R-22 Replacement: 3 Choices Homeowners Should Weigh Before Retrofitting
Compare service with reclaimed R22, retrofit refrigerants, and full replacement. Learn what to ask your HVAC contractor before investing in an aging system.
Oversized AC Symptoms? Log Cycles, Check Humidity, Ask for Manual J/S
Time AC cycles, check humidity, and track bills before replacing equipment. Ask for Manual J/S, runtime logs, CFM, and duct tests to confirm oversizing.
Air Conditioner Freezing Up? Shut It Off, Call a Tech if Ice Returns
Turn off cooling, thaw the coil safely, check the filter and vents, and call an EPA Section 608 technician if ice returns or leak signs appear.
Thermostat Placement Problems: Compare Readings for 15 Minutes
Compare your thermostat with a calibrated thermometer for 15 minutes, spot placement errors, and learn when a NATE certified technician should step in.
Sewer Smell From Vents? Checks Homeowners Can Do in 15 Minutes
Find the source of sewer smells from vents with safe homeowner checks: refill dry traps, inspect the condensate pan, and know when to call a pro.
Homeowners: 5 Evaporator Coil Leak Symptoms to Show Your HVAC Tech
Spot weak airflow, long cooling cycles, water, hissing, or ice, then document what you see and learn when an EPA Section 608 certified technician is needed.
7-Step Fall HVAC Maintenance Checklist to Cut CO Risk for Homeowners
Homeowner’s 7-step fall HVAC checklist: change filters, clear the outdoor unit, test CO alarms, and know which combustion checks need a pro.
For Homeowners: High Efficiency HVAC, Manual J, Ducts, $8,000–$12,200
Discover if a high efficiency HVAC pays for homeowners. Learn why Manual J, duct sealing, and federal credits can cut costs from $8,000–$12,200.
Keep 5–10 ft Clearance: Shade Your House Before Shading the AC Unit
Safety first guidance for homeowners on AC unit sun exposure. Shade windows and walls first, keep 5 to 10 feet clearance around the condenser, and…
4 Quick EPA Backed Checks Homeowners Can Do When Dust Comes From Vents
Four quick homeowner checks, filter, airflow, vents, recent activity, tell ordinary dust from contamination and when to call a pro.