2022

About Me
Heidi's HVAC Help, Ideas, Troubleshooting Tips and More

Hello, I am Heidi, and this is my blog devoted to HVAC issues, repair, troubleshooting, maintenance tips and more. Before you dive into my posts, let me introduce myself. I am a mum of three kids and married to an amazing husband. I used to work in the HVAC industry, but now I spend most of my time working as an editor from my house. I needed something that offered the flexibility of staying at home with my little ones, but I miss the hands-on nature of HVAC work. In this blog, I plan to post on a variety of HVAC related topics. If you have questions or concerns, I hope these posts help you.

Why You Should Avoid Adjusting Your Air Conditioning Thermostat Too Much

20 December 2022
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With most air conditioning systems, you have the option to adjust your thermostat as needed. Even though there is nothing wrong with occasionally reaching for your thermostat to adjust the temperature in your home, you shouldn't get into the habit of playing around with your thermostat too much. If you're curious about why this matters, consider the following reasons.  Keep Your Home at a Comfortable Temperature First of all, even though you might think that you will be able to keep yourself and your family more comfortable by adjusting your thermostat as you feel it is needed, you will probably find that this will have the opposite effect. Read More …

4 Things to Know About Hydronic Heating Systems

21 September 2022
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If you want to change your home's heating and cooling system, then hydronic solutions are worth a look. Read on to learn some useful facts about hydronic systems. 1. Hydronic Systems Can Be Retrofitted Some people assume that you can only fit hydronic heating systems in a new build or during a home renovation project. These systems are often used for underfloor heating, so you might think that this project will be too invasive if you simply want to switch to a new system. Read More …

Essential Selection Criteria For Your Residential Aircon System

2 June 2022
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Looking to buy an air conditioner for your home? Although Australian summers can be tough on those you love, the right air conditioning system can help keep them comfortable in hot weather. As today's aircon systems come in many variations to suit the needs of different users, finding the right one for your residential cooling needs can be a daunting task. To increase your chances of choosing well, you should know what to look at when weighing up your air conditioning options. Read More …

Will It Be Better to Install Your A/C Retrofit Underfloor?

21 March 2022
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When people think about ducted air conditioning, they will normally picture a set-up that's installed above a ceiling, with an extensive ducting network connected to a central processor. Yet, that is by no means the only solution when it comes to ducted A/C, and there may be other options should your particular property be unsuitable. Have you considered an underfloor ducted air conditioning instead if you are looking for alternatives? Read More …