Why Your HVAC System Might Be Three Times Too Big
(And Why That’s a Problem You’re Living With Every Day) I recently visited a 1962 home in Croton on Hudson
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(And Why That’s a Problem You’re Living With Every Day) I recently visited a 1962 home in Croton on Hudson
In the trades, we call a dirty outdoor unit a “Fur Coat.” It may look fuzzy, but it’s suffocating your heat pump. During the pandemic, I got hooked on rug-cleaning videos—the same thrill I get when stripping away years of dirt from a clogged system. So I implore you—nay, beg you—don’t wait until the first frost to find out your heat pump is struggling under a fur coat.
During the pandemic, I was just trying to hold it together—for my kids, for myself. We started hatching eggs in a homemade incubator. When that failed, we brought home day-old chicks and built a coop from scratch. One chicken, Chipmunk, survived every disaster. Until she didn’t.
Attending AHR Expo & HVACR School Symposium was about more than just HVAC innovations—it was a journey of trust, inspiration, and unexpected beauty. From a breathtaking lakeside moment to a side quest at Bok Tower, this trip offered lessons that go beyond business. Read more!
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a silent but deadly danger that can’t be seen, smelled, or heard, making it essential to take preventive measures in your home. After attending the NCI National Comfort Institute Summit, I learned critical insights about CO safety and the importance of proper HVAC maintenance. This post shares safety tips, common symptoms of low-level CO exposure, and how to protect your family this fall. Don’t guess—measure!
Inverter-driven heat pumps stand out for their efficiency and performance. These advanced systems offer optimal comfort while reducing energy consumption.
Don’t let outdated sizing methods leave you hot and bothered! Discover the importance of load calculation in correctly sizing HVAC systems for optimal cooling efficiency. Learn why relying on square footage or the previous system’s size can lead to discomfort and energy waste. Join us as we demystify load calculation and explore how Shelter HVAC takes a data-driven approach to ensure your system is perfectly sized for peak cooling performance.