In winter, you may notice condensation around your heat pump. This is a normal part of its operation. While running in heating mode, the unit transfers heat energy from outside to inside your home. In the process, condensation can form on the outdoor unit and drip...
A homeowner facing HVAC replacement can often choose between a heat pump and a new central air conditioning system. We’ll explain what each does and the factors to consider when deciding to install a heat pump or A/C. Knowing how they compare can help you make the...
Inside your outdoor AC unit, there is a motor that drives a fan, which in turn creates airflow for the system to function properly. Inside the assembly are start capacitors, to provide the energy needed to start the fan, and run capacitors that keep it running. There...
An air conditioning system helps keep your home cool, clean, and comfortable. But installing or replacing one can cost thousands of dollars. Most people don’t have this kind of money lying around. However, there are various options for funding your purchase. We’ll...
In its modern form, air conditioning has been around since 1902. Willis Carrier’s invention has been improved and modified over the years, leading to many cooling options today. But split-system air conditioning (or “central AC”) is still the most popular. Aside from...