HVAC Tips
The Truth About Horizontal Coil Installs: Why Coil Orientation Makes or Breaks Airflow
Mike explains why horizontal coil installs make or break airflow—covering coil pitch, airflow direction, duct transitions, attic heat, leakage, and SEER2 performance.
R-32 vs R-410A: Why Goodman Switched and Why It Matters for Your Cooling Performance
Mike explains why Goodman switched from R-410A to R-32—covering cooling performance, efficiency, humidity control, safety, compressor life, and real-world results.
Building Smart from Day One: Why Return-Air Duct Design Should Be a Priority in New Builds & Renovations
Early planning of ductwork — size, layout, return placement — transforms new builds or renovations into energy-efficient, comfortable, sustainable homes.
Maintenance Rituals for Long-Term Health of Ductwork & Indoor Air — A Savvy Homeowner’s Guide
Keep HVAC ducts clean and efficient with regular inspections, timely cleaning, and DIY checks — protect energy efficiency, indoor air quality & system health.
Pairing Return Ducts with Green HVAC Components: A Holistic, Eco-Smart Approach to Home Comfort
Discover how quality ducts + energy-efficient HVAC gear + good insulation cut bills, reduce emissions and deliver sustainable, comfortable air.
Variable-Speed Blower Breakdown: The Hidden Power of the GRVT960603BN
Technical Jake breaks down the hidden power of the Goodman GRVT960603BN variable-speed blower—CFM control, ECM efficiency, IAQ gains, noise cuts & freeze-up prevention.
Retrofit & Upgrade: When and Why It’s Time to Replace Old Return-Air Ducts
Spot signs of failing ductwork, upgrade to modern return-air ducts for energy savings, comfort, and indoor-air quality — timing matters for long-term gains.
What 15.2 SEER2 Really Means (Mike Explains Efficiency, EER2, Heat Load & Real Utility Bill Expectations)
Mike explains what 15.2 SEER2 really means, covering EER2, airflow, static pressure, humidity load, duct loss, heat load, and real-world cooling performance.
Why Goodman Pairs a 3-Ton Condenser With a 3.5-Ton Coil
Mike explains why Goodman pairs a 3-ton R-32 condenser with a 3.5-ton coil—covering airflow, static pressure, humidity control, TXV stability, and real-world performance.
Two-Stage vs Single-Stage Furnaces: Why This Goodman Beats 1-Stage Every Time
Two-Stage vs Single-Stage Furnaces — Jake cuts through the marketing noise. See why a Goodman two-stage furnace delivers quieter, consistent comfort, lower bills & better humidity.
60,000 BTU Furnace Sizing Guide: When This Model Is the Smart Choice
Confident Jake explains when a 60,000 BTU furnace is the right size using Manual J basics, climate zones, insulation charts, and real home examples up to 1,600 sq ft.
Is 3 Tons Enough? Mike’s Real-World Sizing Guide for the Goodman 15.2 SEER2 R-32 System
Mike explains when a 3-ton Goodman R-32 system is the right size, covering heat load, ducts, humidity, insulation, airflow, and real-world performance conditions.