Most people assume that the outdoor unit is what conditions the air. However, an air handler is the one that dehumidifies the air and gets rid of the high temperatures. It includes both a blower and a coil. And you can use it when you do not have a furnace or any blower. An evaporator coil can also remove the heat and humidity from air but in systems that already have a … [Read more...] about How to Pick the Perfect Evaporator Coil and Air Handler
How to Sharpen a Chainsaw Chain
If you haven't sharpened your chainsaw chain in some period, then it's time you get on with it. A fresh new edge is what your chainsaw needs. There are a couple of signs that should tell you your chainsaw needs a sharpener. One is the cut your chainsaw makes. A curved cut should remind you to get a better edge. So why not save money and sharpen the chainsaw chain rather … [Read more...] about How to Sharpen a Chainsaw Chain
How to Pick the Perfect Pressure Washer Wand
Selecting an excellent pressure washer wand can be a challenging task- there’s so much to variety. But you can also get wands tailor-made for either electric or gas pressure washers. And then there’s a telescoping wand. It is the wand to go for when you can’t reach high spaces while cleaning. Even so, if it's a replacing wand you need, this is your chance to improve to … [Read more...] about How to Pick the Perfect Pressure Washer Wand
How to Use a Pressure Washer Chemical Injector
Cleaning with water alone has never been effective. A little detergent can help you achieve superior outcomes. And sure, a pressure washer is an excellent way to get rid of all the dirt ad mild stains. But what do you do when you fail to remove the mold and mildew from your siding? Wait, you know the answer to this; chemical injectors. Using detergents Do you ever … [Read more...] about How to Use a Pressure Washer Chemical Injector
How to Pick the Perfect Furnace
Forced air heating is the preferred method of heating, replacing traditional steam and hot water systems. Almost all forced-air heating systems use the furnace. You can find gas furnaces in various sizes, types, and even efficiencies according to its application. How do you pick the right one? Basic designs of furnaces Depending on the fuel source, a furnace … [Read more...] about How to Pick the Perfect Furnace
How to Avoid Tripping a Generator with a Bonded Neutral
If you have a tripping generator, then you know how frustrating it can be. Finding the way out is even more frustrating- everyone seems to know what you should do, and yet nobody has a solution. Well, here is the solution; a GFI transfer switch is the answer for a tripping generator that has a bonded neutral. If your openings are fully GFCI protected, then the switch … [Read more...] about How to Avoid Tripping a Generator with a Bonded Neutral
How to Season Firewood for a Better Burn
More smoke than the heat coming from your fireplace, is a sign that your wood isn't well seasoned. Seasoning your firewood will not only make it burn better. But also, your chimneys will look cleaner. And more so, your home will no longer smell like a campfire. Fresh wood makes splitting more difficult. Plus, it adds to the creosote in the chimney which, causes chimney … [Read more...] about How to Season Firewood for a Better Burn
How Central Air Conditioning Systems Work
Life without air conditioning is unbearable. Even thinking about can make you feel the scalding heat. The improvement of how you cool and keep warm is a welcome to many. All this makes you appreciate having this technology. Yet, a lot of people have little to no ideas about how this system works. But you need to know how it works. If you know how you're a/c works, you can … [Read more...] about How Central Air Conditioning Systems Work
How to Pick the Perfect Cordless String Trimmer
Cordless electric string trimmers are fast replacing gas-powered ones. And it’s all for good reasons. First off, cordless electric string trimmers are friendly. They are battery powered and, you can worry less about running out of gas. Plus, while using these cordless trimmers, you do not need extension cords. Nothing is restricting your range of motion. The challenge … [Read more...] about How to Pick the Perfect Cordless String Trimmer
How to Power an RV Air Conditioner with a Generator
Summer heat can make even the jolliest of RV Campers cranky. Traveling in such conditions becomes difficult. And running for a shade is anyone’s best bet. It’s easy to imagine that the nights can get better and you could sleep well. But heat waves at night can get worse. That makes it impossible to have a goodnight's sleep. If only you had an air conditioner, then … [Read more...] about How to Power an RV Air Conditioner with a Generator
How to Pick the Perfect Sewage Pump
People avoid particular topics like they would plagues; and sewages are one of those things. They are plain gross and not worth much concern as long as it’s working excellently. Right? Well, that is where you are wrong. Having the perfect sewage pump is essential. It is difference the between a well-functioning sewage and thousands of cash in repairs. Here are the … [Read more...] about How to Pick the Perfect Sewage Pump
How an Air Handler Works
Anyone living in hot or high humidity areas most likely has an air handler. Yet, not a lot of people can tell the difference between a furnace and an air handler; and a lot more have little to no clue of how air handlers work. An informed homeowner is a wise homeowner. And, if you know how you appliances work, you will be better informed to pick the perfect … [Read more...] about How an Air Handler Works
How to Pick the Perfect Log Splitter Tonnage
Axes are out of date. And you use a lot of effort to chop your logs. But, log splitters are excellent for this tedious task. If you are wondering how these tools work, you are not the only one. They work through directing plenty of pressure contrary to a small surface area of the log. You can measure the pressure in tonnage. Different tonnage can split particular … [Read more...] about How to Pick the Perfect Log Splitter Tonnage
How to Clean Siding with a Power Washer
Cleaning your home's siding doesn't have to be the challenging, tedious task it used to be. And better still, you do not have to hire a power washing company for the job. You can save a lot of extra cash if you handle the task yourself. Don’t know how to do it? Well, we got you covered. And don’t worry. You can clean your siding with a power washer without damaging it … [Read more...] about How to Clean Siding with a Power Washer
How to Pick the Perfect Post Hole Digger
Digging holes can pose a real challenge to anyone. Even so, with the right tool, you can finish the task with less effort. Earth augers are some of the best hole digging tools available. Still, it poses a challenge of picking the right one. You can choose these tools in two different styles. But which is the best one and for which purpose? Here is a detailed guide … [Read more...] about How to Pick the Perfect Post Hole Digger