Posts Tagged ‘energy efficiency’
Make A Plan For Efficiency With An Energy Evaluation
Are you considering an energy evaluation but aren’t sure what you’ll get? This guide will tell you what you can expect and what an energy auditor will do. A professional energy evaluation is simply an assessment of how your home consumes energy and protects itself from energy losses. It involves testing to see how efficiently…
Read MoreManual J: Why Your Contractor Should Know It Chapter And Verse
When it comes to home heating and air conditioning equipment, size does matter. If you want to be comfortable in your own home, and spend as little as possible on your heating and cooling bills, you’ll want to have HVAC equipment that’s the perfect size for your needs. Improperly sized equipment can cause many problems,…
Read MoreA/C Features You’ll Want to Consider for Your Next System
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…
Read MoreA/C Replacement: What to Consider Before You Take the Plunge
Determining the best time to get a new air conditioner can be challenging. There are multiple factors that you need to consider together to make a decision that’s best for your home and wallet. Consider these signs that it’s time for an A/C replacement: Old age. The service life of an A/C can vary greatly…
Read MoreAttic-Sealing Strategies Give Metro-East Residents A Solid Plan For Efficiency Gains
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…
Read MoreYour Ceiling Fans And Air Conditioner: Together, They Work Better
Want to save money on your summer air conditioning bills? Then put your ceiling fans to work. Ceiling fans might be an old technology, but they’re a technology that works. Just as a breeze outdoors can make the day feel colder – a phenomenon known as the wind-chill effect – a breeze indoors can make…
Read MoreHow ERVs Exhaust Warm, Stale Air From Your Home
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…
Read MoreThat Ductless Mini Split Requires Occasional Maintenance — What That Involves
Ductless mini-splits are gaining popularity in the United States, including here in the Metro-East area. Many people are drawn to the less expensive installation as compared to traditional HVAC systems; others are drawn to the energy efficiency of ductless mini splits, but one of the best perks of these alternatives to the traditional HVAC systems…
Read MoreWhy Upgrading To High-Efficiency Air Conditioning Makes Sense, Even If Your Present System Isn’t All That Old
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…
Read MoreNo-Sweat Ways To Lower Your Summertime Energy Costs
It’s enough of a hassle to deal with the summer heat when you’re outside or getting into your car after it’s been in the sun. You shouldn’t also have to feel the wrath of the high temperatures when you open your energy bills every month. But how do you keep those bills under control without…
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