HVAC
Oil-heated homes mostly use hydronic heating systems, so they aren’t equipped with HVAC ductwork. This means that, in summer, oil-heat homes rely on window air conditioners to cool their homes instead of central air systems. This may have been a sound option before, but the advent of ductless cooling systems has changed the situation.
Air conditioners absorb indoor heat and expel it outdoors. After several cycles of heat transfer, homes gradually cool down and feel comfortable. Two components, the condenser coils and evaporator coils, do much of the work behind the scenes. Although similar in appearance, they function in opposite ways. This article discusses these differences.
Air conditioners make spaces feel more comfortable by lowering the temperature of the home and reducing indoor humidity levels. If the cooling system is not removing humidity, then something is wrong. In this article, we discuss some of the reasons an air conditioner may not be properly removing humidity from your home.
With central heating and air conditioning systems, warm or cold air is produced in one location and distributed throughout the house via ductwork. Ducts are often made of metal, making them susceptible to noise at the slightest disturbance. This article discusses common ductwork noises and what you can do to reduce them.
Like all machinery, a heat pump can exhibit problems from time to time. For example, did you know that it’s possible for a heat pump to freeze during the summer? This article discusses causes and solutions as well as tips on how to prevent your heat pump from freezing up in the first place.
Sometimes when an air conditioner operates problematically, the unit will draw power without producing a significant change in temperature. When it happens, we are left scratching our heads, trying our best to find a solution. This article answers a common air conditioner phenomenon – Why is my AC compressor working but not cooling?
Air conditioners should blow cold air, only stopping when the temperature reaches the thermostat setting. If your system begins with cold air but degrades to warm air, then something isn’t right. In this article, we discuss the common reasons why this cooling system issue happens. Likewise, we discuss some practical solutions to help you.
We can’t do anything about the weather, but we can control our indoor environment with the help of a heat pump. Heat pumps are extremely useful thanks to their versatility. But what do you do if your heat pump compressor is not turning on? Read this article to learn about the most common causes.
Water coming out of your air conditioner? While a small trickle isn’t a cause for concern, it is always a good idea to check your AC unit regularly to spot problems early. This article explores the most common reasons for an air conditioner that is leaking water and what to do about it.
Home comfort goes beyond indoor temperature. Families should consider other factors like humidity, as well. If humidity rises much higher than the ideal range, then people may start to see and feel negative effects. This article discusses the causes of excessive humidity and strategies for solving this indoor air quality problem.