Purchasing a furnace capacitor and installing it is easy to do and falls into the do-it-yourself category. Basic precautions need to be taken mainly turning the power off to the furnace as not to get shocked. Furnaces can fall into three categories when it comes to capacitors. Not have a capacitor at all. Some units… Read More »
There are different types of furnaces and furnace manufacture but below is the most common steps for a furnace to go through to start. While most furnaces will follow the below sequences there may be variations in models and manufacturers. Gas Furnace Sequence of Operation The thermostat reaches a set temperature and sends a signal… Read More »
What is a Gas Furnace Pressure Switch? A gas furnace pressure switch is a safety component that makes sure gas is being vented from a furnace before starting. The furnace pressure switch sends a signal to the furnace control board that verifies the inducer motor is working. An inducer motor spins creating a vacuum that… Read More »
Mini-Split Heat Pump units are a great way to heat and cool a garage since they are small and are low-cost to operate. They can be installed by an HVAC company or by a handy Do-It-Yourself type person. DIY mini-split kits have become very popular since they can be installed by a homeowner and are… Read More »
Tiny homes have become very popular for many reasons from low-cost and saving money to less impact on the environment. Heating and cooling a tiny home can be done in a variety of ways with perhaps the best option to use a Ductless Mini Split Heat Pump. Using a ductless mini split on a tiny… Read More »
UV lights are a great option for an HVAC system to kill off mold, mildew, and airborne viruses. This makes them ideal in many scenarios for keeping the air cleaner to breathe. What Are HVAC UV Lights? HVAC UV Lights are bulbs that radiate UV light that kills mold, mildew, and airborne viruses. UV (Ultraviolet)… Read More »
2020 has become a great year for anyone looking for a quiet window air conditioner with many new designs making them quieter and more efficient. There are new units that are now built in a Saddle or U shaped design that allow the noisy compressor to sit on the other side of the window. Most… Read More »
Keeping a garage warm, or at least warmer, is ideal when working during the winter. One of the problems with many garages is they lack a 220 volt outlet to run a heavy duty heater. 220 volts is ideal to get the high amps needed to run a commercial style electric heater. With that said… Read More »
Heat pumps are a great way to heat or cool a home with only electricity. No gas is required for a heat pump to work. Heat pumps work the same way a regular air conditioner works only reversing itself in the winter to heat a home instead of cooling. This means they can both heat… Read More »
Furnaces have been in a constant evolution to become more efficient and last longer. During this constant change manufactures have continued to rethink the way furnaces work, from lighting gas with a pilot light, to using an eclectic igniter. Even though furnaces have changed over the years many older units are still in service and… Read More »