Copper Versus Aluminum Coils HVAC Quality Guide 101

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Copper Versus Aluminum Coils HVACWhat you will learn with the Copper Versus Aluminum Coils HVAC article:
1) The transition from copper to aluminum for HVAC manufacturers.
2) The pros and cons of copper coils versus aluminum coils for air conditioner systems or heat pumps.
3) Trying something new or keeping the status quo?
4) A video debunking the “aluminum is difficult to repair” myth.
5) Lastly, plenty of resources and in-depth related links to help you learn (more…)

Air Handlers | Heating and Cooling

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Caution is always advised around mechanical and electrical equipment including the air handler. Turn the power off before removing any panels.

Air HandlersAir 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…)