HVAC Tips
Electric Heat vs. Heat Pump PTACs: Which One Makes More Sense for Your Space?
(Mike here—your go-to DIY homeowner voice. If you’re standing in the PTAC aisle scratching your head about whether to grab the electric heat model ...
Is 14,700 BTUs Enough? Mike’s Guide to PTAC Sizing for Rooms & Apartments
(Mike here—your practical, cost-conscious homeowner. If you’re staring at a PTAC spec sheet wondering whether a 14,700 BTU Amana Distinctions unit ...
Mike’s Guide: How to Shop Scratch & Dent at The Furnace Outlet
🔧 Introduction: Why I Trust The Furnace Outlet
Howdy folks, Mike Sanders here.
Now, you all know I’ve been in the heating and cooling game for deca...
Who Should (and Shouldn’t) Buy Scratch & Dent HVAC Systems?
🔧 Introduction: Not Every Deal Fits Every Home
Hey there, Mike Sanders here.
If you’ve been following my scratch & dent HVAC series, you alread...
Installation Tips: What to Tell Your Contractor About Scratch & Dent Equipment
🔧 Introduction: Why the Conversation Matters
Howdy folks, Mike Sanders here.
Now, I’ve been around heating and cooling for decades, and one thing I...
Warranty & Return Policies on Scratch & Dent HVAC: What’s Covered (and What’s Not)
🔧 Introduction: The Fine Print Matters
Hey folks, Mike Sanders here.
If you’ve followed along with my scratch & dent series, you know I’m all a...
Do Scratch & Dent Water Heaters Make Sense for Your Home?
🔧 Introduction: Hot Water Without the High Price Tag
Hey there, Mike Sanders here. If there’s one thing I’ve learned in my years of working in heat...
Scratch & Dent Air Conditioners & Heat Pumps: What You Need to Know
🔧 Introduction: Cooling & Heating on a Budget
Hi folks—Mike Sanders here. If you’ve ever shopped for a new air conditioner or heat pump, you kn...
Scratch & Dent Furnaces: What Mike Looks for Before Buying
🔧 Introduction: Why Furnaces Deserve Extra Attention
Hey folks—Mike Sanders here. If you’ve been following along with my HVAC tips, you know I’m al...
How Much Can You Really Save on Scratch & Dent HVAC Equipment?
🔧 Introduction: Mike’s Money-Smart Perspective
Let me ask you something straight: when you think of HVAC equipment—air conditioners, heat pumps, fu...
Are Scratch & Dent Units Reliable? Pros & Cons Every Homeowner Should Know
Hey folks—Mike Sanders here again. If you’ve been following along with my guides, you know I’m all about value without compromise. When it comes to...
What Does “Scratch & Dent” Mean for HVAC Systems? Mike Explains the Basics
Hey folks—Mike Sanders here. You know me: I like saving money where it counts, but never at the expense of quality. Over the years, I’ve discovered...