HVAC Tips

Wondering what a new furnace will really cost? Our Furnace Cost Calculator breaks it into three clear buckets: installation pricing, operating costs, and long-term savings. Learn how efficiency ratings, insulation, and fuel type change the math, and see why sizing accuracy matters more than square footage shortcuts.

Utility rebates in 2025 can save you hundreds or even thousands on a new heat pump, but only if you know where to look and how to apply. This guide walks you through rebate finders, state portals, and manufacturer programs, with tips to stack incentives, avoid paperwork denials, and time your install for maximum savings.

Choosing the right HVAC system starts with climate. This guide compares heat pumps, furnaces with central AC, ductless mini-splits, packaged units, PTAC/VTAC, and supporting parts like air handlers and coils.

Cold-climate heat pumps now deliver reliable heat even at -22°F (-30°C). This 2025 roadmap explains how to choose the right model, size it correctly, place it to avoid ice, wire it safely, and set up backup heat. You’ll also get DIY-friendly tips for line sets, filters.

Gas and electric furnaces keep homes warm in very different ways and carry different risks. Gas models need safe venting, CO monitoring, and leak detection. Electric units demand proper wiring, breaker sizing, and load management.

High SEER2 doesn’t always mean low bills. This guide explains what SEER2 really measures, the new DOE minimums by region, and the five biggest mistakes that keep efficient systems from delivering real savings.

Not all AC warranties are created equal. This 2025 guide compares the top 10 central air conditioner brands by compressor, parts, and labor coverage so you know what’s really protected.

Is your old furnace wasting heat and money? Condensing furnaces capture extra energy from exhaust, lowering bills and boosting efficiency. This guide explains how they work, what condensate means, venting options, install watch-outs.

Your furnace needs more than fuel it needs the right mix of combustion air for safe, efficient operation. This guide breaks down the math, code methods, and quick homeowner checks in plain English. From confined vs.