What is the Most Efficient Way to Run your Central Air Conditioner?
All of us like to be comfortable indoors, even when it is hot and humid outdoors. We also like to keep our utility bills under control. What is the most efficient way to run your central air conditioner? This HVAC guide will give you tips for staying cool without blowing the budget on high [...]
What is the Best Temperature to Set an Air Conditioner’s Thermostat?
Some of us enjoy a very cool indoor climate in summer; others just want to make it bearable. Is there an optimal temperature to set the thermostat? Personal preference aside, what is the best temperature to set the thermostat during air conditioning season? This home HVAC guide takes a look at that, including the [...]
Will Running an Air Conditioner in Cold Weather Damage It?
While most homeowners don’t want to cool their homes down in winter, some consider running their central air conditioner in order to test the system. They may be making repairs or demonstrating to a potential buyer that the system is working. In addition, home appraisers working on loan applications are required to inspect the [...]
Why is a Central Air Conditioner Installed Outside a House and Not in the Basement?
The major component of a central air conditioner system is known as the condensing unit. It contains the compressor, the condensing coil, a fan and supporting parts. Some homeowners wonder why it is placed there. Why is a central air conditioner installed outside and not in the basement? Let’s take a look. How a [...]
Top Rated Central Air Conditioners 2012
This Top Rated Central Air Conditioners 2012 list gives you a starting point for finding the right model for your home. You will find individual central air conditioner reviews for each of these models on this site, so you can research the ones you want to compare side by side. Our criteria was not [...]
How Does a Variable Speed Furnace Improve your Air Conditioner’s SEER Rating?
What is the connection between a variable-speed blower and improved air conditioner efficiency? This central air conditioner guide tackles that question. How does a variable speed furnace improve your air conditioners SEER rating? Let’s take a look. By the way, SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio and measures how much cooling is achieved for [...]
Top Ten Central Air Conditioners
The top ten central air conditioners on the market offer a range of efficiency ratings so that you can choose the model that is right for your climate and needs. In a hot and humid setting, a very high efficiency air conditioner will begin to pay for itself immediately through reduced electric bills. In [...]
The Green Guide To Air Conditioners 2011
The Green Guide To Air Conditioners 2011 looks at the growing interest in green technology, explains what’s available in terms of energy-efficient equipment and gives three examples of central air conditioners using green technology. Consumer interest in energy-efficiency and reducing environmental impact has been growing, and it should be. According to one national study, [...]
Introduction to HVAC Systems
Every homeowner should have a brief introduction to HVAC systems because they are an integral part of any home. They represent a significant investment too, and information is needed to make cost-effective decisions about your home’s heating and air conditioning system. In this guide, an introduction to HVAC systems, we will cover basic terminology, list [...]
Top Rated Gas Furnaces 2011
This is our Top Rated Gas Furnaces 2011 Guide in which we share the best gas furnaces currently available in 3 different efficiency categories. Part of our purpose at WebHVAC.com is to provide our readers with quality reviews and information so that they can choose a furnace that makes the most sense for their home [...]