Seasonal Maintenance for a 3-Ton Split:  What Mike Does Every 6 Months to Keep It Running for 15+ Years

Seasonal Maintenance for a 3-Ton Split: What Mike Does Every 6 Months to Keep It Running for 15+ Years

Mike reveals the 6-month maintenance routine that keeps a 3-ton split running 15+ years—filters, coils, drains, ducts, charge checks, static pressure, and safety.



Seasonal Maintenance for a 3-Ton Split:  What Mike Does Every 6 Months to Keep It Running for 15+ Years

Seasonal Maintenance for a 3-Ton Split: What Mike Does Every 6 Months to Keep It Running for 15+ Years

Mike reveals the 6-month maintenance routine that keeps a 3-ton split running 15+ years—filters, coils, drains, ducts, charge checks, static pressure, and safety.



Noise Control & Comfort: How to Get the 3-Ton Split to Run Smooth and Quiet

Noise Control & Comfort: How to Get the 3-Ton Split to Run Smooth and Quiet

Mike explains how to make a 3-ton split system run smooth and quiet by fixing return size, static pressure, duct layout, blower tuning, condenser placement, and vibration.



Efficiency Expectations: What 13.8 SEER2 Means — and What It Doesn’t

Efficiency Expectations: What 13.8 SEER2 Means — and What It Doesn’t

Mike explains what 13.8 SEER2 really means, breaking down SEER2 vs EER2, static pressure, humidity load, duct losses, internal load, and real-world 3-ton performance.



Ductwork Realities: Can Your Home or Office Handle 3 Tons of Airflow?

Ductwork Realities: Can Your Home or Office Handle 3 Tons of Airflow?

Can your building handle a 3-ton split system? Mike explains duct size, return airflow, static pressure, leakage, flex duct issues, and upgrades for proper performance.



Installation & Hidden Costs for a 3-Ton Split: What to Budget

Installation & Hidden Costs for a 3-Ton Split: What to Budget

Mike breaks down the real installation and hidden costs of a 3-ton split system—labor, ductwork, electrical, drain systems, accessories, and what you must budget.



3-Ton vs 2-Ton vs 4-Ton — When More or Less Is Better

3-Ton vs 2-Ton vs 4-Ton — When More or Less Is Better

Mike compares 2-ton, 3-ton, and 4-ton HVAC systems, explaining real load sizing, duct limits, climate, occupancy, windows, ceilings, and when each tonnage actually works.



What “Multi-Positional” Really Means — and Why It Matters for Install Flexibility

What “Multi-Positional” Really Means — and Why It Matters for Install Flexibility

Mike explains why “multi-positional” air handlers matter, how orientation affects airflow, noise, efficiency, drainage, and why Daikin’s 3-ton split fits tough installs.



Is a 3-Ton Light-Commercial Split System Right for Your Space?

Is a 3-Ton Light-Commercial Split System Right for Your Space?

Mike explains when a 3-ton light-commercial split system is the right choice, covering load calculation, duct size, insulation, occupancy, airflow, and real cooling needs.



Designing for Durability Samantha’s Components Checklist That Prevents 10 Years of Headaches

Designing for Durability: Samantha’s Components Checklist That Prevents 10 Years of Headaches

🏡 Introduction: “Durability Isn’t Luck — It’s Designed In.” Most homeowners think durability is something that “just happens” if you buy the right...
How Much Does a 100,000 BTU R-32 Gas Furnace Cost in 2025?

How Much Does a 100,000 BTU R-32 Gas Furnace Cost in 2025?

Tony breaks down the real cost of a 100k BTU R-32 furnace in 2025 — equipment, labor, ductwork, venting, gas lines, coil matching, and hidden fees homeowners overlook.

Why Your Furnace Isn’t the Problem—Your Layout Is Samantha’s Design-Failure Autopsy Guide

Why Your Furnace Isn’t the Problem—Your Layout Is: Samantha’s Design-Failure Autopsy Guide

🏚️ **Why Your Furnace Isn’t the Problem — Your Layout Is: Samantha’s Design-Failure Autopsy Guide**By Samantha Reyes — Smart Shopper & Practica...
Is an R-32 Gas Furnace Safe? Tony’s Breakdown of Combustion, Refrigerant Handling & Modern Protections

Is an R-32 Gas Furnace Safe? Tony’s Breakdown of Combustion, Refrigerant Handling & Modern Protections

Tony explains R-32 furnace safety, covering combustion, CO protection, refrigerant handling, venting rules, ignition safeguards, and modern HVAC safety codes.

Samantha’s “Flow Zones” Method: How She Designs Balanced Air Paths for Multi-Level Homes

Samantha’s “Flow Zones” Method: How She Designs Balanced Air Paths for Multi-Level Homes

🏡 **Samantha’s “Flow Zones” Method: How She Designs Balanced Air Paths for Multi-Level Homes** By Samantha Reyes — Smart Shopper & Practical Ho...