As usual, much thanks are owed! No wonder I couldn't find it.
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As usual, much thanks are owed! No wonder I couldn't find it.
As I was reading this I was reflecting on the one of the few times I've gotten in trouble with flame sensors. I was on a call and needed to clean the flame sensor but didn't have my usual method. I...
Never had one of these fabled books but I thought I'd track one down. Trouble is I can't remember the exact name. Lend the guy a hand will you? I'm looking for the book that lists the various models...
Hi Kdean. Nice to see you around. It's been a while since I've been an active poster.
Nothing in his post to suggest it's a HP. Op states it's a 19 yo 125k furmace.
How far we have fallen here at HVAC talk. Ok. 1) the thermostat location is completely jacked. You either need to relocate the thermostat somewhere else or utilize a smart thermostat with a remote...
Your post makes me wonder if you have a return air leak. I'm not there of course but that's what runs through my head.
LOL how many people have you run into that were convinced they knew everything they needed to, but subsequently make a disaster out of everything? Talking about techs/contractors too.
I should also note that many people exclude the air filter from the TESP measurement. That's wrong too. The T stands for total. Meaning everything.
It depends. How long do you want your blower motor (and everything else) to last? When circus envy said "not bad" he's comparing your measurements to many he has seen. And he's right. That being...
New guys always crack me up. I have to say there was a day where I was the new guy!
Been a while since I've been on so I hope everyone's been well. I just did a blower replacement on this furnace and got a call the next day that the blower isn't shutting off anymore. There's no...
Hey! Bob!
Welcome back.
Let me know if you need some seeds :)
Hell no.
Do you like high power bills for no good reason?
On a technical level, Pest is a horrible thermostat.
you want basic? Honeywell Pro thermostat is my go-to.
Internet capable? Ecobee, hands down.
Performance/efficiency oriented? Ecobee or...
I with Advanced Response on this. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news but from what you've posted your contractor can't properly perform a load calculation and doesn't understand duct design, or...
I need to replace my hammerdrill that I use for linesets, combustion venting and combustion air. Basically, holes from 2" to 6" My last one was an old Hilti I bought off an auction, but sadly Hilti...
They are all correct AND they are all trying to help you.
I'll try to condense my general advice on system replacement and you can do with that what you will.
First, some basic facts about...
Zoning isn't a function of brand, I'm curious why you are fixated on zoning?
Personally I don't generally drive with one foot on the gas, the other on the brake. That's the short version of what...
Ldake, welcome to hvac-talk.
How long did you let the system run before taking those numbers? Two minutes? 10 minutes? One hour? Two hours? It matters. You need to make certain the system has...
While I lack the experience that others have with high humidity environments, that SC figure doesn't get explained by high load. Quite the contrary.
I did make a mistake in my post. I put...
My guess?
overcharge and high indoor airflow with high load is boosting that suction pressure.
Recover excess charge.
Check/correct airflow.
Do an extended run test.
Smokedad, you are falling for one of the more common misconceptions in the HVAC world, often promulgated by underskilled contractors. Yes, I said it, I meant it. You say, but they(any contractor that...
I'm a little late to the party, but YES, some kind of animal was peeing on that condenser. Rain or sprinkler water doesn't do that. PS-that animal was on the short side, imo.
Heatingman, that does look like a very nice setup. At more than four times the price I'll have to consider carefully. I do certainly appreciate you bringing that to my attention. It looks like a...
I'm looking to buy a tool for chopping S Lock and drive. I have considerable sheetmetal work on almost all my installs. Last install had about 30 or so sections of S and drive to cut to length. That...
I would spend my time cleaning up the mess you have before adding to it.
It's almost like you don't know the history of NEST...
You should feel free to have whatever you want controlling your system. I'm just telling you that you shouldn't be surprised to be told the...
ohhhh wonderful...
Another Tony Fadell/ google fanboy that thinks he/she is talking to Luddites.
You have to fix the foundation before you add a second floor.(keep reading)
Your posts are...
good eye! I see it now.
That duct coming up from below looks a little fishy on the top photo. It makes it look like its going through the drain pan. Optical delusion. :)
gadzooks! Isn't that supposed to go UNDER the system?
what a hot mess that is... looks a little bit like staggered Lego blocks.
TO THE OP:
both evaporators are to the left side of the...
ahhhhh...
Are we supposed to be picking based on preference? The poll is really vague!
if that's the deal....
-<NONE OF THE ABOVE>-
I gave up on the honeywell line when they didn't...
Just some ideas-
defrost circuit issues?
Reversing valve problems?
Jeff-
I'd suggest a couple of things to help us understand the issues you could be facing.
First- could you please post a clear photo of the error code chart located on one of the access panel...
Joshua,
congratulations on your rather ambitious project.
I do have to caution you on the hazards of taking something like this on. there is much more to this than you understand. Rather than...
Mr Jani,
First you should understand that the scope of your question is impossibly, insanely, and ridiculously broad. That's why you are getting the reactions you see above. Secondly, this site in...
How did your BBB A+ rated install go?
While I don't generally recommend electrode steam humidifiers like the 800, I would suggest you pair it with the ecobee 3 thermostat/humidistat if you have the wiring to support it. It has excellent...
Yes, I went back to refresh my memory after I posted. That system is going to produce some repair bills , so I suggest spending at least a little $$ to find out if there's anything that can be done...
1.44 in wc???
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That system is going to tear itself apart. I hope you have a PSC motor instead of an ECM.
You should see if you can get somebody to do a point by point static...
Dave, I hope you haven't given up, or paid an extra grand to fix your issue.
I've read through the thread and I feel your frustration. I'm with the other posters that have told you that you...
Just in case you're in doubt, "not disturbed" means:
do not damage, remove, alter, or touch.
It's quite possible that is asbestos.
My point is that I don't know what he was talking about, and I wouldn't expect anybody else to either.
Even if I did, I probably wouldn't endorse it. All the manufacturers drill into us the...
After 22 years in the industry, if someone walked up to me and told me to put some "supco" in their system I would have NO IDEA what they were talking about.
SUPCO is a company. They sell many,...
GaryMa,
Your biggest choice isn't the brand you choose, it's the contractor you hire.
Newer systems are less forgiving to the poor quality installs that were, and still are common. "swapping...
just my first reaction- that is bad, and I mean REALLY bad. That install belongs on Jerry Springer.
I would DEMAND my money back. When your contractor has that little regard for you and...
Penderway PS- unless the manufacturer was given a site drawing, they probably didn't even know the physical orientation of the home for a proper load calc. (just one more thing to throw into the mix)
We are a little fuzzy on the details as penderway has said. It seems that you've been in this location for some time with everything working Ok, but now at least some parts of the home are...
What happened Melissa?
what was the outcome?
I'm concerned that the flaw in the first system was never discovered, still leaving you with an under performing system.
Please let us know!
ditto on all comments
the brand won't save you! You are buying the contractor, not the equipment brand!
Last time I jumped down somebody's throat for assisting a DIY I got slapped, so my responses are decidedly more low key now...
easier to let the mods do what they do.