HVAC 101
A QUICK STUDY GUIDE FOR HOMEOWNERS
There’s a lot to think about when buying a heat pump, gas furnace or central air conditioning system. That’s because next to your home itself, a home comfort system is one of your largest investments. Here are answers to ten common questions to help you make an intelligent HVAC choice.
1. SHOULD I REPAIR OR REPLACE MY EXISTING SYSTEM?
2. HOW MUCH CAN I SAVE WITH NEW EQUIPMENT?
3. IS INSTALLING A CENTRAL HVAC SYSTEM REALLY NECESSARY?
4. WHAT IS THE BEST THERMOSTAT TO USE WITH MY SYSTEM?
5. HOW CAN I BE SURE I'M SELECTING THE RIGHT CONTRACTOR?
6. HOW DO I SELECT THE RIGHT HEATING/COOLING SYSTEM?
7. IF I HAVE AN EXISTING SYSTEM, CAN ANY OF THE COMPONENTS BE REUSED?
8. HOW COMPLICATED IS A NEW SYSTEM INSTALLATION?
9. WHAT DOES THE AIR HANDLER DO FOR MY SYSTEM?
10. WHAT CAN I DO TO IMPROVE INDOOR AIR QUALITY?
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