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Using and Maintaining HVAC Systems in Rental Properties

Hi, my name is Eldine. Over the years, I have managed multiple rental properties, and I have faced the challenge of having renters who do not always tell me about problems. Because of that, I have learned how to write leases so that I can come into the property to check the HVAC system as needed, and I have also figured out how to pick the systems that are easiest for renters to use and maintain. If you own rental properties or if you are just curious about HVAC in general, you have come to the right place. In these posts, you will learn everything about HVAC systems for single-family home rentals as well as for multi-family residences. Please explore and enjoy reading!

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Has Your Air Conditioning Stopped Working? Troubleshoot The Problem With These Helpful Tips

Posted on January 17, 2017

Waking up to a home that is uncomfortably warm and stuffy because the air conditioning system is not cycling on correctly is not a pleasant way to start the day, especially during the hottest part of the summer cooling season. In addition to the discomfort caused by quickly rising room temperatures, this type of situation can also cause homeowners to experience stress as they worry about the cost of any necessary repairs. [Read More]

Keep Your Home Warm Without Breaking The Budget

Posted on December 29, 2016

If you feel like you are paying too much to heat your home, you probably are. While it is a good idea to run out and buy the most energy-efficient furnace you can find, an efficient furnace alone is not enough to keep your heating costs down. In fact, if your home loses heat as fast as your furnace can produce it, then you may not feel like the efficient furnace is making much of a difference at all. [Read More]

Ventilation Know-How: You May Be Overlooking Things That Can Improve Bad Circulation Boo-Boos

Posted on October 31, 2016

Do you sometimes feel as though your home is not properly ventilated? Perhaps you have made this determination as a result of having uncomfortable temperatures. You may also have someone in the home who has respiratory issues that seem to "flare up" when the ventilation issues are most obvious. The following points are a few ways that you can improve ventilation in your home. Cold Temperature Ventilation During the cold season, it can be tempting to keep your home's windows closed in an attempt to conserve energy. [Read More]

Use a Condensate Pump to Prevent Air-Conditioner Condensate Complications

Posted on October 7, 2016

When warm air passes over an air conditioner's evaporator coil, its moisture-holding capacity is usually reduced. This has the effect of leading to the formation of a condensate over the coils. To keep the air conditioner's metallic housing from succumbing to moisture-induced rusting, manufacturers usually fit air conditioners with a condensate drainage system that usually guides this moisture away from the unit. Unfortunately, this system sometimes fails in its moisture-guiding mission, something that then leads to air-conditioner complications. [Read More]