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04/19/2026

When customers ask is it better to fix or buy a new HVAC-it is you to decide, but you need to know, that warranty DOESN'T cover labor. Its no my post, but this is exactly how the waranty for new hvac system works:
refrigerant leak but continued to work what killed the compressor.
Hvac part warranties are super sad. Basically, the manufacturer reimburses contractors for the cost of parts after an extended period.

The contractor needs to drive to your house in a company van by a guy paid by the hour with cull wages. An hour or two troubleshooting your system using tools the company bought. Then once a defective part is found, let's say a leaking indoor coil. Than he needs to go to the supply house and buy a coil at full price. He needs to drive back to your house. The guy needs to pump down the system and cut out the old coil. He needs to cut out the old filter dryer, which the warranty doesn't cover and replace it. He needs to use a brazing torch and braze, which isn't covered to braze in the new coil. He needs to use nitrogen and leak search his repair. Then he needs to use a vacuum pump and pump down the system, which takes a lot of time. Afterwords releasing the refrigerant, checking pressures, and normally adding a few pounds of refrigerant. Than he needs to drive back to the supply house and fill out all of the warranty paper work. Up to this point, this guy has lost a full day at your house, plus hundreds of dollars in material, using thousands of dollars worth of tools. The factory so far has given $0. After a few weeks, the factory will reimburse the contractor for the cost of JUST the indoor coil.

Overhead and labor is not covered by the factory warranty. This includes wages & benefits, fuel, vehicle expenses & repairs, insurance, materials, experience, the mortgage on the company shop, the utilities on the company shop, the wages for the office staff, all of the expensive tools the company had to buy to run the business, plus expensive software, training, and lastly the profit as all of these companies are for profit businesses.

So at the end that's how a "warranty" compressor replacement costs about 3k in labor.

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03/26/2026

Some of you had issues with LG refrigerators - here is the link to the story of the guy who pushed LG to pay for a repair. Might it will be helpfull

I'm sure they all have their issues with both reliability and service but my experience trying to get LG to cover a compressor failure that is still under warranty has been pretty unbelievable. I've been posting about it on my page and has finally reached a point where I thought I would...

01/15/2026

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01/15/2026

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12/18/2025

Conventional Heat Pump (meaning not inverter one, that cover 99% of the US market), is sufficient only up to 30 F, It still produces heat when its 20F, but because it goes to defrost mode too often, its efficiency goes to 0. Inverter Heat pumps work well up to -5F. So make sure your emergency heat works fine so you don't freeze when the temp is below 20F.

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04/25/2025

Don`t forget to replace your AC filter at least once in 2 months! It`s VERY important for your system longevity!

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04/25/2025

If you wanted to lower your carbon footprint - support solar farms in Virginia!

Purchase energy from solar facilities located in communities throughout Virginia and use solar energy, without needing panels installed on your home/business.

03/18/2025

Here is a good chart to find the correct bulb

Find the lightbulbs shape you’re looking for with this visual chart- detailed illustrations of bulb shapes include A19, MR16, PAR, and linear fluorescent tubes.

06/21/2024

Today we had a diagnostic call in a house where 1st floor and basement were flooded because of the failed water supply valve of the dishwasher. It wasn`t too old, just 3 years, but Let me remind you, that even a new one can fail. Buy at least not expensive passive leak sensors and put them near your washer and dishwasher for your peace of mind. They will let you know by siren and notification on your phone about leak, before the flood happens. If you need an active system that will shut your main water supply valve, contact us for a quote!

06/11/2024

Washing machines are a convenience we often take for granted until they malfunction. In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into the most common washer problems and provide detailed solutions. From dealing with leaks to addressing unbalanced loads, our aim is to empower you with the knowledge to troubleshoot and even prevent issues, saving you time and money on repairs. Hope you remember - every month - 1 cup of chlorine(bleach) into the tub and into washer dispensers and start tub clean cycle(or hot water wash cycle) to get rid of bed smell and once a month 1 cup of vinegar to get rid of calcium buildups. Washers are very reliable, but sometimes Drain pump can fail with a lot of water in it, this is when you need tech to show up to drain the water and replace drain pump. ApplianceFixPros.com can help.

05/27/2024

Samsung Refrigerators RF18A5101SR / RF18A5101SR/AA after any unstable voltage(or short power outage) go to safe mode and do not return to work by themselves. You need to reset them (by pressing and holding left and right arrow at the same time for 8 seconds). So your food will be spoiled after you return from vacation in the freezer as well. AVOID those fridges!