Ready to get solar panels to save money on your electricity? If so, there are critical elements to consider. These include the number of solar panels, the cost, and the payback period. So, are you asking yourself, “How many solar panels are required to power a house?” How Many Solar Panels Are Required to Power […]
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What Is MERV Rating on HVAC Filters?
Indoor air quality becomes a big deal when you’re a homeowner trying to protect your family from airborne viruses and pathogens. The good news is that Air filters play an integral role in an HVAC system’s ability to remove pollutants, making homes safer and the air cleaner. The HVAC industry has developed different ratings to […]
Read MoreWhat Is HVAC Ductwork? An Introduction for HVAC Students
In the field of HVAC service and repair, a duct is a tube, pipe or channel through which air flows. The duct may be made of metal of synthetic materials. Homes and businesses with heating, cooling and ventilation equipment may have a network of ducts to transport the conditioned air from the equipment to the […]
Read More4 Tips for HVAC Technicians for Safer Service Calls during COVID-19
About 30 million Americans are out of work because of the coronavirus.1 But not HVAC technicians. Many are still plying their trade because people need air conditioning and refrigeration to stay healthy and comfortable, especially in hot spots like Phoenix, Arizona.2,3 The work HVAC techs do is so critical to the operation of the country […]
Read More5 Common HVAC Equipment Issues and How to Fix Them
When a customer calls on a steamy summer day about a broken-down A/C unit, the tech must diagnose and fix the issue quickly to restore a comfortable temperature to the home or business.[1] Troubleshooting equipment problems is one of the main skills required to be an HVAC technician. And it’s this reliance on HVAC technicians […]
Read MoreA Glossary of HVAC Terms A-Z to Help You in School and in Your Career
Planning a career in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration field? Get ready to memorize words, acronyms and their meanings. A lot of them. HVAC training teaches all of the essential HVAC terminology, of course, but learning how to speak the language ahead of time will help you when terms like BTUH and SEER […]
Read More6 Things to Know When Updating your HVAC System
An HVAC system that operates efficiently keeps utility costs down and your family comfortable when temperatures peak or plummet. While regular maintenance can keep heating and cooling units running properly, the equipment usually must be replaced every 10 to 15 years.[i] When it’s time for an HVAC update, homeowners should consider the following six suggestions. […]
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