HVAC Tips
Maintenance Tips to Keep Your Through-the-Wall AC Running Like New
If you’ve ever noticed your through-the-wall air conditioner running louder, cooling slower, or leaking a little water — don’t worry. It doesn’t al...
Wall Sleeve 101: Why You Need One (and How to Choose the Right Fit)
When most homeowners think about installing a through-the-wall air conditioner, their attention goes straight to the big stuff: cooling capacity, b...
Installation Guide: What to Know Before You Cut a Hole in the Wall
Installing a through-the-wall air conditioner is one of those projects that seems intimidating at first — after all, you’re literally cutting into ...
What’s the Difference Between Through-the-Wall and Window Air Conditioners?
If you’ve ever battled the summer heat with a noisy window unit rattling in the background, you might’ve wondered if there’s a better option. Throu...
How to Size a Through-the-Wall AC: BTUs, Square Footage & Efficiency
If you’ve ever struggled with a room that’s never quite cool enough—or ends up freezing after ten minutes—you already know how much sizing matters ...
Can You DIY a 2.5 Ton Goodman Install or Should You Call a Pro?
I’ve been in the HVAC trade for over 15 years, and one thing I hear a lot is:
👉 “Mark, can I just install this Goodman system myself and save a few...
Do Goodman 2.5 Ton Systems Qualify for Energy Rebates or Tax Credits in 2025?
When I sit down with homeowners in the Northeast, one of the first questions they ask me—right after “How much will it cost?”—is:
👉 “Will I qualify...
Goodman vs. Carrier vs. Amana: Which 2.5 Ton System Fits Northeast Homes Best?
When homeowners in the Northeast ask me which 2.5-ton system they should buy, the same three names always come up: Goodman, Carrier, and Amana.
All...
Clearance & Fit: Will a 2.5 Ton Goodman System Work in Your Utility Space?
One of the first questions homeowners ask me isn’t about SEER2 ratings or system tonnage—it’s:
“Mark, will this thing even fit in my basement/close...
Troubleshooting Guide: What to Do If Your 2.5 Ton Goodman AC Isn’t Cooling Right
Nothing’s worse than cranking on your AC during a sweltering July afternoon and realizing the house isn’t cooling down. I’ve been there with homeow...
Maintenance Tips to Keep Your Goodman 2.5 Ton System Running Smooth
By Mark Callahan, HVAC Installation Expert
I’ve installed hundreds of Goodman systems across the Northeast, and if there’s one thing I tell every h...
Cost Breakdown: Equipment, Labor & Long-Term Savings with a 2.5 Ton Goodman System
When homeowners ask me, “Mark, how much will a Goodman 2.5 Ton AC really cost me?” my answer is always: “It depends—but let me break it down.”
A lo...