When shopping for a new furnace, you’ll see various AFUE ratings. High-efficiency furnaces carry AFUE ratings between 95% and 98%. Older, mid-efficiency furnaces usually sit around 80%. Over time, wear and tear drops that efficiency even lower. So, is a 90%+ AFUE...
Getting a new furnace, A/C, and/or heat pump is a major investment. So, when you start gathering quotes, you might experience a little sticker shock. But then, a third quote comes in. It’s significantly lower. In fact, it is thousands of dollars cheaper than the rest....
If your A/C smells musty, similar to a high school locker room, you are likely dealing with a very real HVAC phenomenon which is commonly noted as “Dirty Sock Syndrome.” The good news is that this funky odour is highly treatable. Below we take a look at...
Notice a loud buzzing sound coming from your outdoor AC unit while the fan blades stay completely still? Your system is trying to run but is stuck. To prevent a massive repair bill, turn the system off right away. Here is a quick look at the common culprits behind a...
When your central air conditioning system starts blowing warm air in the middle of a July heatwave, your first instinct is probably to start researching brands. You search for the highest-rated manufacturers, look up efficiency percentages, and compare warranties. It...
