Furnace blower motors and capacitors are straight forward furnace parts that can be swapped out with some basic information. When buying a new furnace blower motor the old blower motor face plate will need to be examined. The tag on the motor will have the needed information Horsepower, RPM, Voltage, and Amps. The model number… Read More: How To Buy a New Furnace Blower Motor and Capacitor »
If you are looking for a whole house fan or an attic fan, both types have pros and cons. Choosing the right type will vary and depend on what is the best fit for a specific home. Differences Between a Whole House Fan and an Attic Fan A whole house fan ventilates air through the… Read More: Whole House Fan vs Attic Fan What is the Difference? »
If you have a mini split that gives a P0 error code, it is an IPM Module Fault or IGBT Over-Current Protection error. Several things can cause a P0 error code on a mini split, and of course, the error can be manufacture specific. The most common fix is to turn the unit off at… Read More: How To Fix a Mini Split P0 Error Code »
Buying an HVAC tool bag is something that very much must fit the user. A tool bag can be the best available and will not be any good unless it feels right to the person using it. Many things can affect this, from the pocket layout to the handles used to carry it about. Everyone… Read More: Our Picks for Best HVAC Tool Bags »
R22 has been phased out in favor of more environmentally friendly refrigerant types such as R134a, R-1234yf, R-152a, and R-744. Since 1995 no new R22 refrigerant can be imported or created under the Montreal Protocol. R22 refrigerant can still be bought since it can be recycled from existing sources. When an HVAC service technician turns… Read More: Where To Buy R22 Refrigerant »
A heat pump can be defined as an air conditioning system that moves heat both to and from a conditioned area. Through the proper use of controls, these units may be used during all seasons of the year. During the cooling season, the unit functions as a regular cooling unit. During the heating season, however,… Read More: What is a Heat Pump? »
If you have a mini split that gives an E1 error code, there are a few things to check before calling an HVAC company. Several things can cause an E1 error code on a mini split, and of course, the error can be manufacturer specific. The most common fix is to turn the unit off… Read More: How To Fix a Mini Split E1 Error Code »
Allergies are a nuisance that can affect some more than others, but there is a way to help reduce allergies in a home. Some years are worse than others for allergies, with this being a bad year for allergies, at least for me. Locally where I live, the dust and pollen in the air seem… Read More: Our Picks for Best Furnace Filters for Allergies »
Supporting a window air conditioning unit is always a good idea to give it support and prevent it from falling, along with protecting the window sill itself. Several types of brackets are available to hold a window air conditioner unit in place. The AC Safe window brackets are one such popular style bracket and the… Read More: How To Install a Window Air Conditioner Support Bracket »
While not common, repairing window air conditioner units can be done, including checking for low refrigerant and adding some if necessary. Since sealed units don’t have a service port for gauges, checking if it is low on refrigerant is not as quick as other HVAC systems. Installing service ports can be done and is not… Read More: Diagnosing a Sealed Window Air Conditioner Unit for Low Refrigerant »