HVAC Tips

Wondering what a 95%+ AFUE furnace really costs in 2025? This guide breaks down equipment, labor, and add-ons, shows annual savings vs. older models, and explains how tax credits and rebates shorten payback.

Wondering if you qualify for cold-climate heat pump rebates in 2025? This guide breaks down income tiers, required paperwork, and smart ways to stack federal, state, and utility incentives for maximum savings.

Upgrading to a cold-climate heat pump in 2025? This guide explains how to stack tax credits, rebates, on-bill repayment, and green mortgage programs so you save more while keeping comfort high and costs predictable.

Not sure whether to choose gas or electric heat? This quick homeowner’s guide compares costs, efficiency, maintenance, and climate fit helping you decide which furnace makes the most sense for comfort and savings.

Confused by SEER2 numbers? This infographic guide breaks them down into clear savings, regional minimums, and payback timelines helping homeowners and property managers pick the right efficiency tier without the jargon.

Confused by SEER2 on your AC’s EnergyGuide label? This plain-English guide explains the new efficiency standard, how it compares to old SEER, regional minimums, real savings, and which systems make the most sense in 2025.

Shopping for a new central AC in 2025? This guide breaks down the top 10 models efficiency ratings, variable-speed comfort, refrigerant changes, warranties, and cost tiers so you can pick the right system for savings and long-term reliability.

Square-foot rules oversize HVAC systems and waste money. This guide compares DIY load calculators from CoolCalc to mobile apps explaining when they’re reliable, when to call a pro, and how accurate sizing improves comfort, efficiency, and system life.

Thinking bigger AC means better cooling? In reality, oversized units short-cycle, spike humidity, drive up bills, and wear out faster. This guide explains the risks and shows how proper sizing and Manual J load calculations protect comfort, savings, and equipment life.

Living near the coast means your AC coils face daily salt-air attacks that can cut lifespan from 15 years to just 3. This guide breaks down real coastal protection strategies factory coatings, sacrificial anodes, and rinse schedules so your system stays efficient and lasts longer.