Is your heat pump keeping you and your loved ones comfortable? To get the best performance from your heat pump this season, and to save money on utility costs, read through these do-it-yourself heat pump maintenance tips, and follow up by calling a heating and cooling technician for professional maintenance. Heat pump basics Heat pumps move …
Heat Pump Maintenance Tips For You — And What To Expect From A ProEdit Read More »
Most people don’t think of a summer vacation as an opportunity to save money, but that’s exactly what it is if you take the proper steps before heading out the door. You don’t need to waste money and contribute more CO2 to the environment powering an empty home. Reduce demand to the minimum necessary for …
Think of Your Summer Vacation As An Energy Saving OpportunityEdit Read More »
Tankless water heaters, also known as demand water heaters, heat water only when you need it. There’s no storage tank like a conventional water heater, thus no standby energy loss as unused water cools in the tank. Tankless heating can reduce water-heating costs by as much as 50 percent. Because the drawbacks of conventional tank …
Tankless Water Heaters — How Many You Need Depends On 2 Key FactorsEdit Read More »
When you think of surge protection, you probably think of electronics like computers, TVs and stereos, and your expensive heating and cooling equipment might not come to mind. Your HVAC equipment does contain sensitive electronics, though, and needs surge protection just as much as your computer and other electronics. Since HVAC systems cost more than …
Protecting HVAC Equipment From Power Surges, Why It’s ImportantEdit Read More »
If your heating bills seem to be out of hand this winter in the Metro-East area, your energy efficiency may be failing. A whole constellation of factors contribute to how much it costs to heat and cool your home, and inviting an energy auditor to review your home will help eliminate any second guessing on …
Improving Household Energy Efficiency — Step One, An Energy AuditEdit Read More »
North American Technician Excellence, or NATE, certification is the most coveted designation when it comes to heating, cooling and plumbing, and once you find out why, you’ll never again settle for a contractor who doesn’t have NATE certification. Here’s why homeowners value it: It’s independent As the only independent testing organization in the U.S., the …
Why Insist On NATE Certification When You Hire An HVAC Contractor? Here’s WhyEdit Read More »
If you have noticed that your energy costs have been steadily rising, you should have an energy evaluation performed so that you can identify the source of the problem and fix it. With winter arriving in a few months, you will begin to use your heating equipment more and more, making it even more important …
If Your Energy Costs Are Rising, There Is Reason — Find Out Why With An Energy EvaluationEdit Read More »
With winter on its way, here are some tips to help keep your home warm and energy efficient for when the cold weather arrives: Change Your Furnace Filter: If too much debris has collected, your heating system has to use more energy to push air through. Dress Warmer: This lets you lower your thermostat while …
Buttoning Up Your Home For Cold Weather: 19 TipsEdit Read More »
If you’re using an air conditioning system that is not that old, replacing it may be the last thing on your mind. However, even if your present system is fairly new, purchasing a high-efficiency air conditioner may be the smart thing to do. The efficiency of air conditioning systems have improved considerably in the past …
Why Upgrading To High-Efficiency Air Conditioning Makes Sense, Even If Your Present System Isn’t All That OldEdit Read More »
There’s more to attic sealing than simply plugging up air leaks and laying down insulation. Other factors must be taken into account, such as moisture levels and attic ventilation. Moisture can enter your attic in a number of ways, and without proper ventilation it has no means of escape. Thus, the moisture is left to …
Attic-Sealing Strategies Give Metro-East Residents A Solid Plan For Efficiency GainsEdit Read More »
