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Upcoming Lennox & Trane Price Increases: What Homeowners and Contractors Need to Know Both Lennox and Trane have announced residential HVAC price increases taking effect in early 2026. Even a modest percentage rise can add hundreds to a replacement, shaping the efficiency tier, accessories, and install timing you choose. In recent years we have seen repeated price file updates, often mid sing ...

Understanding Air Handlers: Why They Matter for Comfort, Cost and Indoor Air Quality An air handler, sometimes called an AHU, is the indoor circulatory system of HVAC. It regulates and moves conditioned air through ducts, so it directly shapes how even rooms feel, how well humidity is managed, how clean the air stays, and how much energy the system uses. When the air handler is well matched to th ...

Why Homeowners Are Replacing Central Air with 3 Zone Systems Single zone central air can feel like using one light switch for the whole house: some rooms glare, others stay dim. We routinely hear about hot and cold spots, rising energy bills, duct related dust circulating, and equipment short cycling during heat waves or cold snaps. The result is uneven comfort, higher wear on the system, and air ...

Split-System Air Conditioner Warranty Options: What Homeowners Need to Know Split system air conditioner warranties are layered protections that manage risk across two key boxes in your home: the outdoor condenser and the indoor air handler or coil. Each has its own model and serial number, and each typically carries its own warranty obligations. Think of it like two umbrellas that overlap, one f ...

Why Are HVAC Prices So Expensive? A Quick Overview After decades in HVAC, we can tell you higher prices usually come from multiple moving parts, not one. Modern systems pack advanced compressors, variable speed motors, and smarter controls. Energy efficiency standards, refrigerant phase downs, and permitting add cost. Skilled installation takes licensed labor, precision tools, and time. Materials ...

How Smart Thermostats Are Helping New Yorkers Cut Heating & Cooling Bills Heating and cooling dominate many NYC utility bills, especially in older buildings with inconsistent temperatures. A simple, high value upgrade is a smart thermostat, which trims unnecessary runtime while keeping rooms more comfortable. A smart thermostat is a connected control that learns your schedule, adapts to weath ...

Why Goodman AC Units Are a Top Choice for Home Cooling Efficiency Goodman is a value-focused pick that blends high-efficiency performance with features usually reserved for premium lines. In our experience, their compressors and coils provide steady, dependable cooling. Many models support variable-speed operation and pair with smart thermostats, so comfort and energy use stay balanced, like usin ...

When Should I Add a Hard Start to My Central Air Conditioner? If your air conditioner hesitates at startup, hums without kicking on, dims the lights, or occasionally trips a breaker, a hard start kit could be the assist your compressor needs. It provides a short burst of extra torque at startup, similar to a sprinter using starting blocks, helping the compressor overcome initial resistance and ge ...

What Is the Ideal Temperature for Home AC in the Summer? The ideal setting is not a single magic number, it is a workable range that balances comfort with operating cost. A reliable starting point is 78 F (26 C). From there, most homes find a sweet spot between 75 and 78 F, where air still feels crisp without driving up the power bill or overworking the system. Why a range instead of one setting? ...

Should You Get a Mini Split for a Basement Apartment? Basement apartments are often cool and damp in summer and chilly or musty in winter due to limited sunlight, below grade walls, and constrained airflow. A ductless mini split can be a smart retrofit since it targets one zone without tying into old ductwork. It is a compact heat pump for a specific space, pairing an outdoor unit with a quiet wa ...

If Your Furnace Is Loud, Don't Ignore It: A Quick Safety-First Overview After decades working on home heating equipment, we treat new or loud furnace noises as diagnostic signals, not background chatter. A sudden bang, rattle, whistle, or squeal can point to airflow restrictions, worn or loose parts, ignition problems, or combustion issues. Left unchecked, these problems reduce comfort, raise ene ...

What Are the Components of a Residential HVAC System? A residential HVAC system is a set of parts that heat, cool, and move air throughout the home. We think of it like a relay team, each component handing off comfort to the next. Knowing the players helps you keep rooms even, energy costs in check, indoor air cleaner, and equipment lasting longer with simple upkeep. Thermostat: the control that ...