HVAC Tips
Wall Sleeve 101: Which Sleeve Fits This Amana, and Why the Wrong One Causes Problems
Tony explains which wall sleeve fits the Amana 7,400 BTU unit, how sleeves affect airflow, drainage, noise, and why the wrong sleeve causes major performance issues.
Noise Levels: What This Amana Unit Actually Sounds Like Inside & Outside
Tony breaks down exactly how loud the Amana 7,400 BTU wall AC is inside and outside, what noises are normal, what aren’t, and how to fix rattles or vibration.
14,700 BTU PTAC Sizing Guide: Hotels, Offices & Large Rooms
Jake’s 14,700 BTU PTAC sizing guide covers square footage charts, climate zones, sunroom load increases, and common sizing mistakes for hotels and offices.
Amana 14,700 BTU PTAC Review: Real Performance, Real Value
Jake reviews the Amana 14,700 BTU PTAC with real cooling tests, heat strip results, noise readings, room size examples, and a pros/cons table for honest 2025 value.
Small Parts, Big Impact: How Smarter HVAC Infrastructure Cuts Your Carbon Footprint
Smart HVAC setup — including proper access panels — reduces energy waste, extends system life, and trims carbon emissions. Simple design meets big impact.
Clean Air Starts with Smart Access — How Proper HVAC Maintenance Access Elevates Indoor Air Quality
Clean HVAC access = easier maintenance, better airflow, less dust — a simple upgrade that boosts indoor air quality and home wellness.
The Unsung Sustainability Champion: How Access Panels Keep HVAC Systems Out of Landfills
Accessible HVAC panels enable easy maintenance, extend equipment life, and reduce waste. Learn how one simple design choice fights landfill-bound HVAC gear.
Why Smart Airflow Design — Including the Right Ceiling Access Panel — Is Key to Sustainable HVAC Performance
Good airflow design reduces energy waste, extends HVAC life & boosts indoor air quality. Discover how to optimize airflow with simple but critical components.
The 3 Tools Tony Never Installs a High-Efficiency Furnace Without — And Why Every DIYer Gets This Wrong
The First 10 Minutes After Install: Tony’s Full Startup & Commissioning Checklist
Why Tony Always Rebuilds the Return Drop on a Two-Stage Furnace Install
