What Is a Split Unit?
When shopping for a new HVAC system, there is one decision you’ll need to make. Do you want a packaged unit or a split unit? In order to make that decision, you need to know what the terms mean. Also…
When Should I Replace my HVAC
Replacing your HVAC unit is a big investment. It is one that many people try to put off for as long as possible by repairing units that break down. This approach may save money in the short-term. However, in the…
My Heat Pump Makes a “Whoosh” Sound
Whoosh! During the heating season, my heat pump makes a “whooshing” sound and I feel cool air coming from the supply registers. Is that normal? In one word, yes. In fact, it’s generally a sign that your heat pump is…
How to Shop for an HVAC Unit
It’s Been Years Since I Shopped for a New Heating and Cooling System. What Changes in Technology and Equipment Do I Need to Know About? Every few months, when the newest version of some popular smartphone is released, fans…
The Size of Your HVAC does Matter
Once upon a time, a little girl named Goldilocks wandered into the forest where she found a cabin inhabited by three bears. Now she didn’t know that this cabin belonged to a family of bears, so she went inside. First,…
New Home? Get to know your HVAC.
https://youtu.be/CyJmBTYDYi4 Any time you buy a new home, there’s so much to learn. Where’s the electrical box? Which switch turns on the kitchen light and which one turns on the disposal? Just how long can you shower before the hot…
Is your HVAC making Your Home Dusty?
Every home has dust in it, but if you’re dealing with an indoor reenactment of the Dust Bowl, there’s no need to pack up the family and head for California. Instead, consider these three possible solutions to clean up your…
Don’t Wait to Call for Service
Imagine you’re cruising down the Parkway one sunny afternoon when—uh-oh!—you realize your “Check Engine” light has just come on. And even more alarming, a strange thunkity-thunkity noise is coming from beneath your car’s hood! Do you just keep driving, hoping…
Are all Air Filters the Same?
By now you’ve probably heard how important it is to change your home’s air filter on a regular basis. But when the time comes to replace it, does it really matter what kind of filter you choose? Aren’t all filters…
Why is There a Fishy Smell Coming from My Air Vents?
If the air coming from the vents in your home has a fishy smell, the source may not actually be your HVAC system. However, it is a potentially serious and even dangerous problem that needs to be addressed immediately. The…