer, which means that you may be relying on your cooling more. This also means that your AC will need more maintenance and repairs. It also means that HVAC technicians are busier than ever repairing peoples cooling systems, and it may take time for them to get to your home when your air conditioner is out. If you want to stay cool while waiting for repairs to be done to your AC, here are some tips that may help you this summer: [Read More]

Shielding Your HVAC Unit From The Effects Of Floods And Storms

Posted on June 2, 2016

Floodwater can damage your HVAC by clogging the drain line, dirtying the air filter, and frying the electrical circuitry. Use these five measures to keep water out of your HVAC unit during a storm or flood: Raise the Concrete Base The HVAC unit typical sits atop a concrete base. Unfortunately, this concrete base is usually just a few inches above the ground, which permits floodwater to reach the unit. Therefore, raising the base is a good way of keeping floodwater out of the unit. [Read More]