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Aug 16, 2016

Oversizing HVAC Equipment

Oversizing HVAC equipment. Probably one of the most common ‘mistakes’ made when replacing or upgrading a residential HVAC system. I highlighted mistake simply because it does not have to happen. With the tools available within the industry, it is a rather simple process to record the information that enables the individual to properly size the […]

Aug 11, 2016

Bigger is not Better with HVAC

For many, many years in heating and air conditioning, it was an accepted practice to apply the following logic in sizing a replacement system: “If big is good, then bigger is better.” This thought process reflected many things. Years ago, and I am referring to a time when efficiency was not even in our vocabulary, […]

Aug 2, 2016

Sizing it UP

In addition to knowing what the electrical requirements are with your new system, it is important to take into consideration the size of the new system, particularly on the heating side. If you have a cooling load that requires a three ton air conditioning unit, then chances are the replacement unit will be the same. […]

Jul 26, 2016

Often Overlooked

Last time, we indicated what you could expect if a contractor chooses to either follow industry accepted and recommended guidelines in properly sizing your new heating and air conditioning system. A contractor who chooses to follow proper sizing techniques can also be confident that based on their customer’s specific requirements, the system they are recommending […]

Jul 18, 2016

Following Industry Standards

Earlier, we discussed the single most important question you can pose to a prospective HVAC contractor from whom you anticipate receiving a competitive proposal and most importantly a proposal that reflects your specific needs and best interests. Here is some of what can be expected based on the answer you receive to that question. A […]

Jul 12, 2016

Size of Equipment for Home

Here is the correct answer(s) to the earlier question you should pose to a prospective HVAC contractor which was, “How would your company determine the size of the heating or cooling equipment for my home?” Correct answer(s): “By Manual ‘J’ Calculation.” “By an engineering analysis.” “By a room-by-room load analysis.” “By measuring and calculating the […]

Jul 1, 2016

Most Important Question for HVAC Contractors

The MOST important question….. Last time I indicated there was ONE question you could ask the prospective HVAC contractors you are considering to do business with. Were you able to come up with that question? Well, here it is: “How would your company determine the size of the (heating or cooling) equipment for my home?” […]

Jun 23, 2016

What is the One Question you Must Ask?

The One question you need to ask…… Just as with other professions and trades, there are both professional companies and fly-by-night operators in the HVAC industry. Since the average HVAC job will be installed and depended on for many, many years, it in the shopper’s best interest to acquaint himself or herself with some basic […]

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