HVAC Tips
Can You Install an Evaporator Coil Yourself? What Homeowners Should Know
Introduction: The Temptation of DIY HVAC Work
Replacing your evaporator coil isn’t like patching drywall or installing a new faucet. Yet with so ma...
R-410A vs. R-32 Evaporator Coils: Are You Future-Proofing Your HVAC System?
Introduction: The Refrigerant Shift Is Here
For decades, R-410A has been the go-to refrigerant for residential HVAC systems. But growing environmen...
How to Size an Evaporator Coil: Matching Tonnage to Your HVAC System
Introduction: Size Isn’t Just About Square Footage
When it comes to choosing an evaporator coil, one of the most misunderstood (and most critical) ...
Best Evaporator Coil Brands: Goodman vs. Carrier vs. Rheem vs. Trane
Introduction: Brand Matters When It Comes to Your Coil
When it's time to replace your evaporator coil, you might be tempted to just pick the cheape...
How to Clean and Maintain Your Evaporator Coil for Maximum Efficiency
Introduction: The Silent Workhorse Deserves Some Attention
You wouldn’t let your car go years without an oil change, right? But many homeowners neg...
Horizontal vs. Vertical Evaporator Coils: Which One Does Your Home Need?
Introduction: Orientation Matters More Than You Think
When shopping for a new evaporator coil, most homeowners focus on size, brand, or price. But ...
Do You Need to Replace the Condenser When You Replace the Evaporator Coil?
Introduction: The Homeowner’s Big Question
If you’re facing evaporator coil failure, your HVAC technician may throw you a curveball: “You might wan...
Evaporator Coil Replacement Cost in 2025: Real Homeowner Estimates
Introduction: Sticker Shock or Smart Investment?
You’ve identified the problem: your evaporator coil is shot. The good news is you caught it before...
Signs Your Evaporator Coil Is Failing (And What To Do About It)
Introduction: Don’t Ignore the Early Warnings
Your HVAC system might be keeping your home cool right now, but hidden inside your air handler or fur...
How Evaporator Coils Work: The Heart of Your Cooling System Explained
Introduction: The Hidden Hero of Your HVAC
When homeowners think about their air conditioning system, they usually picture the outdoor condenser un...
Federal Tax Credits, Utility Rebates & Incentives for SEER2 Air Conditioners in 2025, By Mike Sanders – The HVAC Guy Next Door
1. 🏁 Introduction: Don’t Leave Money on the Table
Every time you buy a new SEER2 air conditioner, there’s a chance to slash thousands off your bill...
What Installers Want You to Know Before You Buy a New Air Conditioner, By Mike Sanders – The HVAC Guy Next Door
1. ⚠️ Introduction: Aligning Expectations
Sometimes homeowners expect a new AC to be “plug and play.” Truth is, there’s a lot an installer cares ab...