HVAC Tips
Can You Install an Amana PTAC Yourself? What Jake Recommends Before You Start
🏁 Let’s Clear the Air: Can You Actually DIY a PTAC Install?
If you’ve ever stayed in a hotel room, worked in an office suite, or lived in a small a...
Amana Distinctions vs. GE Zoneline vs. Hotpoint: Which PTAC Is the Better Buy?
🏁 The Battle of the PTAC Giants: Setting the Stage
If you’ve ever walked into a hotel room, flipped the thermostat, and felt instant heat or cool a...
Electric Heat Explained: How the 3.5 kW Element in Your Amana PTAC Works
🔌 What “3.5 kW Electric Heat” Really Means
If you’ve ever looked at a PTAC spec sheet and seen “3.5 kW electric heat”, you might’ve wondered what t...
Is 12,000 BTUs Enough? How to Size Your Amana PTAC for Comfort and Efficiency
🧮 Why BTU Sizing Matters: Don’t Just Pick a Number
When you shop for a PTAC (Packaged Terminal Air Conditioner / Heater), the capacity figure — 12,...
Understanding R-32 Safety Standards: What Every Homeowner Should Know Before Installing
🔍 1️⃣ The Truth About R-32 Safety
If you’ve been researching a new air conditioner or heat pump lately, you’ve probably seen the term R-32 refriger...
R-32 vs. Heat Pump Systems: Which Offers Better Year-Round Efficiency?
🌡️ 1️⃣ Two Energy-Efficient Paths, One Big Decision
If you’re shopping for a new HVAC system in 2025, you’ve probably noticed one term popping up a...
Do R-32 Systems Qualify for Energy Rebates and 2025 Tax Credits?
💡 1️⃣ The 2025 Shift and Why Homeowners Are Asking
If you’re planning to upgrade your air conditioner or heat pump this year, you’ve probably heard...
Can You Pair R-32 ACs with Existing Gas Furnaces?
⚙️ 1️⃣ Why This Question Is Popping Up Everywhere
If you’re thinking about upgrading your air conditioner in 2025, you’ve probably seen the term R-...
How to Maintain Your R-32 System for Long-Term Performance
🔩 1️⃣ Introduction: Why Maintenance Matters More with R-32
If you’ve installed or are planning to install an R-32 air conditioner or heat pump, con...
How to Install an R-32 System: What Homeowners Should Know
🔩 1️⃣ Introduction: Why R-32 Installation Matters in 2025 and Beyond
If you’re planning a new AC or heat pump installation in 2025, there’s one wor...
R-32 Efficiency Guide: SEER2, EER, and Energy Savings Explained
🏠 Introduction: Why Efficiency Matters More Than Ever
If you’re shopping for a new AC or heat pump in 2025 or later, you’ve probably noticed two bi...
Is a 3-Ton R-32 System Right for Your Home? Sizing & Layout Tips
Getting the tonnage right is one of the most critical decisions in your HVAC project. If you oversize, you’ll suffer short cycling, poor humidity c...