Richard Powell
Richard Powell
For 8 years, Richard had been working as an HVAC specialist and AC unit installer since his student years. Now, he’s our main consultant on every technical aspect that may arise during our tests and research.

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How to Insulate a Garage from the Door to the Ceiling and Walls
A garage is not only used to park the car but often also as a convenient place to store certain things, overwinter plants, as a workroom, and so on. The garage can be used for much more than simply parking the car. For most additional uses, however, the garage must have good thermal insulation. Of course, this does ...
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Why is My House So Humid?
When the temperatures around the home start to increase, you might see some changes in your house. These might be in the form of a strange smell or having foggy windows. Or you might be chilling in a room and you start sweating and feeling hot even though you haven't engaged in any exercise. You might also notice that ...
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How to Increase Humidity: Tips and Tricks
The ideal air humidity rate for health is Humidifiers can ease problems caused by dry air. But they need regular maintenance. Here are tips to ensure your humidifier doesn't become a health hazard., according to Mayo Clinic. When the humidity is less than 20 percent, it can cause eye irritation, nosebleeds, dry skin, ...
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The Difference Between Window Units vs Central Air Conditioners Explained
To stay cool all summer long, there's nothing better than an air conditioner! But between a central air conditioner and a window-mounted air conditioner, which one should you choose? To answer this question, you will need to know the differences between both. All the types of air conditioning systems have a variety ...
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How to Install Vented or Unvented Gas Fireplaces in 10 Steps
One of the most important considerations in the cold months is a source of warmth. With gas prices staying stable for several years, gas fireplaces are the preferred choice of many homeowners. It is a popular way to add warmth and ambiance to the home. Apart from the price of running, gas fireplaces are excellent ...
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Gas Fireplace Troubleshooting: The Reasons Why It Doesn’t Work and How to Deal with Them
There are few things as enjoyable as relaxing with your loved one in front of a fireplace on a cold night. A fireplace or hearth is a structure made of brick, stone or metal designed to contain a fire. Fireplaces are used for the relaxing ambiance they create and for heating a room. Modern fireplaces vary in heat ...
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How Do Infrared Heaters Work?
Technological advancements have led to the development of many different types of heaters, all of which have their own advantages. An infrared heater or heat lamp is a body with a higher temperature which transfers energy to a body with a lower temperature through electromagnetic radiation. Depending on the ...
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GermGuardian vs. Honeywell: Which to Choose?
They are two of the most popular air purifier brands in the market owing to their effective filtration systems, wide range of sizes for varied coverage and competitive pricing. In this article, we will compare GermGuardian vs Honeywell features in detail to help you make an informed choice. Although some of the ...
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Winix vs. Honeywell: Which Air Purifier to Choose?
It’s a very nice thing to clean the surface of furniture and appliances in your home but you should be thinking about cleaning up the air too. Using an air purifier to work can help you breathe in clean and fresh air. An air purifier is especially needed in your home if you suffer from asthma or allergies because the ...
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Aprilaire vs Honeywell: Which One to Choose?
By looking at lists containing the top whole-house humidifiers, you’ll realize that the Aprilaire and Honeywell brands are featured quite often. Of course, this might lead to an impasse where you’re not sure which option to pick. This is because they both have stellar reputations and lots of positive reviews from ...