What Does VAV Stand for in HVAC? Variable Air Volume Explained

There’s a moment every homeowner goes through the first time they walk into one room of their house and it feels perfect, cool, balanced, just right, then step into another room and suddenly it’s stuffy, stale, or ten degrees warmer. You stand there thinking, “How is it the same AC system… but a completely different … Read more

What Does a Capacitor Do in HVAC? Signs It’s Failing

It’s a sweltering summer afternoon. You’re home, expecting a blast of cool air from your vents, but instead, you’re met with a weak, lukewarm sigh. You walk over to the thermostat.  Yeah, it’s set to cool. You hear a faint click from your HVAC system, followed by a persistent, worrying hum from the outdoor unit.  … Read more

What Does CFM Stand for in HVAC? Explained Simply

If you’ve ever walked into your living room and felt that weird blast of cold air on your ankles, but the rest of the room still feels muggy, you’ve already met the silent troublemaker in your HVAC system. Airflow. More specifically: CFM. It shows up as cold spots in winter. It shows up as that … Read more

What HVAC System Qualifies for Tax Credit

If you’ve ever opened your utility bills in the middle of summer and felt that tiny jolt of panic, yeah, you’re not alone.  A homeowner I spoke with recently, Anne (not that Anne Fonda, though she joked about it), told me her July bill jumped 37% compared to the prior year.  Same AC unit, same … Read more