Heating and cooling are some of the most important aspects of your home. If they are not functioning properly, you immediately feel the results, thus making you uncomfortable. For this reason, Home Caprice was created! We want to make your life easier, by solving your problems as quickly and easily as possible.
Since our launch in 2019, we have helped over 500,000 people solve a problem they have or choose the best heating or cooling equipment for their homes.
Thanks for the video, helped ease some worry running mine I have had about 7 years. I am curious what happens when they do go bad, is it a dramatic failure or do they just sort of stop one day?
Glad the video helped! When oil-filled heaters go bad, it's usually not dramatic. Most of the time, they just stop working gradually or won't heat up as well. No explosions or anything crazy, just less effective heating.
You're right, some box fans aren’t designed to be serviceable, which can shorten their lifespan. It’s always a good idea to check for serviceability when buying to make sure it lasts longer.
Technically, yeah, a small amount of energy is lost to visible light, but it’s pretty minimal compared to the heat output. Most of the energy goes into heating.
Yep, they do! Oil heaters still use electricity to heat the oil inside, but they tend to retain heat longer, which can make them more efficient in some cases.
I have used both.pedestal one is powerful; easy to use and noisy. Tower is gimicky; weak and silent. Well the most silent fan is one that is not running. Until they make a tower that actualy cools I don't give a d* about its other advantages.
Thanks for sharing your experience! Yeah, pedestal fans can be louder but give more power, while tower fans are quieter but not as strong. Totally get where you're coming from - hopefully, they’ll improve the cooling in tower fans soon!
Thanks for the input! You're right, oil-filled heaters are more convective, but they do still give off some radiant heat. The great thing is they stay safe by not getting red hot, so you get warmth without the risk.
You're right! A faulty thermostat can definitely cause short cycling, especially if it's not reading the temperature correctly. This usually happens because of a bad placement, but if the thermostat is faulty in general, it can also be a reason for short cycling.
Yeah, we know - we recently made a video why there are no true battery-powered heaters: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-_UyFpS9qE-0.htmlsi=0JNL0bdMyPkuxysq
It sounds like the fan or motor might be out of balance or there could be debris stuck in the fan blades. Double-check if everything's tightened and clear. If the noise persists, you might need a professional to look at it. Check the link in the video description for local HVAC contacts.
You can tell if the thermostat is faulty by checking if it doesn't respond when you adjust the temperature, if the display is blank or unlit, or if the AC turns on and off too quickly (short cycling). Also, try replacing the batteries or resetting it to see if that fixes the issue.
Bad pipe welding can definitely cause issues with your AC, leading to noises like hissing or banging. It’s worth checking out the welds if you're hearing something unusual!
I have a strange issue with my gree inverter split ac It makes whirring noise at the start with less blow of air and compressor shuts down after half an hour then starts back again after 2 -3 min then after compressor restarting the whirring noise is gone and the flow of air and cooling is restored. Don't know whats the solution?
It sounds like your AC might be having an issue with the compressor or the fan motor. The whirring noise could be the compressor struggling to start, and the low airflow might indicate a problem with the fan or a clogged filter. I’d recommend checking the filter first, and if that’s clean, you might need to get a technician to inspect the compressor and fan motor. You can find local HVAC contractors here: homecaprice.com/hvac-technician/
Thanks for pointing that out! Recalibrating your thermostat can vary by model, so I recommend checking the manual or the manufacturer’s website for specific instructions. It usually involves adjusting the temperature settings or doing a reset. However, we do have a dedicated video about thermostat wiring here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-b-QdKl4xLkw.html or you can read more about this on this article: homecaprice.com/thermostat-wiring/
I have a window unit and the compressor will not shut off even with the unit off. It is not cycling on temperature when the unit is on it is all digital controls
Sounds like there might be an issue with the control board or a stuck relay. Try unplugging the unit for a few minutes to reset it. If that doesn't help, you might need to get it checked by a professional.
I was able to check the temperature before the Evaporator and after with a digital thermometer and after a while at each side I got 71.1 before and 41.1 after evaporator. Thats a 30 degrees difference. Could this be right? Now when set thermostat to 74 it drops temp but doesn't turn off, at 75 it turns off and on turns like it should. What could it be problem?
It sounds like your AC is cooling well, given the 30-degree difference between before and after the evaporator, which is normal. The issue with it not turning off at 74 but working fine at 75 might be due to a thermostat calibration issue. Try recalibrating your thermostat or replacing it if it’s old. Also, make sure the thermostat is placed away from any heat sources or direct sunlight.
@@homecapricehc ok but what about the idea that evaporator partial freezing could this explain extreme difference in degrees because if it was the thermostat, it would stay on at 75 too wouldn't it?
It's possible that partial freezing of the evaporator could cause a bigger temperature difference. If the evaporator is freezing up, it can mess with the cooling process and affect the thermostat's reading. Try checking the airflow and refrigerant levels, and maybe clean the evaporator coil to see if that helps.
You need to learn correct terminology. You are incorrect in your repeated statements stating that air is "cooled" by fans and air circulatuirs. It is not. Cooling air requires air conditioning. Fans and circulators just move air. That's all. Unless they have an air conditioning feature, as some do.
Can't make Darth Vader sounds with tower fan, so I'm voting no. Spinning blades is a valuable life lesson and pets aren't dumb enough to put their paws in the fan.
A fan and air circulator are the same thing. What do you think a fan does? It moves the air. 😂 When was the last time anyone has ever said? Let's buy an air circulator? I have never heard anyone say that. Im sure some company out there probably makes a fan and calls it a air circulator though, probably hoping some poor sap, will buy it thinking its something special.
air circulators work well when there are openings (vents, doors, windows, etc) that are struggling to pull air across, as the circulators ensure that air gets cycled constantly
The AC unit in my apartment makes a buzzing sound, when both the unit is running and isn't running. Sometimes, the only way to stop the buzzing is to flip the breaker. What could be causing that?
It sounds like there might be an issue with the electrical components of your AC unit. The buzzing could be from a faulty contactor relay, loose wires, or a failing capacitor. Flipping the breaker might reset it temporarily, but it’s best to have a professional take a look to avoid any potential hazards. Feel free to fill in this short form to get offers from your local HVAC contractors: homecaprice.com/hvac-technician/
You saved me a visit from my A/C company! I thought the handler not shutting off was a bad capacitor, but I realized that my A/C setting on the thermostat was not set to Auto.
Totally get that! These tips work great for any fan, even the budget-friendly ones. Stay cool! 😎 P.S. Since we got a lot of comments that the Dyson fan we suggested in the video is too expensive, we have listed some of the more budget friendly options out there on a pinned comment. on this video. Feel free to check them out.
