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Air ConditioningWhy Mitsubishi Electric Leads in Mini-Split Design and EfficiencyMitsubishi Electric is one of the best-known names in ductless mini-splits, recognized for inverter technology, efficient equipment and a wide range of indoor unit…
Air ConditioningMulti-Head Mini-Splits: How They Work and Where They FitA multi-head mini-split is a ductless system that connects one outdoor unit to two or more indoor units, each with its own temperature control.…
Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)Indoor Air Quality Beyond Mold: Dust, VOCs, Filtration and UpkeepMold gets most of the attention, but dust, pollen, VOCs and fine particles also affect the air in your home. The practical tools are…
Ductwork & Air FlowHow Furniture, Rugs and Closets Affect Your Home’s AirflowGood airflow means conditioned air can reach every part of a room and return to your HVAC system without being blocked. Furniture, drapes, rugs…
MoldBest Practices for Mold Prevention in Your HVAC SystemA properly sized, well-maintained HVAC system is one of the best tools for mold prevention because it removes humidity every time it cools. Keep…
Insulation & EnvelopePassive House Mechanical Systems: ERVs, Heat Pumps and MoreA Passive House relies on a few carefully matched mechanical systems: balanced ventilation with an ERV or HRV, right-sized heating and cooling (usually a…
Insulation & EnvelopeWhat Is a Passive House? The Standard Explained for TexasPassive House is a building standard that uses airtight construction, continuous insulation, high-performance windows and heat or energy recovery ventilation to keep a home…
Air ConditioningWhy Zoning an HVAC System Is Complex in Central Texas HomesZoning a single HVAC system is hard because closing dampers to some zones raises static pressure, which can damage ductwork and equipment. A zoned…
Air ConditioningWhat Is a Zoned HVAC System? A Guide for Central Texas HomesA zoned HVAC system divides your home into areas that each have their own thermostat, using motorized dampers in the ductwork so one system…
Ductwork & Air FlowHow Your Home’s Duct System Works: A Central Texas GuideA home duct system is made up of supply and return plenums, the ducts themselves, and the boots, registers and grilles that connect to…
Ductwork & Air FlowDuct System Plenums: What They Are and Why Size MattersThe supply and return plenums are the main air chambers attached to your furnace or air handler, and their size affects airflow, static pressure,…
MoldWhy Your HVAC System Alone Can’t Stop Mold in Central TexasEven a top-tier HVAC system can't prevent mold on its own, because moisture gets in from leaks, showers, cooking, laundry and damp attics or…
