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Whole House Fan ShutterCover Review
There are three reasons for which I put together this Whole House Fan ShutterCover Trim to Fit Review;
The ShutterCover Trim to Fit manufacturer contacted me with some information about his product and I decided that it is!--Ads5-->…
Condo Furnace Above the Ceiling – The Unprofessional Way
In HVAC trade, just like in any other, there are some basic rules that anyone performing the job should follow. Not because somebody wrote them down, but because there’s a reason to follow them. Many of the rules are common sense. Some must…
Furnace / AC Seasonal Inspection – Do You Trust Your HVAC Guy?
Making seasonal inspections of your furnace and air conditioning system makes sense, and I’d highly recommend having it done on a regular basis on any age furnace and AC units.
The question is – do you trust your HVAC guy?
Most people…
How to Fix Musty Smells & Odors From Heating System Air Ducts
Musty smell from heating system air ducts could have many sources.
Although musty smell is always associated with moisture presence, eliminating it in some cases requires total redesigning of the forced air heating system.
This…
Whole House Humidifier Maintenance
Routine whole house humidifier maintenance is required to prevent the unit from becoming a perfect mold distribution device and to maximize its performance. If your furnace is located in a crawlspace or house attic area you might not even…
Rotary Disc Humidifier by Desert Spring Review
It’s been almost one month since I’ve finished the installation, so it's time for my Rotary Disc Humidifier by Desert Spring Review. I was a little hesitant before buying it and concerned with the other not-so-happy owners, but have…
Solid (Wood/Coal) Fuel-Burning Stove Chimney Venting
As with every fuel-burning appliance, proper venting is always critical, and to enjoy your solid (wood/coal) fuel-burning stove, you have to get it right.
This guide is just an explanation of basic safety / code requirements for the…
Combustion Air for Fuel Burning Appliances
Combustion Air
Combustion air is required for all types of fuel burning appliances in our homes to properly burn that fuel.
Combustion air has three functions:
It is required to properly burn fuel
To dilute exhaust gases that are…
Gas-Appliance Chimney Placement and Termination
Furnace and / or water heater chimney requires proper placement and termination to safely discharge exhaust gases from the appliances combustion (fuel burning) process. Improper chimney placement and termination is often responsible for…
Proper Brick Chimney Crown Installation & Materials
Brick Chimney Crown
A brick chimney crown – also known as a chimney termination cap, cement wash, or just a chimney cap – seals the chimney top opening around the flue and sheds rainwater / prevents moisture from…