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Heating and Cooling Terms and Definitions
- Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
- Regulation of temperatures, through heating and cooling, inside of residential and commercial building.
- HVAC
- Acronym that refers to the climate control system, which governs heating, ventilation and air conditioning.
- Needle Valve
- A valve, used in HVAC systems, with a stem that tapers to a point.
- Velometer
- A device used to measure the velocity of air in an HVAC system.
- Mass Coefficient
- HVAC thermal calculation correction factor that adjusts for actual conditions.
- Radial Ducting
- An HVAC system with ductwork running outward from a central heating and/or cooling unit.
- Recool
- The sensible cooling of air that has been previously heated by HVAC systems serving the same building.
- Ductwork
- Network of ducts that has been installed, usually as part of an HVAC system. Ductwork is typically constructed from sheet metal.
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Home Heating Systems
It usually isn’t until we receive our energy bill that we remember how our home
is heated. Heat is often taken for granted because for the most part our heating
systems are controlled by a simple turn of the thermostat and magically we have
heat! In recent times, homeowners are becoming more conscious of how much heat
is used because energy costs are taking a bigger bite out of our household
budgets.
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Common A/C Problems
Most air conditioning problems are a result of flawed installation, poor
service, and insufficient maintenance. However, there are several ways to check
for and resolve problems associated with your central air conditioning. Common
problems include the compressor failing to turn on, the air not coming out cool
enough, low airflow, and water leaks.
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Energy Efficient Air Conditioning
In order to get the most out of your air conditioning system, it is important to
understand the different designs, components, and operating principles. Paying
close attention to the proper sizing, selection, installation, maintenance, and
correct use are keys to lowing your overall costs.
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Shopping For New A/C Units
With today’s advanced technology, selecting an air conditioner has become a
complicated task, requiring much research and planning. If you neglect to put
time and energy into selecting the right air conditioner, you will soon pay for
it when you begin to lose money due to a poor choice.
There are several things to consider when shopping for an air conditioner.
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