List of Simple Questions 9

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Ducts under house making noise when heat goes on and off.
Well, find a solution on this page.

I have an electric heat pump it sounds like a train leaving station.
Hurry up do not miss it! Otherwise, get some info on this page.

Is there anything that can be done to make ductwork stop making noise?
Yes, and you can find a solution on this page.

Why new heat pump is so much bigger than old one?
Because it's more efficient.

Can I heat my basement with my existing gas furnace?
In the most cases, yes.

Furnace filter got sucked into blower area.
Maybe its too dirty, and now you may need to replace the blower wheel. Buy one on the right.

How to branch out ductwork from my furnace to heat my garage.
You cannot do it, because it's illegal.

How to increase airflow in bathroom wall registers.
Balance your system with the pipe dampers.

How to work with ductwork.
Purchase my "Ductwork Installation Guide" book and find it out for yourself.

Long running furnace hurt heat exchanger?
Bad chambers are usually related to the age of the unit. Expanding and contracting of the metal over time will rust it.

Best type of ductwork for attic installation.
Insulated sheet metal ductwork.

Can the dryer vent cause a co2 alarm?
I doubt that you have CO2 alarm, most likely it's CO! If your dryer vent is clogged with lint then your CO alarm may go off. Do not have one? Buy it on the right.

Distance between fresh air and exhaust duct.
10'.

Does a furnace condensate if it does not have a humidifier?
If this is a condensing high efficiency furnace it will condensate.

Easiest way to cold air return metal panning.
You can use thermo-pan and staples.

Can heat escape from ductwork in the attic?
Yes, if it's not sealed properly. Buy a duct sealant on the right.

Can a cold air return run along a floor?
Yes, in the joist space.

Can I close off an unused room without affecting my furnace?
Yes, get more info on this page.

Can I put a screen on my furnace vent pipe?
Yes.

Central heating takes an hour to stop making a tapping noise!
Then what are you waiting for? Get a solution on this page.

Connecting to ducting to above oven microwave oven.
Find an answer on this page.

Do I need b-vent for my 80 percent furnace?
If your old furnace was vented to the chimney, then you should use a chimney liner instead.

Do you include basement in furnace BTU calculation?
Normally, yes.

Got a new furnace motor, when it runs it rattles the floor, is this normal?
No, you should balance it.

How big does a sidewall cold air return vent need to be?
What is a sidewall cold air return? But in general cold air returns range from 14" x 6" to 48" x 6", sometimes by 10". And you can buy some on the right.

How do I connect flex duct to a drop ceiling.
Get info for this topic here on this page.

How to connect s-cleats ducting.
I have a Chapter #40 in my "Ductwork Installation Guide" book where you can find info for this topic.

Is it ok for my exhaust on my high efficiency furnace to build a lot of condensate?
Well, if it runs through unconditioned space then yes.

Is there a bad spot to put a cold air return in a furnace?
Yes, its not a good idea to put it at the back side of the furnace's jacket.

Lack of return air causing condensate blow off.
No, it's rather the one-sided path of air making this happen, but get more info on this page, BTW its free.

Leaks around air return at furnace entrance.
Seal it with the duct sealer or silicone. Buy it on this page.

Should 95% efficiency furnace vent into crawl space?
No, it's against code.

What kind of drill bit do I need to drill through a duct pipe?
Drill bit for metal.

Why are some of the registers blowing air out from our furnace noisier than others?
Probably because more air is coming thru, balance the system.

Does a gas-fired heater produce booming sound?
Normally not, yours requires a repair or maybe even a replacement.

Where does condensate pump discharge to?
Usually they discharge it to a sink, sometimes (for A/C-s only) to outside.

How can I make my furnace 2 zones?
Just to add one! If you do not know how please visit this page.

How far apart should I place my heating vents?
Normally we put them under each window.

When I use dense air filters, my furnace ductwork makes a boom sound.
Its looks that your filter rack is undersized.

Would a fresh air combustion intake air lower humidity in my home?
Yes, it will lower humidity in the wintertime.

Draft inducer motor bearings went bad heat exchanger cracked.
I'm sorry to hear that, buy a new furnace. Buy it and get step-by-step guide how to install it on this page.

Distance between erv vent pipes.
Here is a free PDF file where you can find an answer to your question.

Does a cold air intake on furnace increase efficiency?
Absolutely!

Fixing popping noise in plenum.
Get info on this page.

Furnace keeps turning off fan sounds like water inside.
Tunings, condensate trap or condensate pipes might be clogged.

High efficiency furnace installation pics.
You may find a lot of photos on this page.

Is mold normal just above the air conditioner coil main duct?
Of course not!

What happens when you block off all heat vents?
Are you crazy? Just turn off your furnace!

Why use scoops on duct starting collars?
To direct more air into a heat run.

Could you tap into a basement heat duct register to add one to the garage?
No.

Are heat and ac ducts in the attic bad?
Yes.

Adding turning veins to ductwork.
I have a PDF file for this topic.

Can you split an oval duct into two?
I have never seen it before.

Can you use a dryer vent to vent a microwave?
No, just vent it separate, what's the problem?

Ductwork riser/offset what is the difference?
In general, riser, it's when your duct goes up or down or if you are mitering a smaller dimension (In 24 x 8 duct, its 8").
Offset, it's when your duct goes to the left or to the right or if you are mitering a bigger dimension.

How do you install a heat pump gas exhaust?
I have never heard about a heat pump gas exhaust, cause it is electrical, do you?

How far away for cold air intake should fireplace vent be?
10"

How to troubleshoot noisy heating ducts, rushing air sound, return air.
Find info on this page.

Magnetic register covers to shut off' forced air furnace registers in unused room.
You can use them, but you should use them wisely! Get more info on this page.

Moving gas furnace to the basement and running ducting to the two-story house.
My God! It's what my "Ductwork Installation Guide" book is all about!

My high efficiency furnace cycles on and off a lot is this correct?
No, re-read your thermostat manual again.

Rheem classic® series 90 plus will not start after replace thermostat.
Open the lower panel on your furnace and make sure that the thermostat wires there match the terminals on your stat.

Terrible furnace installation photos.
If you got a "Terrible furnace installation", take some pics and send them to me. I will publish them on the "Wall of Shame" or "Wall of Ignoramuses" pages of this site.

Why do I have water coming down my microwave vent?
It's difficult to see it from here. If you have a similar problem take a few pics and send them to me, or just visit this page.

Will new ductwork in attic cut my heating and cooling bills?
If they will seal and insulate it properly then my answer would be yes!

Can a gas line run thru a ceiling plenum?
Yes.

Can condensate from a high efficiency gas furnace discharge to a storm drain?
No, because it may get frozen.

Can I put a register on heater plenum?
Yes.

Can I run a return duct from my basement to my air handler?
If you have some room in your closet or you do not mind to build a chase then yes.

Can you install a furnace underneath a house?
In the crawl space - yes, but if you live in the a raised house I think your furnace could be easily stolen.

Do pipes make a clicking noise in a two-story house when the second floor is not being used?
Well, why not? Resolve this issue on this page.

Does duct insulation in an unconditioned basement save about the same amount of energy as exterior wall insulation?
I do not think so.

Fasten panning to joists.
You can use 1" sheeting nails or ¼" zip screws.

How far does a sofa need to be from a return vent?
I think 1" - 3" is fine.

How to find out an offset formula.
It is extremely simple, just go to this page and get all the info you want!

How to install duct boot in drywall.
I have a Chapter in my "Kitchen Remodeling Edition" book dedicated to this issue.

How to lubricate high efficiency furnace.
It is permanently lubricated.

How to replace draft inducer in Carrier furnace.
Watch a video on this page. And buy a druft inducer below.

How to replace furnace pressure switch.
Watch a video on this page. And you can buy one on the right.

I have a small gas leak in my furnace do I need a new furnace.
Maybe you have to replace a gas valve. Buy one below.

My air ducts run from a silver foiled box.
Right, they named it plenum.

Are condensate pumps wired to off/on furnace power switch?
If it's not plugged in, then it definitely is.

Can I block my heating vents with insulation so heat doesn't go to my basement?
You cannot completely cut off heat to your basement and save, unless your ductwork is properly sealed and thoroughly insulated.

Can you hear noise through ductwork?
Yes, you can. However, try a duct muffler.

Can you use cold vents to pick up heat from basement.
Unless your house sits on a volcano, basements are usually much colder then upstairs. So what type of heat do you intended to pick up from there?

Do bathroom fans come with backflow preventers?
Normally yes.

Energy saving tips and explanation.
Yeah, I have quite a few of them, check them out here.

How do drain an overflowing condensate pump.
If your condensate pump is overflowed, you should not drain it you must replace it! Get more info and buy it on this page.

How to make a room warm that does not have a cold air return?
I have a video #6 on this page dedicated to this issue.

Is a rounded elbow better for airflow on furnaces?
Round elbow is always better then a rectangular one, but if your question is about a cold air boot, then you should use a rectangular one.

Are there any down flow furnaces that will qualify for the federal tax credit?
Any furnace 95% efficiency and higher will qualify for the federal tax credit.

Book for tips and tricks for ductwork.
My "Ductwork Installation Guide" book is full of "tips and tricks"! However, if $75 price for the book is too high for you go to this page and save.

Can condensing furnace pipes be run next to each other?
They should be run next to each other, but they shouldn't touch each other if of course you haven't any other choice.

Can flex duct be installed in a garage.
Yes, it can, but if you leave it exposed it will look ugly.

Can I make round ductwork from sheet metal?
It seems to me that you are a "die hard" DIY-er - just buy one at the box store!

When furnaces are in crawl spaces and attics, where is a humidifier put?
In the crawl space and in the attic.

Fitting ductwork pictures.
You can find pictures of all fittings you want in Chapter Materials of my "Ductwork Installation Guide" book.

Where do the red and white wires go on control board from ac unit?
R and Y.

All the materials involved with a gas furnace, piping ductwork etc.
You can find pictures of all fittings you want in Chapter Materials of my "Ductwork Installation Guide" book.

Do I need a fresh air line in the cold air return with a heat pump?
Yes.

How do you tell the difference between the return vent and the supply vent?
Supply vent must has adjustable louvers.

Should you put filters on your heat vents?
No.

What happens if I oversize my air handler?
It will short cycle, and it won't remove enough moisture.

Will closing the cold air return damage my furnace during construction?
You have to put a filter, but the best way is the use of temporary furnace.

Can a heat pump be installed under a crawl space?
Well, I do not know, but what do you have under a crawl space?

Can I install a heat exchanger in my return duct?
Here is a free PDF file where you can find an answer to your question. And you can buy a heat recovery ventilator on the right.

Can I run furnace exhaust through joists?
If you are talking about PVC exhaust then the answer is yes.

Can you insulate an electric furnace?
You can insulate whatever you want!

Can you run water pipe through a cold air return?
Yes.

Fixing a squeaky draft inducer.
Just replace it. Get one on this page.

How do you build a duct heating system books?
I do not know too many books for this topic, but on my site, you can find some of them on this page.

I have loud noise from air units in my attic but I seem to be the only one who hears it, why?
Direct this question to your shrink...

Is it wise to close off heating and air registers in order to reduce energy costs?
Absolutely, however you may need get more info on this page.

Why did the technician give a red warning after the furnace gas valve showed a small leak?
Because it is dangerous to use a gas leaking furnace. Buy a gas valve below.

Why does my furnace pull air from inside my house?
Because your furnace will recycle it, otherwise you wouldn't afford your gas bill.

Adding a second furnace to heat garage, can I vent two furnaces into one pvc pipe.
No.

Can I run a gas line through attic?
If your furnace sits in the attic, how else can you run it, genius?

Can over stove microwaves be connected without having an outside vent being connected?
Well I have a page where you can see this kind of installation, read my comments there.

Can you insulate around power range vent?
If your vent is in the attic, then my answer is yes, you should insulate it.

Correct way to seal furnace exhausts.
Yes, I saw some weird installation where joints were sealed. They were using high temperature silicone or aluminum foil tape.

Heat pump p trap, should it be dry in the winter.
In the wintertime, you do not have condensate, so a p-trap may dry out. In general p-trap should be installed if an evaporator is installed on the intake side of the air handler. If its installed on the supply side p-trap doesn't allow air to escape through the condensate line.

How can we install more furnace ductwork on second floor of an already finished house?
Put them in the attic.

How much space does a 120000 BTU furnace heat?
The right answer to this question is - you should do a load calculation. However, there is a rule of thumb: 1 BTU for 35 square feet. That means that this furnace is good for a 3430 square feet house.

How to make a double offset on sheet metal duct?
If your question is about making an offset and riser from the same piece of duct, the answer is here on this page.

How to secure end cap on rectangular duct?
There are two types of end caps: end caps for S-cleat drive-cleat connection and slip-on end caps. In the first case you should use S-cleats and drive-cleat, in the second one - a bottom punch or ¼" zip screws.

I haven't had my furnace inspected in 5 years.
And I haven't had my furnace inspected in 11. So I have more chances to be listed in the Guinness book.

Is there a p trap under my furnace?
Unless your high efficiency furnace is installed horizontally it should be inside.

My cold air return for the furnace is on the wall on my bottom level, does this mater?
Well, it's not the best place for your cold air return, but what else can you do?

Problem with hvac, one thermostat is controlling both zones.
This is wrong you should have two.Buy one on this page.

Replace metal ductwork underground.
Do not replace them - seal them. Watch videos #12 and #13 in the Duct Sealing player on this page.

Which is correct, duct work or ductwork?
Ductwork.

Pictures of how to make an offset on ductwork.
On this page, you can find them a lot.

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