HVAC TIPS
ENERGY STAR IS MORE THAN A LABEL
WHAT IT MEANS TO BE AN ENERGY STAR The familiar, blue Energy Star logo—a script “energy” with the outline of the earth and a star—is a recognizable symbol commonly found on home appliances and other electronics. This offers consumers a quick glance that lets them know a product offers efficiency and cost savings based on…
Read MoreIs it Time to Buy a New A/C Unit?
IAs we finally begin to shake off the bitter cold and start to envision patio parties, it’s time to turn our attention to the other side of the thermostat dial: the air conditioner and how it’s going to hold up to the spring weather and coming heat of summer. For some of us, spring is…
Read MoreHow to Cut Energy Costs
Saving energy around the house relies on some simple maintenance tips and strategies, but there are a few new wrinkles to consider when trying to keep costs down. The Big Energy Draws It is common knowledge that the HVAC system is generally the largest consumer of energy in a home. Changing air filters, and cleaning…
Read MoreIt’s Not Too Early to Think about A/C
While we’re still huddled under our blankets and patting ourselves on the back for getting our furnace serviced in the fall, it’s a great time to start thinking about…you guessed it: the spring A/C tune-up. “Routine preventative maintenance” sounds like something our grandfather might growl while hitching his pants and reminding us about how he…
Read MoreWin a Seasonal Tune-Up For The Holidays!
The holidays are centered around giving. Giving to loved ones, giving to organizations you are passionate about and giving back your expertise to the community. To get into the spirit, we wanted to take part in the good cheer and give one lucky person a FREE seasonal tune-up (valued at $185). The Details: Taking part in the contest…
Read MoreWhen Should I Replace My HVAC System?
With impending autumn weather relaxing summer’s grip, now is a fantastic time to think about replacing your home’s cooling system. Certainly, different geographical locations affect this decision. But in most areas of the United States, unhooking a home’s HVAC while the weather is mild is a great idea. As in the case of most decisions…
Read MoreAll You Need To Know About SEER Ratings
Accompanying nature’s outdoor furnace is the sound of millions of air conditioning units churning to keep the inside cool and comfortable. However, some of those humming AC units might be showing their wear. Some might be causing mild heat strokes when the electric bill shows up. The Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) is a metric…
Read More3 Quick Fixes To Common HVAC Problems
The summer months are the most critical time of the year for a home HVAC system. When a heater or furnace breaks down in the winter, it’s easy to bundle up, add layers and stay warm. But when the AC doesn’t work and the outside temperature soars, we can only peel off so many layers.…
Read MoreHVAC NEEDS SPECIAL SUMMER CONSIDERATION
Summer brings added stress to a home’s HVAC operation. Obviously hotter weather makes the system work harder but there are other maintenance and operation tips to consider as temperatures soar. LET FANS HELP Give your air conditioning unit an assist with ceiling fans and/or standing fans. Hot air rises. Using ceiling fans or stand fans…
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