Videos

Do you want clean, freshwater and lower energy costs for your residence? In this video, we’ll discuss tankless water heaters and the benefits of installing one in your home.

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Learn how to buy your HVAC system online!

Simply take your shopping list of your system needs and use those specifications to filter down to the right HVAC system for your home. Start by going to the top navigation, selecting the type of equipment you are looking for.

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Buying your heating and cooling system online saves you money – and you don’t have to be an HVAC expert to do it! We’ll walk you through how to determine what to shop for to replace your home HVAC system.

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In this video, you will learn how to use our EZ install kit for ductless mini split systems. The EZ install kit allows you to install a ductless mini split without a contractor and save you hundreds on installation costs.

Looking to heat or cool a room without hiring a pro? A DIY mini split from HVACDirect.com is the easy, affordable way to add climate control to any space. Learn how to install a DIY mini split system with our step-by-step guide with video and see why it's a smart upgrade.

What size air conditioner do you need? This video takes you through our Air Conditioner & Furnace Size Calculator. We’ll walk you through how to size your HVAC system using our sizing calculator.

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Your gas furnace's flue pipe is a very important component of your home HVAC system - and this video covers why it's important and what you need to know about it. We'll tell you what a flue pipe is and what it does; we'll also cover the different types of flue pipes and how they pair with different types of furnaces. (Note: This video is for demonstration purposes only and should not be repeated at home. Always have a licensed HVAC technician install your furnace or AC system.)

The first steps in the buying process are all about determining “what” you need to buy, since most likely you are not a heating and cooling expert. In this video, we’ll ask you a series of questions to determine what you need. We recommend you write down the answers to these questions so at the end you’ll have an easy list and description of how to buy your new heating and cooling system.

There are many different acronyms by which efficiency is labeled. You have probably heard of some like EER, HSPF, or SEER but what exactly do they mean and what process do they use to determine these numbers? Well I am here to explain and better help you with future purchases in the HVAC world.

Among the top HVAC questions we get are those around the legality of buying and selling HVAC Systems and Equipment online. Click this article to continue reading and watch our informative video about the legalities of buying HVAC online.

Blower motors are a crucial part of every furnace. Before you purchase your next furnace it is important to understand the different types of blower motors and how they affect you.

Interested in increasing your home’s heating and cooling efficiency? A multi-zone ductless mini-split system may be a great option to achieve that goal. Multi-zones use unique inverter technology allowing you to install multiple heating and cooling units throughout your home. This means each zone is independently controllable and customizable, even further increasing the efficiency of the unit. This video explains what a multi-zone ductless mini-split system is and what considerations should be made when considering this option for your home or business.

Ductless mini split systems have multiple air handler options to choose from. Depending on the type of space you're heating, each one has its own pros and cons. In this video, we will show you the different mini split air handler types to help you decide which one would be best for your home's HVAC system

Multi-zone mini split systems let you control temperatures individually in each room, improving comfort and lowering energy costs. In this video, we walk you through how to calculate the heating and cooling load of each zone—considering room size, insulation, windows, and usage—to determine the right number and capacity of air handlers for your home. Proper sizing ensures even temperatures, efficient energy use, and longer system life.

There's a reason people are buying their clothes, prescription glasses, and even cars online - it saves them money. Did you know you can also buy your replacement HVAC system online and save thousands of dollars? Read more to learn about why you should buy your next Heating & Cooling System online.

If replacing your home or business air conditioning system ranks high on your to-do list, you should know the basics of the AC process beforehand. If you don't know what to look or ask for, you could spend thousands of dollars unnecessarily on equipment, installation and energy. You needn't rate as an expert in the subject, but a familiarity with the basics of an HVAC system can go a long way in matching your home to the type of air conditioning that suits it best. To help, we've provided an Air Conditioning for Beginner's guide. Here's what you need to know:

We get lots of questions about the legalities of buying furnaces and air conditioners online. Most of these questions start with: “The local HVAC guy said it’s illegal to …” The rumors range from “It’s illegal to buy central AC systems and heating systems online” to “If you buy the equipment online it voids your warranty” to “Online HVAC systems aren’t as good as what we carry locally” or “It’s inexpensive because it’s poor quality.” Read on or watch the video as we debunk these statements and give you the real deal on how to save on your HVAC equipment.

If you’ve done any research on home heating or cooling, you’re sure to have come across info on HVAC zones and zoned HVAC systems. In this article – and the accompanying video – we’re going to define the concept and give you some basic info on what it might mean for heating and cooling your home. Simply, an HVAC zone is an area in your home in which you wish to have specific heating or cooling control. So, an HVAC zoning system is one that allows you to create custom areas within your home’s HVAC system.

The secret is out and this video tells all on how to save thousands of dollars on your home heat and cooling equipment. The average quote from a local service installer for a new air conditioner and furnace system is $7,000 - $10,000. Shocked yet? This video will show you how to save $3,000 - $6,000 on replacing your furnace and AC system. Take two minutes to watch this and it could be worth up $6,000 in savings.

Furnace flue pipes may not be something you’ve thought about before, but they’re an important part of your gas furnace system. It’s good to have an understanding of what they are and why they’re important … and how they match to your furnace efficiency. A furnace flue pipe (also known as a vent pipe or simply as a flue), vents the exhaust from your furnace to the outside of your home. Furnace exhaust is dangerous and so having the right furnace exhaust pipe is important.

We review our 6 favorite patio heaters for Fall 2019 and Winter / Spring 2020. Patio heaters, also known as outdoor or outside heaters, help you extend your outdoor living and entertaining. With cold weather here and ready to last for many more months, we wanted to give you our recommendations on the best outdoor heaters. We’ve included both ceiling mounted and freestanding patio heaters, covering uses for home and residential and also restaurants and outdoor event venues.