Principles of Home Inspection Air Conditioning & Heat Pump

Air Conditioning and Heat Pumps covers all of the basic mechanics of heating and cooling by giving step-by-step descriptions of air conditioner operations by delving into the specific components within units and how to inspect them. Readers will gain knowledge of air conditioning capacity, compressor mechanics, water cooled condenser coils, evaporator coils and evaporator fans. The book will also provide an inspection tools checklist, inspection checklists, inspection procedures and heat pump theory. Readers will be able to take quick quizzes at the end of each chapter of which the answers are found in the back of the book. Users will also learn about duct systems, whole house fans and thermostats. This book is 256 pages.

• Dozens of technically detailed illustrations parallel the text
• Learning objectives, key terms, and margin notes highlight key topics
• Inspection checklists summarize topics and serve as inspection field notes
• Inspection procedures help readers develop a systematic approach and best practices
• Topics and procedures discussed are consistent with ASHI® Standards of Practice
• Chapter review questions and answers help readers evaluate their understanding