One of the biggest advantages of using a heat pump system to warm and cool your Metro East Illinois home is the amount you can save on your energy bills. Heat pumps are generally quite efficient, because they merely transfer heat into or out of your home; they don’t burn energy to actually create the […]
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Warm air naturally flows to cool places, and it’s up to your hard-working HVAC system to get that warm air out of the house in the summer and bring it in during the winter. Insulation impedes air flow and takes a lot of the work load off your furnace or heat pump. R-value is a
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At the end of every month, if you’re like a lot of homeowners, you look at your utility bills to see how much energy you have used over the course of the past month. In the winter and summer, the cost of heating and cooling your house will go up drastically. In order to calculate
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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
Making the decision to switch to radiant heating can be a money-saving addition to your renovation project. It’s not a decision to be taken lightly, as there are things about these systems that need to be taken into account before installation. Knowing what to look for and expect can prevent surprises along the way, and
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High attic temperatures in the middle of hot, humid August are unavoidable, but the difference between 100 degrees and 135 degrees is huge. The lower temperature is possible only if you have proper continuous attic ventilation. Here are three reasons why a lower temperature and greater air flow in your attic are desirable. Reduces cooling and
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When pollen season peaks, you can use all the protection you can get so that your quality of life doesn’t slide. These strategies to keep your home allergy-proof can help protect you from allergy-irritating factors that can make your life miserable: Upgrade and Replace Your Air Filters Air filters all receive a MERV (minimum efficiency reporting
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When purchasing a new water heater for your home, you will certainly want to determine the right size for your family and your water heating needs. Water heaters come in a variety of different sizes and capacities. Choosing the right size for your home will make certain you don’t waste valuable energy and money on
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If your ductwork is not sealed properly or has leaks, it can negatively affect not only the comfort of your home but how much you spend on energy costs. Most homeowners don’t realize how much air can leak through the ducts of a heating/cooling system. Whether during the hot summer months or freezing temperatures in
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If you have a vacation planned for the near future, you may be eagerly crossing tasks off your to-do list. One task should be to program your thermostat to a higher temperature while you’re away so you can enjoy savings during your absence from home. Without the option to program the temperature, you can still
