When installing a new HVAC system, one of the most important safety checks happens before the unit ever powers on. Electricians and HVAC techs must verify that the wire gauge and fuse ratings match the equipment’s nameplate requirements. If they don’t, the system can overheat, trip breakers, or even become a fire hazard. Below, we

Introduction A recent service call revealed a story that’s becoming all too common in the HVAC industry: a homeowner forced to replace a nine-year-old heat pump—not because the equipment was bad, but because it was installed improperly. The installer had placed it directly on concrete at ground level. In a snowy climate like Utah, that’s

A recent customer story highlights a costly but common problem in the HVAC world: repeated system failures caused not by defective equipment, but by an improper installation years earlier. After replacing a compressor, adding leak-stop products, paying for multiple service visits, and finally being quoted another $3,000 in repairs on a nine-year-old system, the homeowner