Hi, I’m Nathan. I’ve worked as an HVAC technician for over 10 years, and I can tell you this: when a homeowner says, “My AC is blowing 70 degree air,” the system is usually running but not actually removing heat the way it should. 70°F air out of the vents can feel mildly cool on … Read more
I’m Nathan. I’ve been an HVAC technician for over 10 years, and I can tell you this is one of the most common “thermostat problems” I get called for. When someone says, “My thermostat won’t go above 70,” it’s usually one of two situations: Those are totally different problems. I’ll walk you through both, step … Read more
If your AC won’t go below 74°F, it usually means one of three things is happening: I’m Nathan. I’ve worked as an HVAC technician for over 10 years, and this “stuck at 74” complaint is one of the most common calls I get during heat waves. The good news is that you can safely check … Read more
I’m Nathan. I’ve worked as an HVAC technician for over 10 years, and if there’s one thing I see every single summer, it’s this simple mistake. People either set the AC too low and get hit with high bills, or they set it too high and wonder why the house feels sticky and uncomfortable. The … Read more
Hi, I’m Nathan. I’ve worked as an HVAC technician for over 10 years, and I spend a lot of time in basements, utility rooms, garages, and home offices where surge protectors live their whole lives under desks and behind TVs. Here’s what I can tell you from seeing the results firsthand: surge protectors wear out … Read more
I’m Nathan. I’ve worked as an HVAC technician for over 10 years, and I can tell you this from experience: a MERV 13 filter only performances good when it’s clean enough for your system to breathe through it. Then once it starts gathering dust, pet hair , and pollen, you’ll feel it in airflow, comfort, … Read more
Hi, I’m Nathan. I’ve worked as an HVAC technician for over 10 years, and if there’s one small maintenance task that prevents more problems than anything else, it’s not changing the furnace air filter on time. Most homeowners don’t ignore it on purpose. It’s just easy to forget because it’s out of sight. But your … Read more
I’m John, and I’ve worked as an HVAC technician for over 10 years. If there’s one “small” maintenance item I’ve seen cause the biggest chain reaction of comfort problems, high utility bills, and breakdowns, it’s a neglected air filter. Most homeowners don’t ignore their filter on purpose. It’s just out of sight, and your system … Read more
Is your ac compressor not working, but the fan is running? There are quite a few issues that could prevent your compressor from running. These issues can range from ‘easy to fix’ to more complex ones that can require a licensed Technician to come and have a look. Some reasons your compressor is not working, … Read more
As the owner of a central heating and cooling system, one of your most essential maintenance responsibilities is regularly changing your air filter (at least every 3 months at most). That’s because a dirty and clogged air filter will significantly impair the efficiency of your furnace and air conditioner. Installing your air filter in the … Read more