HVAC Tips
Troubleshooting Guide: What to Do If Your 12,000 BTU Wall AC Isn’t Cooling Properly
By Tony Marino — DIY homeowner helping families keep their wall ACs running smoothly.
📘 Introduction
There’s nothing worse than walking into your ...
Maintenance Tips: Keeping Your 10k–12k BTU Wall AC Running Like New
By Tony Marino — A homeowner who’s learned that taking care of your AC is just as important as buying the right one.
📘 Introduction
When I install...
Energy Efficiency in 2025: Do 10k–12k Through-the-Wall ACs Qualify for Tax Credits?
By Tony Marino — A homeowner who believes in staying cool without draining the wallet.
📘 Introduction
When I upgraded my old window AC to a 12,000...
Best Brands Compared: LG vs. GE vs. Friedrich in the 10k–12k BTU Range
By Tony Marino — DIY homeowner and HVAC enthusiast helping you make the right call on your next through‑the‑wall AC purchase.
📘 Introduction
Choos...
Wall Sleeve 101: Choosing the Right Fit for Your 10k–12k BTU AC
By Tony Marino — DIY homeowner and HVAC enthusiast who learned the hard way why the right wall sleeve makes all the difference.
📘 Introduction
A f...
Installation Guide: How Tony Prepped His Wall for a 12,000 BTU AC
By Tony Marino — A DIY homeowner who wanted a quieter, more efficient cooling system for his family room.
📘 Introduction
For years, I wrestled wit...
Through-the-Wall vs. Window Units: Why Tony Chose a Built-In AC
By Tony Marino — a DIY‑minded homeowner who values comfort, energy savings, and smart upgrades.
📘 Introduction
When summer hit last year, Tony fac...
Is 10,000 or 12,000 BTUs Enough? Tony’s Guide to Sizing Your Through-the-Wall AC
Written for Tony Marino, the DIY‑minded homeowner who wants efficient, cost‑effective cooling for mid‑sized rooms with a Best Through The Wall Air ...
Troubleshooting a 5-Ton R-32 Heat Pump: What to Do If It Isn’t Heating or Cooling
🏁 Introduction: When Comfort Suddenly Stops
Nothing ruins your day like waking up to a freezing house in January or a sweltering living room in Jul...
Do 5-Ton R-32 Heat Pumps Qualify for Energy Rebates & Tax Credits in 2025?
🏁 Introduction: Tony’s Money‑Saving Question
Hi, I’m Tony. When my old R‑410A system started struggling last summer, I knew I had to upgrade. A 5‑t...
Maintenance Guide: Keeping Your 5-Ton R-32 Heat Pump Running Like New
🏁 Introduction: Tony’s Rule of Thumb
When I bought my 5‑ton R‑32 heat pump, the installer gave me advice I’ll never forget:
“Take care of it, and ...
Clearance, Noise & Design Considerations for a 5-Ton R-32 System
🏁 Introduction: Tony’s Installation Challenge
Hi, I’m Tony. When I finally decided to upgrade to a 5‑ton R‑32 heat pump, I thought the hardest part...