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
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Is your AC condenser unit blowing cold air outside instead of warm/hot? If so, you are probably not getting cooler air inside your home. This article will examine the top 10 common issues I typically encounter during my service calls that will likely cause your outdoor condenser unit to blow cold air. Main Reasons Why … Read more
As of January 1, 2023, the SEER2 standard has become the new benchmark for air conditioning unit efficiency in the United States. This updated standard requires new air conditioning units to have a minimum SEER2 rating of 14. Older units with lower SEER ratings may cost you more money than you realize. Suppose you are … Read more
Over the years, I’ve had the pleasure of consulting with numerous families in their quest to find the perfect mini-split system for their homes. As a homeowner myself, I understand the importance of selecting the correct size mini-split to achieve optimal comfort and efficiency within one’s living space. However, I’ve realized that many people are … Read more
When your portable AC starts to fill with water quickly, it is a sign that something is faulty and needs to be fixed. The unit might even use a lot of power to cool your room because the condensate pan does not drain well enough. So, what makes the portable AC to fill up with … Read more