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Oversized vs. Undersized: Samantha’s Diagnostic Checklist to See Where Your Home Stands
Every homeowner eventually hits the same wall:
“My home just doesn’t feel comfortable — is my system too big or too small?”
Goodman 4 Ton 14.5 SEER...
Are You Planning an Addition or Finishing the Basement? How to Recalculate Tonnage Without Replacing Everything
Home additions are exciting — a new office, an expanded bedroom, a finished basement, or that long-awaited sunroom. But the moment homeowners start...
Ductwork: The Sizing Factor Nobody Talks About — Until Their System Starts Struggling
When homeowners think about HVAC sizing, they almost always focus on:
SEER2 ratings
Tonnage
Brand names
Refrigerant type
Heat pump vs. AC...
Smart Monitoring = Smart Sizing: How Devices Like This Amazon HVAC Sensor Reveal Your True BTU Needs
For decades, HVAC sizing has been based on formulas, experience, and educated guesses.Manual J calculations help, square footage gives us a startin...
Climate Zones Matter More Than You Think — Samantha’s Tonnage Map for Every U.S. Region
If there’s one thing I wish every homeowner understood about HVAC sizing, it’s this:
Your climate zone matters more than your square footage.
You...
R-32 vs. R-410A: How Refrigerant Type Changes the BTUs You Actually Get
When homeowners compare HVAC systems, they usually look at:
SEER2 ratings
Brand reputation
Tonnage
Noise level
Price
Warranty
But the...
Square Footage Lies: 7 Common Sizing Mistakes Homeowners Make (And How to Avoid Them)
When homeowners ask me what size HVAC system they need, I usually get the same question:
“How many tons should I buy for my square footage?”
It sou...
Is a 4-Ton System Overkill or Just Right? Real-World Floorplans Samantha Says It Does Fit
When homeowners ask me whether a 4-ton HVAC system is “too big,” “too small,” or “just right,” they’re almost always surprised by the answer.
Becau...
The Hidden Math Behind Perfect Comfort — Why Tonnage Isn’t the Only Thing That Matters
When homeowners talk about HVAC sizing, they usually ask one question: “How many tons do I need for my home?”
But here’s the truth I always share w...
How R-32 Gas Furnaces Perform in Northern Winters: Real-World Tests
🏠 Introduction: Can R-32 Really Handle Harsh Northern Winters?
When Samantha Reyes started researching a furnace upgrade, one question kept coming ...
Goodman vs. Amana vs. Rheem: Which R-32 Gas Furnace Offers the Best Value?
🏠 Introduction: Three Brands, One Big Decision
When Samantha Reyes decided it was time to replace her aging gas furnace, she thought choosing a new...
Do R-32 Gas Furnaces Qualify for Energy Rebates or Tax Credits in 2025?
🏠 Introduction: Efficiency That Pays You Back
When Samantha Reyes upgraded her old gas furnace to a new R-32 model, she expected lower energy bills...