How to Choose the Right Furnace Size for Your Home: The Straight-Talk Guide to Getting It Right

How to Choose the Right Furnace Size for Your Home: The Straight-Talk Guide to Getting It Right

Choosing the right furnace size is critical to keeping your home warm, comfortable, and your energy bills reasonable. Too small, and your furnace works overtime; too big, and you waste money and risk short cycling. Mark breaks down the essentials of furnace sizing so you can pick the perfect fit with confidence.

How to Choose the Right Furnace Size for Your Home: The Straight-Talk Guide to Getting It Right

How to Choose the Right Furnace Size for Your Home: The Straight-Talk Guide to Getting It Right

Choosing the right furnace size is critical to keeping your home warm, comfortable, and your energy bills reasonable. Too small, and your furnace works overtime; too big, and you waste money and risk short cycling. Mark breaks down the essentials of furnace sizing so you can pick the perfect fit with confidence.

Goodman vs. Mitsubishi: A Tech’s Take on the 3 Ton AC Matchup By Jake Lawson, HVAC Installer and No-Nonsense Gearhead

Are you torn between a Mitsubishi 36000 BTU mini split and a Goodman 3 Ton System? You’re not alone. In this no-BS guide, I’ll walk you through how these systems actually stack up—from install headaches to long-term ROI—so you can make the right call without the marketing fluff.

How to Size and Position a DIY Heat Pump for Best Performance

How to Size and Position a DIY Heat Pump for Best Performance

A heat pump that’s too big, too small, or poorly placed won’t do your home any favors. This guide walks DIYers through proper sizing, BTU load tips, and indoor/outdoor unit placement strategies to keep energy bills low and comfort high.

Keep Your Furnace Running Smooth: Expert Installation and Troubleshooting Tips

Keep Your Furnace Running Smooth: Expert Installation and Troubleshooting Tips

Whether you’re tackling furnace installation for the first time or troubleshooting that stubborn heating issue, this ultimate guide has your back. Mark, your no-nonsense HVAC guy, breaks down everything you need to know—from prep and installation to common problems and quick fixes. Stay warm and worry-free this winter with tips you can actually use. 

Inside the Goodman 3 Ton AC Unit with Coil: Power, Performance & the Smart Way to Cool Your Home

Looking for a reliable and efficient cooling solution for your home? Jake Lawson breaks down everything you need to know about the Goodman 3 Ton AC Unit with Coil, explaining how it stacks up against other options like the Goodman 3 Ton AC Coil, and why choosing a bundled system could save you time, energy, and money. Whether you're replacing an old unit or planning a new install, this guide has the insight you need to make a smart investment in year-round comfort.

DIY Furnace Maintenance You Can Do in Under 30 Minutes

DIY Furnace Maintenance You Can Do in Under 30 Minutes

Your furnace works hard all season long. Give it some love back with these quick, easy DIY maintenance tasks you can finish in half an hour or less—no special tools or HVAC degree needed. Let’s keep your home warm and your wallet happy!

Is a 2 Ton Goodman AC Unit Enough? Jake Lawson Tells You What You’re Really Getting

“Before you drop your hard-earned money on a 2 ton Goodman AC unit, let’s figure out if it’s really the right fit — or if you’ll end up sweating through July wishing you’d gone bigger.”Jake Lawson

Common Mistakes DIYers Make When Installing Heat Pumps (and How to Avoid Them)

Common Mistakes DIYers Make When Installing Heat Pumps (and How to Avoid Them)

Installing your own heat pump? This guide highlights the most common mistakes DIYers make — from skipped vacuums to leaky flares and electrical missteps — and how to avoid them. Get clear, practical tips for a safe, efficient, and code-compliant install.

The Furnace Filter Deep Dive: When to Change It and Why It Actually Matters

The Furnace Filter Deep Dive: When to Change It and Why It Actually Matters

Let’s clear the air—literally. In this fun and fact-filled deep dive, I’ll walk you through why your furnace filter matters more than you think, how often to change it, and what happens when you ignore it (spoiler: it’s not great).

Tools and Materials Checklist for Installing a Mini-Split Heat Pump

Tools and Materials Checklist for Installing a Mini-Split Heat Pump

Planning a DIY mini-split install? This guide lists every tool and material you’ll need — from vacuum pumps and torque wrenches to caulk and line set covers. Learn what’s included in the box, what’s not, and why the right tools make all the difference for safety and performance.

Do You Really Need a 30,000 BTU Air Conditioner? Jake Lawson Breaks It Down

If you're looking at a 30,000 BTU air conditioner, you're probably cooling a big space—and I mean big. But before you throw one in your cart, let’s figure out if a 30000 BTU AC unit is really what your home needs—or if you’re better off with a central R-32 system that’ll save you money and give you real performance.

Think Bigger: What to Know Before You Buy a 5 Ton Mini Split or 60000 BTU System

Is a 5-ton mini split overkill for your home, or exactly what your space needs? In this no-nonsense guide, I’ll walk you through everything from sizing to refrigerant to zoning — and why sometimes bigger isn’t always better.

Electric vs. Gas Furnaces: Which One Fits Your Lifestyle (and Budget)?

Electric vs. Gas Furnaces: Which One Fits Your Lifestyle (and Budget)?

Deciding between a gas or electric furnace? Let’s break it all down—cost, comfort, installation, and safety—so you can heat your home with confidence and maybe even save a few bucks along the way.