Do You Need a Heat Loss Calculation (Manual J) Jake’s DIY Method Explained

Do You Need a Heat Loss Calculation (Manual J)? Jake’s DIY Method Explained

If you’ve ever asked an HVAC pro how they size a furnace or air conditioner, you’ve probably heard them mention something called “Manual J.” It sou...
How Climate Zone Impacts Furnace Sizing Comparing Minnesota vs. Texas

How Climate Zone Impacts Furnace Sizing: Comparing Minnesota vs. Texas

If you’ve ever talked to a friend in another state about their furnace, you might have noticed something weird: their system size is way different ...
Matching Your Furnace to Your Ductwork Why Airflow Matters as Much as BTUs

Matching Your Furnace to Your Ductwork: Why Airflow Matters as Much as BTUs

If you’ve been researching furnaces, you’ve probably heard endless talk about BTUs—the power rating that determines how much heat a furnace can pro...
Is a 100,000 BTU Furnace Right for a Two-Story Home Let’s Run the Numbers

Is a 100,000 BTU Furnace Right for a Two-Story Home? Let’s Run the Numbers

A two-story home is a balancing act when it comes to heating. Warm air rises, cool air settles, and if your furnace isn’t properly sized—or properl...
When Bigger Isn’t Better The Hidden Costs of an Oversized Furnace

When Bigger Isn’t Better: The Hidden Costs of an Oversized Furnace

If you’ve ever shopped for a furnace, you’ve probably heard this line: “You might as well go a little bigger—just to be safe.” It sounds logical....
Why a Two-Stage Furnace Can Save You From Sizing Mistakes

Why a Two-Stage Furnace Can Save You From Sizing Mistakes

Sizing a furnace can feel like Goldilocks’ challenge—you don’t want too big or too small. But what if there was a system smart enough to adjust on ...
BTUs, Square Footage & Climate Zones A Step-by-Step Furnace Sizing Guide

BTUs, Square Footage & Climate Zones: A Step-by-Step Furnace Sizing Guide

hen it comes to buying a new furnace, one of the biggest mistakes homeowners make is guessing the size they need. Too big, and you’ll waste energy ...
How to Know If Your Furnace Is Oversized: Real Signs You’re Wasting Energy

How to Know If Your Furnace Is Oversized: Real Signs You’re Wasting Energy

If your furnace seems to roar to life, blast heat for a few minutes, then shut off—only to repeat the cycle again and again—you might be dealing wi...