Industry news, engineering guides, and thought leadership from McQuay Climate's technical team.
Should you repair an old McQuay WSHP or replace it? This total cost of ownership comparison includes McQuay chiller tips, condenser coil cleaning, and when outdoor heaters or tankless hot water heaters make sense. [...]
Continue Reading →A field-tested QC checklist for McQuay chillers, heat pumps, and fan coil units. Covers nameplate verification, refrigerant pressure tests, Nest thermostat compatibility, and documentation. [...]
Continue Reading →An admin buyer's honest look at McQuay water source heat pump failures, why 7384-188 oil filter HVAC parts matter, and how to use an air compressor without damaging your system. [...]
Continue Reading →Six years of tracking HVAC costs taught me that heat pump vs furnace is a total cost of ownership decision. Here's why I keep choosing McQuay geothermal heat pumps. [...]
Continue Reading →An office administrator explains why McQuay screw compressors and Seasonmaker fan coil units make sense for some buildings—and why honest limitations matter more than brand loyalty. [...]
Continue Reading →An office administrator shares why McQuay SeasonMaker fan coil units, the McQuay thermostat manual, a Milwaukee blower, and a Dewalt air compressor changed how she handles HVAC maintenance. Includes tips for how to tell if AC compressor is bad. [...]
Continue Reading →Practical answers on McQuay centrifugal chillers, HVAC costs, Milwaukee air compressors, exhaust fans, and AIO vs. air coolers—from an office manager who buys this equipment. [...]
Continue Reading →A field-tested McQuay HVAC maintenance checklist: how to clean evaporator coils on a McQuay water cooled chiller, inspect the cooling fan, and use propane heaters safely during cold-weather service. [...]
Continue Reading →A practical, step-by-step checklist for deciding whether to repair or replace HVAC equipment—covering McQuay chiller parts, screw compressors, hot water heater replacement, radiator covers, and Nest thermostat compatibility. [...]
Continue Reading →A procurement manager's case for checking a McQuay compressor, an oil pressure sensor, or a pool heater before approving a big repair. Includes why verifying a 'mcquay cop arrested' search beats trusting a burner-phone contractor. [...]
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