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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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The Energy Star Logo Helps Southwest Illinois Homeowners Locate Efficient HVAC Equipment Edit

December 5, 2013 December 22, 2017

In our society today, being as “green” as possible is a worthwhile goal. It ‘s better for the planet, and also in most cases can save you money on energy costs. One of the best ways to work toward this goal is to use as many Energy Star qualified appliances as possible. According to the …

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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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Try the Whole-House Approach With Your Home Comfort Systems Edit

November 14, 2013 January 4, 2018

With winter around the corner, it’s time to take a look at your home comfort systems to make sure that you are getting the most out of them. Your entire house is an energy system with parts that depend on one another. If one part of your system is flawed, the others will suffer the …

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Ready for a Zoning System? Some Questions That Can Help You Decide Edit

November 12, 2013 January 4, 2018

Are you experiencing comfort issues in your Alton, Glen Carbon or Hamel home? Are you finding it difficult to keep all areas of your home comfortable? You don’t have to suffer any long: a zoning system may be the perfect solution for your home and family. With a traditional system, you have one thermostat that’s …

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Testing for 3 Common Household Pollutants: Here’s How It’s Done Edit

November 7, 2013 August 6, 2021

It is important to test your home periodically for hazardous household pollutants. High levels of air contaminants resulting from biological pollutants and harmful gases increase health risks. Dangerous gases, such as radon and carbon monoxide, in addition to mold spores and mildew, pollute the air and can remain undetected without specific testing procedures. Biological Household …

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What Are You Looking for in a Ventilation System? Some Suggestions to Guide You Edit

November 5, 2013 January 4, 2018

The purpose of a whole-house ventilation system is to circulate outside air into the home so there’s good air quality. Four qualities that you should look for in a ventilation system include: 1) that it’s not intrusive on your lifestyle; 2) has simple controls; 3) creates good air distribution in your house; and 4) filters …

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Sizing the Furnace Properly: Here’s How Your Installer Should Be Doing It Edit

October 29, 2013 January 4, 2018

One of the most important factors to pay attention to when buying a new furnace is making sure you get one that’s correctly sized. Few people end up with a furnace that is too small because the problem they’ll experience is pretty obvious – they will not be able to provide enough heat to keep their …

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