by High Performance HVAC | Ducane HVAC Reviews, Package Unit Reviews |
Ducane Package Unit Reviews - Ducane package units can be purchased as heat pump package units, a gas furnace with air conditioning, air conditioning with electric heat, and heat pumps with gas heating for the backup heat. Ducane is produced primarily for residential and light commercial applications.
Ducane package units come in sizes ranging from 2 to 5 tons for residential and light commercial use and a standard efficiency range of 14 SEER and 81 AFUE for the average Ducane package unit.
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by High Performance HVAC | Ducane HVAC Reviews, Gas Furnace Reviews Index |
Ducane Gas Furnace Reviews - Ducane offers various different gas furnaces to fit many needs and efficiency levels. Ducane’s gas furnace efficiency levels range from the HVAC industry-standard 80% AFUE for lower efficient models to 96% AFUE for the higher gas furnace models.
Comes configured for horizontal flow configuration but can quickly be converted to a left or right flow layout. Gas furnaces over 90% AFUE offer big energy savings compared to baseline 80% gas furnaces which use much more fuel to provide heating.
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by High Performance HVAC | Ducane HVAC Reviews, Heat Pump Reviews |
Ducane Heat Pump Reviews - Consumer Ratings - Ducane is known as a builders grade brand for HVAC equipment so you will not get all the bells and whistles you would with one of the bigger name brands such as Lennox or Trane.
Ducane, by the way, is owned by Lennox but Ducane has its niche producing heat pumps and other HVAC products that do not have the bells and whistles. Ducane heat pumps come in efficiency ranges from 13 SEER 7.5 HSPF to 18 SEER 9.2 HSPF. Ducane heat pump features the following in selected models: (more…)
by High Performance HVAC | Air Conditioner Reviews, Ducane HVAC Reviews |
Ducane Air Conditioner Reviews - Ducane offers 5 models of air conditioners for residential and light commercial ranging from 1.5 tons to 5-ton air conditioners. Their air conditioner SEER ratings range from 13 to 16 SEER. Ducane air conditioners offer no bells and whistles air conditioner, which to me as a technician, it keeps things simple. It could also mean there is less that can go wrong with the air conditioner system simply because you have the basic air conditioner system without the frilly extras. Ducane air conditioner model choices range from the builder’s grade model up to the high efficient 16 SEER model. Some of the features for Ducane air conditioners are:
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by High Performance HVAC | Air Handlers |
With proper maintenance, you can avoid common air handler problems
Common Air Handler Problems - Everyone loves to be comfortable, so when there is a problem with the HVAC system, we can become very uncomfortable. The air handler in the HVAC system has electrical and mechanical components inside it that can experience problems from time to time. Some of the most common problems with air handlers can help you identify the problem and possibly fix the issue — many common air handler problems you can avoid with regular air handler maintenance.
Although some of the issues listed will need the attention of a professional HVAC technician to repair the air handler, after all, an HVAC technician will have all the tools and likely the parts available to make a fast and efficient repair. Furthermore, since every air handler is different it is possible the problems described here do not apply to your situation.
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by High Performance HVAC | Buyers Advice |
Two-Stage Gas Furnace Buyer Tips - Two-stage gas furnaces make up over 30% of all gas furnaces installed in residences in the USA. Two-Stage gas furnaces are more efficient than single-stage gas furnaces in most cases. When purchasing furnaces always check the ARI website for and efficiency ratings and comparisons. (more…)
by High Performance HVAC | Air Conditioning |
For proper Air Conditioner Troubleshooting, you need to understand some basics of air conditioners. This includes basic refrigeration, electricity, electrical components and how electro-mechanical controls work. In addition, basic air conditioner components and air conditioner sequence of operation. Before troubleshooting, you need to identify the basic problem with the system. Aside from the basics such as blown fuses or a tripped breaker we will explore other areas to look at for air conditioner troubleshooting. Tripped circuit breakers for air conditioning systems are covered here. A good preventive maintenance program done periodically can help you avoid common air conditioning problems that require troubleshooting. (more…)
by High Performance HVAC | Air Conditioning |
Air Conditioner Problems - As an HVAC technician I am aware of all the problems air conditioners can develop. Therefore, you will get a unique perspective on air conditioner problems. And hopefully, how to avoid these problems. 
Air conditioners have become a norm in today’s society. Forty or fifty years ago air conditioners were considered a luxury. Now there are building designs where the occupants must rely on air conditioning to remain comfortable.
Additionally, with higher energy costs it is important that our air conditioners are maintained. Hence, a properly maintained system uses less energy and repair costs are lower and less frequent.
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by High Performance HVAC | Air Handlers |
Caution is always advised around mechanical and electrical equipment including the air handler. Turn the power off before removing any panels.
Air Handlers - An air handler is usually located in the garage, a closet, or in the attic (unless you have a package unit then the air handler is incorporated into one system). It is essential to any AC unit and heating forced air system. All AC units need an air handler or way to move air. It can be a part of your furnace and houses the evaporator coils, the blower motor, and some HVAC controls. It can be an up-flow, downflow, or horizontal flow AHU (air handling unit). (more…)
by High Performance HVAC | Thermostats |
What you will learn from the Troubleshooting Broken Thermostats article:
- One of the most common trouble calls for HVAC heating and cooling
- Basic checks of the HVAC System thermostat to see if it is broken or?
- The basics of the thermostat for an HVAC system
- Learn what a heating anticipator is and what type of thermostat uses them.
- Fixing a Broken Thermostat for an HVAC System
- Finally, lots of related useful links to help you learn your heating and cooling HVAC system
Troubleshooting Broken Thermostats - The main connection between the air conditioning and heating system and the end-user is the thermostat. Beyond the air conditioning and heating thermostat, many people know nothing about the HVAC systems that keep them comfortable year-round. While the thermostat may be the problem, make sure you eliminate other possible heating and cooling problems.
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