Kelvin J.
Problem. AC installed prior to closing but doesnt work.liability?
I closed on my first house with a freshly installed A/C. It hasn't worked properly since install. It is under warranty but after several visits the contractor is blaming the existing pipework (the 'line set' and drain...
Aaron Van Curen
HVAC - Install new A/C or Heat pump
I have a flip that does not have a working A/C unit. I have tight margins so I'm wondering if I should just do a regular A/C replacement or replace it with a heat pump to create a great selling point and maybe even in...
Ben Zelenka
Forced Air vs Central Air
What's the difference between forced air and central air? And what are the pros and cons of each, I'm super young so this stuff is all new to me. I'm trying to get as educated as I can before I dive into investing. Th...
Jay Garrison
Central Air Condenser on the roof or in a cage?
Hi,I just had a HVAC guy come out and give me an estimate on 2 central air units for a 2 flat. The top floor gets pretty hot in the summer, flat roof. First floor is obviously much cooler. The quote they gave me has a...
Ciprian L.
AC unit replacement
Hello BP,I have a 20 year old single family in Indianapolis that has a problem with the outside AC unit. I received a quote to replace the unit with a used one for $920 or replace it with a new system for $2940. We h...
David Krulac
New Hot Water Heater Regulations April 16, 2015
New Water Heater GuidelinesNational Appliance Energy Conservation Act (NAECA) - On April 16th, 2015 the NAECA will require all manufacturers to make new water heaters to comply with the new standards. The change ...
Tyler Todhunter
High humidity in rental home
Hi everyone, I have a problem and I'm hoping someone can help me identify a solution. I have a single family rental home and the renters have been complaining about the walls being wet and causing a mildew/mold probl...
Chris Harrington
I dropped the ball!
You know if you let a problem fester you can count on it getting worse!Just evicted a tenant in a 6 plex we own. He has been there for years and pretty much paid his rent on time. Didn't cause any issues and no comp...
Brad Smith
Paint Vapor Permeability
Is paint vapor permeability a concern? I called the local Sherwin-Williams and they have a product for reduced permeability called Resilience but it appears to only be for exterior use. I may be jousting at windmill...
Matt Winters
Houston HVAC Contractor recommendation
I am looking for a reasonable and reliable Houston area (Montrose) HVAC guy to repair or possibly replace a rooftop packaged AC unit. Anyone have a recommendation?Thanks!