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 [...]
How Do you Determine the Age of an HVAC System when Looking at Homes?
If you’ve been house hunting you realize many homeowners don’t know the age of their heating and cooling system. Maybe it was there when they bought the house. Perhaps they know its age and just don’t want to tell you how old it is. It’s always wise to be able to determine the age [...]
Are Heat Pumps Really Cheaper than a Gas Furnace to Heat With?
You’ve heard that electric heat is the most expensive kind. You’ve heard that new gas furnaces are as much as 98% efficient. And yet you’ve heard that heat pumps can lower your energy bills. Are heat pumps really cheaper than a gas furnace to heat with? The answer is yes! Heat pumps can be a [...]
What is the Average Price of Replacing an Oil Furnace with Gas?
Many homeowners with oil furnaces consider switching to a gas when it’s time to replace the furnace. There are advantages to gas including higher efficiency, less maintenance of the furnace, and lower fuel bills. However, the cost of making the switch is always a concern. What is the average price of replacing an oil furnace [...]
Carrier Gas Furnace Troubleshooting
In this Carrier gas furnace troubleshooting guide you’ll learn what to look for if your furnace won’t come on or isn’t working properly. Carrier gas furnaces have a very good service record in general but things can go wrong on occasion. This guide will help you solve the problem quickly if possible or let [...]
Should I Buy a Gas Furnace and Air Conditioner or Gas Furnace and Heat Pump?
Heat pumps are becoming a very popular way to heat, and more homeowners are considering them. As you consider a new HVAC system, what’s right for your home, a gas furnace and air conditioner or a gas furnace and heat pump? There are several factors that you should consider as you evaluate which one [...]
Top Rated Gas Pack Units 2012
In an effort to help you find the right HVAC equipment for your home, we put together this Top Rated Gas Pack Units 2012 list. It gives you a starting point for researching models from the top manufacturers in the market. You’ll find individual gas pack reviews on our site for these and many [...]