Heating and cooling load calculations can help make your home more energy-efficient and comfortable. Here's how to easily find your BTUs without an HVAC calculator on hand.
Category: HVAC
Jan 03
What Happens When Your AC Compressor Fails?
The AC compressor just so happens to be one of the most reliable portions of the entire cooling system. It doesn’t need a ton of maintenance, however, if it fails, then your entire AC unit fails.
Nov 08
Air Scrubber vs. Air Purifier: Which Is Better For My Home?
The best way to improve air quality in your home is by installing an air purifier or air scrubber. But what're the differences between an air scrubber vs air purifier? Read more to find out.
Oct 04
The Best Home Improvement Ideas For Winter
Tackling winter home improvement projects while you have some extra downtime is the best way to stay entertained while being productive during the colder months.
Sep 27
When Should I Switch My Thermostat From "Cool" To "Heat" Setting?
With the constant temperature fluctuations throughout the fall season, how do you avoid running back and forth to adjust your thermostat — or worse, switching back and forth between your air conditioning and heating systems?
Aug 16
What To Know When Upgrading Your HVAC System
Even systems that are well maintained usually have components that begin to wear out after a decade. There are several indicators of when to replace your HVAC system.
Aug 09
Common Problems To Look For When Your AC Unit Stops Working
Check for these problems first when your HVAC system stops working because sometimes you can easily fix the issue yourself. Learn about the usual suspects so you can keep your home comfortable and cool.
Jul 26
3 Creative Ways To Hide Your Air Conditioner
Should you cover your air conditioner with an AC unit cover? Absolutely! Check out these few creative ways to conceal your air conditioner in your backyard.
Jun 27
How An HVAC and Plumbing Inspection Can Lower Your Utility Bills
The potential costs of a plumbing leak far outweigh the costs of signing up for a maintenance plan. Annual service inspections provides both instant gratification in the form of lower utility bills and long term benefits, such as maximizing the lifespan of your air conditioner.
Jun 21
How Long Do Air Conditioners Last?
If you need air conditioning repair or are wondering how much it costs to replace an AC unit, use this guide from John C. Flood. Our team breaks down when you should repair or replace your air conditioner.
Mar 21
The Ultimate HVAC Spring Cleaning Checklist
To keep up with home maintenance, it’s important that homeowners don’t just perform HVAC upkeep during spring. Read this spring cleaning list for easy tips to keep your HVAC clean year round.
Feb 14
How To Improve Your Indoor Air Quality
What can be done for indoor air pollution of your home? Installing a whole house air purification system can eliminate over 99% of common infectious diseases. Read John C. Flood’s tips on how to improve the indoor air quality in your home and conduct indoor air quality testing.
Dec 27
How To Heat A Room With High Ceilings
Rooms with high ceilings are an amazing feature in any home. However, that doesn't matter if the room is impossible to heat and always freezing. Who wants to spend time in a cold room? Try out some of these tricks to heat a room with high ceilings.
Dec 06
BTU Calculator: What Size Furnace Do I Need?
Furnaces are efficient, affordable, and reliable — but only if they work properly. To save energy, money and avoid discomfort, make an informed decision by using a furnace size calculator and discover the number of BTUs needed for your furnace to run satisfactorily. Learn how a furnace size calculator can help cut back on heating cost and keep homeowners cozy.
Nov 22
5 Heat Pump Maintenance Tips You Need To Know
Heat pumps are efficient, effective, and save money on heating during the winter. However, they need to be looked after and maintained throughout the year. Make sure your heat pump maintenance is up to par by understanding how heat pumps operate and following these 5 simple tips.