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Turn Your Glen Carbon Home Into an Energy-Efficient One With These Tips Edit

December 12, 2013 December 22, 2017

There are many good reasons to want an energy-efficient home. Increasing your comfort level, saving money and being environmentally conscious are just a few. Implementing one or more of the following tips can help you reach that goal: Turn off lights, electronics and small appliances when not in use. It’s easy and free. Did your electric …

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Using a Geothermal Heat Pump to Handle the HVAC Needs of Your Alton Home Edit

December 10, 2013 December 22, 2017

A geothermal heat pump is an energy-efficient, reliable system for heating and cooling your home. This system uses the earth’s natural temperatures for heating and cooling the house. When it’s time to replace your current system, geothermal should be on your list for consideration. How Does a Geothermal Heat Pump Work? Geothermal heat pumps rely …

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Still Time to Use Tax Credits for Efficient Equipment, but Not for Long Edit

November 28, 2013 January 4, 2018

This year, fall’s cooler weather doesn’t just signal that it’s time for yearly fall maintenance on your heating and cooling systems or for you to check your insulation. This autumn is also a good time to take note that there’s not much time left to take advantage of federal tax credits for the purchase of efficient heating …

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A Correctly Programmed Thermostat Can Help You Save Edit

November 21, 2013 January 4, 2018

Some 42 percent of home energy costs are directly related to heating and cooling, according to the Energy Information Administration. A correctly programmed thermostat can help cut some of those energy costs, but it takes knowing how to use your programmable thermostat in order to realize those savings. Programmable thermostats let you program set your …

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Fall’s the Perfect Time for an Energy Evaluation in Your Illinois Metro-East Home Edit

November 19, 2013 December 22, 2017

Our Metro-East winters can be unpredictable, but we all know that phases of ice, snow, wind and plunging temperatures are going to be in the mix during the coldest months. So it’s best to be prepared. One of the most important preparations is having an energy evaluation done in your home during the fall. During …

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Acquiring a New Air Conditioner: Guidelines for Shopping and Installation Edit

July 25, 2013 May 14, 2021

Investing in a new air conditioner doesn’t require you to become an expert about these appliances, since you can rely on the knowledge that the HVAC contractor provides, but it does help to know something about them. You’re satisfaction, comfort, cooling costs and system longevity depend on the decisions you make beforehand. Sizing, energy efficiency …

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How ERVs Exhaust Warm, Stale Air From Your Home Edit

July 11, 2013 December 22, 2017

Energy-efficient homes nowadays are often well-sealed against air leakage. While this is good for energy efficiency, it can be bad for indoor air quality. There are many potential sources of air pollutants in your home. If fresh air is not occasionally circulated in, they can seriously degrade air quality. Of course, simply opening a window and …

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A/C Features You’ll Want to Consider for Your Next System Edit

July 9, 2013 May 25, 2016

Residential air conditioning has changed a lot in recent years. There are many new features available and new air conditioners are much more efficient than they used to be. Central air conditioners can last for up to 20 years, so you’ll want to be sure to consider all the new A/C features available when deciding on your …

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HRV Benefits: Cooler, Better Air in Your Hamel Area Home Edit

June 25, 2013 December 22, 2017

If the air in your Hamel area home has been stuffy, warm and uncomfortable despite your HVAC system, you may want to consider the benefits of an HRV, or heat recovery ventilator. The air quality and comfort levels in every home, new or existing, can benefit from HRV technology. How HRVs work: Typical homes with …

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Heat Pump Air Conditioning: A Comfortable Way to Keep Cool Edit

June 18, 2013 December 22, 2017

If you have been considering a heat pump to keep your home cool this summer, now’s a great time to understand how they work and how they can benefit your Metro-East home. Heat pumps are excellent appliances for energy efficient and effective cooling and heating your home. Basically, heat pumps work by the process of transferring heat, using the …

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