HVAC Tips

Installation Guide: What Mark Looks for When Setting Up a Goodman 2.5 Ton System
Installing a central AC system isn’t just about connecting a few wires and flipping a switch. In my 15+ years of working with Goodman systems, I’ve...

What Does 13.8 SEER2 Really Mean for Your Energy Bills?
If you’ve been shopping for a new air conditioner in 2025, you’ve probably noticed the “13.8 SEER2” rating on a lot of Northeast systems. It’s not ...

Is a 2.5 Ton AC System Enough for Your Home in the Northeast?
When you’re trying to figure out whether a 2.5-ton air conditioning system will keep your home comfortable in the Northeast, you’re not just asking...

Clearance & Utility Space Fit: Will a 40,000 BTU Furnace Work in Your Closet or Basement?
🏠Introduction: Why Furnace Clearance Matters
Here’s a mistake I see all the time: a homeowner buys a compact furnace, thinks, “It’ll fit in that c...

Brand Comparison: Goodman vs. Amana vs. Carrier 40,000 BTU Furnaces
🏠Introduction: Why Brand Matters — and Why It Doesn’t
I’ve been installing furnaces for over 15 years, and I’ll let you in on a little secret: the...

Do R-32 Gas Furnaces Qualify for Energy Rebates or Tax Credits in 2025?
🏠Introduction: Why Incentives Matter in 2025
When homeowners ask me about upgrading to an R-32 gas furnace, the first thing they usually ask is:
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Can a 40,000 BTU Furnace Heat an Entire Home? Layouts & Limitations
🏠Introduction: Why “One Size Fits All” Doesn’t Work
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve had a homeowner point to a furnace online and ask me:
👉 “...

Troubleshooting Guide: What to Do If Your 40,000 BTU Furnace Isn’t Heating Right
🏠Introduction: Don’t Panic, Diagnose
Picture this: it’s the first cold night of winter, you crank up the thermostat, and… nothing. No warm air, no...

Maintenance Tips to Keep Your 40,000 BTU Furnace Running Smooth
🏠Introduction: Why Maintenance Is Non-Negotiable
If there’s one truth I’ve seen again and again in 15+ years of installs, it’s this: a neglected f...

Cost Breakdown: Equipment, Installation & Long-Term Savings
🏠Introduction: The Real Cost of Comfort
If there’s one question I hear more than any other when I’m in a customer’s basement or utility closet, it...

Installation Guide: What Mark Checks Before Fitting a 40,000 BTU Furnace
🏠Introduction: Why Prep Work Is Half the Battle
When homeowners ask me what makes the difference between a furnace that runs for 25 years and one ...

Why R-32 Matters in Gas Furnaces: Mark Explains the Switch from R-410A
🏠Introduction: The Big Shift in Refrigerants
I’ve been in the HVAC trade long enough to see refrigerants come and go. First, we said goodbye to R-...