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"You don't know what you don't know." Here we talk about topics and common issues relating to HVAC design and your home. For understanding the "why's" and "how's," ProCalcs Blog is here to help.

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Deciphering HVAC Systems: Single-Stage, Two-Stage, and Variable Speed Comfort

By Marie Solpico / August 18, 2023

Have you ever found yourself nestled comfortably in your living room, surrounded by the perfect indoor temperature, and wondered about the magic behind this cozy haven? Well, wonder no more! Let’s take a dive into the world of HVAC systems, where we’ll explore single-stage, two-stage, and variable speed systems that work behind the scenes to…

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The Mastermind Behind Every HVAC Design

By Marie Solpico / August 11, 2023

When we think of HVAC design we think about the equipment, or the drawing, or the materials. However, there is another detail to our blueprints that we often breeze over. In reality though, it is one of the most essential details that makes everything else possible: the initials of the person behind every exceptional HVAC…

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Improve Indoor Air Quality with a Clean HVAC Duct System

By Marie Solpico / August 4, 2023

With the numerous clients we have met – and of course yourself as a property owner, we all understand the tedious task of making sure the house or property we purchase is in fact worth the buck. But we often forget the next and essential step, which is all about actually maintaining and sustaining our…

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Air Pressure, Leaks, and Why We Need to Resolve It

By Marie Solpico / July 28, 2023

Ever been worried when the doors suddenly magically open by themselves? Do you hear sudden and random whistling and odd noises? Or do you feel random drafts of air? If you have watched too much horror movies, most probably you have wondered if a poltergeist has invaded your home. You have two ways to solve…

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How Your Attic Affects Your Home

By Marie Solpico / July 20, 2023

For most people, the attic is just considered as extra storage space, that place where you can store the Christmas decorations you have to bring out once a year, or where you keep old toys from your children’s younger years. However, your attic actually plays an important part in your home’s energy efficiency. Issues like…

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Why Does My House Have Hot or Cold Spots?

By Dana Poppell / July 12, 2023

Why does My House Have Hot or Cold Spots? Imagine this: It’s summertime, you’ve got your AC on, and you’re sitting in your living room where the temperature is perfect, nice and comfortable. Let’s say it’s the afternoon, and it’s time to get ready to go out to dinner. So you head to your bedroom,…

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What is a Heat Load Calculation? Improve Your HVAC Design With ProCalcs

By ProCalcs / December 17, 2020

From builders and contractors to architects and homeowners, it pays to rely on precise load calculations to ensure that your HVAC design is properly sized for the task at hand. Commercial and residential properties both rely on heating and cooling systems to retain comfort all year long, yet this process often accounts for the highest…

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Rely on ProCalcs for Fast, Accurate HVAC Design Services!

By ProCalcs / October 16, 2020

When it comes to load calculations for the HVAC design of your upcoming project, it’s essential to take the steps necessary to create an ideal fit. Proper HVAC design services can help to select the right size and type of equipment for the job, delivering ongoing efficiency. Not only does this help to make the…

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ProCalcs Offers Complete HVAC Design Load Calculations

By ProCalcs / August 4, 2020

When it comes to HVAC design, precise energy calculations can help to deliver efficient results and lasting quality. Even more, these load calculations can help to achieve the right fit while meeting all applicable building code requirements. Most companies and municipalities rely on standards published by the Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA). The ACCA…

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The Importance of Manual D for Proper Duct Design

By ProCalcs / June 29, 2020

Whether you’re a contractor in need of precise load calculations to help you deliver the most effective and efficient HVAC system to your clients, or you’re a private citizen planning on building the home of your dreams, it is highly recommended (and in many situations required!) to use the ACCA Manual D to properly size…

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