Air-conditioning systems keep getting better with each passing year, but of course not even the best can last forever. Continue now to learn how long cooling technologies typically last—and why, if your old system fails, you may view it as a new opportunity.
For many homeowners, hybrid HVAC systems, combining a traditional furnace with a high-efficiency heat pump, offer the best of both worlds.
Don’t sweat it if your central air conditioning won’t blow cold air. Here’s how to troubleshoot and fix the most likely problems.
Does your home need new insulation? Insulation costs range from $1,400 to $6,300, with the national average at $2,900.
Getting an uncooperative furnace up and running is easy to do if you know where and how problems are likely to occur. Try these furnace troubleshooting tips before you call a professional technician.
The summer heat can make being inside a hot house a miserable experience. Homeowners with a central AC not blowing cold air will want to have a pro on speed dial after trying a few troubleshooting ideas.
As far as your HVAC system (cooling and heating system) goes, what’s out of sight is out of mind. But don’t always assume your system is running at peak performance. As units age, they become less efficient resulting in increased monthly utility bills. This is no small matter—these incremental changes add up over time, especially considering that keeping a house at a comfortable temperature accounts for about a quarter of the total electricity used in U.S. homes according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s Annual Energy Outlook 2017.Are you concerned that your system isn’t as energy efficient as it should be—or could be? Here are seven signs of an underperforming system and what you can do to save on your utility bills.This post has been brought to you by Mitsubishi Electric. Its facts and opinions are those of BobVila.com.
Not all homes are created equal, so there is no one-size-fits-all approach to home insulation. There are many factors to consider when selecting insulation, including climate, installation, cost, and product performance. When selecting the right insulation for your home, it’s also important to pay attention to a product’s thermal performance rating, known as the R-value. Many insulation options are appropriate for do-it-yourselfers, but be sure to educate yourself on proper installation methods and safety concerns before diving in; when in doubt, call a pro. Click through our gallery to learn more about the advantages and drawbacks of different types of insulation.
It may be challenging to know the right time to replace the air filters in an AC unit. Here’s a helpful guide for gauging how often to replace them.
Hello, my friend, hello again; today we come together to talk about What You Might Not Know About HVAC Filters and hope the blog can help you. Everyone agrees that you should change your HVAC filter on a regular basis, but not everyone agrees on the type of filter you should use. Next time you…