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Good website for basic HVAC & A/C purchasing info?

17 years ago

DH and I bought a home last May that's now 21 years old. Furnace & A/C are original to the home. SO far the heat has worked okay, the A/C had the fan motor go out on us last summer. I'd like to start educating myself about furnaces & A/C units in preparation of purchasing a new one. Specifically, I'd love to become educated enough to determine if I should go ahead and replace them in order to save some $$, or if I should wait until one of them dies... Thanks!

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muddypond
17 years ago
Go to the site I linked and sign up. Once signed up, you can post questions in the Residential HVAC Forum. Be sure to read the rules first.

Here is a link that might be useful: HVAC-Talk
udarrell_2007
17 years ago
There are many things to do in the proper sequence before you select a company to buy equipment from.

If you do not do your prior homework, the system that will be installed will not save as much on your utility bills as you deserve to save.

My ipower web site has been acting up so will use the one listed below.
- udarrell

Here is a link that might be useful: Residential Air Conditioning Systems & Ductwork Systems
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