HVAC Tips

A noisy HVAC system can ruin comfort whether it’s rumbling ducts, hissing vents, or a vibrating furnace. This guide shows how to pinpoint the source of sound and apply proven fixes: isolation pads for vibration, duct silencers for airflow.

Heating in Climate Zone 5B is tricky big daily swings, dry air, and thin atmosphere at elevation make sizing and equipment choice critical. This guide translates field know-how into a clear workflow: apply altitude-corrected BTU charts for furnaces.

Old homes are beautiful but their heating and cooling often isn’t. Uneven rooms, drafty walls, and legacy ducts make “just install a bigger unit” the wrong move. This guide shows how to right-size HVAC in older houses.

Cold climates push heat pumps to their limits long runtimes, snow, and ice can quickly erode efficiency. This guide breaks down practical upkeep in three layers: monthly filter checks, seasonal coil and drain prep, and annual pro servicing that protects warranties.

Gas furnaces bring steady heat in frigid winters, while electric furnaces and heat pumps pair seamlessly with solar, wind, and battery storage. Hybrid dual-fuel systems combine both, auto-switching for comfort and savings.

SEER2 is the new efficiency standard for central ACs and heat pumps built to reflect real homes, not perfect labs. Using tougher M1 blower tests and controlled chamber conditions, SEER2 ratings account for duct resistance, airflow, and climate realities.

Choosing the right central AC isn’t just about tonnage it’s about whether the equipment actually fits the space and can breathe. This guide breaks down standard footprints, indoor closet dimensions, outdoor pad sizes, and the clearances that keep airflow smooth and service access safe.

Buying HVAC in peak summer or winter means higher prices and long waits. This guide shows how off-season shopping late winter or early fall gets you better deals, faster installs, and more attention to detail.