HVAC Basics

When searching for a new heating or cooling system, there are many different types of equipment for home and business owners to select. One economic choice which is well-suited for most residential and commercial applications is a packaged unit.

There are many types of furnaces available today with many different options. One option that you need to consider is how many stages your furnace should have. Below we have outlined each stage option that is currently available to help you decide which option might be best for your home.

Upflow, downflow, and horizontal are very important factors when purchasing your HVAC equipment, however you might be wondering what these terms actually mean. These terms are used to explain the direction of airflow through your system and how your furnace is installed.

We all know that air conditioners can provide you cool air during even the hottest months, but you might be wondering how they actually work. Air conditioners consist of three main components. These components are the compressor, condenser, and an evaporator coil. The compressor and condenser are usually located outside the house while the evaporator coil is located in the house, usually attached to the furnace or air handler.

SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio and was defined by the Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute. The SEER rating of a unit is the cooling output of the system during a typical cooling season divided by the total electric energy used in that same period.

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