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Programmable Thermostats: Look at What They Can Do Now
By Bobby Rinaldi
If you're looking for an easy way to regulate your energy savings and home comfort this summer, look no further than a programmable thermostat. There are…
2013 Tax Credits: Use Them This Summer With a New A/C
By Bobby Rinaldi
Thinking about replacing your A/C with a new energy-efficient unit this summer? Here’s some good news – you may be able to take advantage of…
Hurricane Season Is Here: Tips for Protecting Your A/C
By Bobby Rinaldi
Hurricane season runs from June 1 to Nov. 30, with August and September reigning as the most perilous months. Those who have lived in Central…
Plumbing Emergencies: Their Sources and Cures
By Bobby Rinaldi
Some plumbing emergencies are unavoidable, striking at the most inopportune moments. Others can be prevented by avoiding the common mistakes that cause them. Here’s a…
How a Maintenance Agreement Works in Your Favor
By Bobby Rinaldi
Have you wondered whether a maintenance agreement for your cooling and heating systems is really worth the cost? There are several ways a maintenance agreement…
Cleaner A/C Coils Equal a Longer Life, Better Performance for Your System
By Bobby Rinaldi
Orlando's cooling season is long and hot, and your air conditioner works nonstop to keep your home comfortable. To increase your system's efficiency, lower your…
Your Water Heater: Just a Few Minutes of Maintenance Can Add Years to Its Life
By Bobby Rinaldi
A water heater can run for years, quietly doing its job in your home, before it ever shows a sign that something's wrong with it.…
Your Vacation Plans Are All Set: What About the A/C?
By Bobby Rinaldi
You've put a lot of time and effort into your summer vacation plans but you've probably overlooked some important details. Is your Central Florida home…
Energy Savers That Will Lighten Your Compressor’s Load
By Bobby Rinaldi
Your home's hardest working appliance in the summer is your cooling system. Energy savers like fans for your home and attic, along with routine A/C…
R-22 Refrigerant Is Even Harder to Come by This Summer–Is It Time for an A/C Replacement?
By Bobby Rinaldi
R-22 refrigerant, which was the main refrigerant used in A/Cs and heat pumps before 2010, is in the process of being phased out due to…
With The Right Ceiling Fans, Controlling Your Summer Cooling Costs Is a Breeze
By Bobby Rinaldi
You might be one of those people who imagine dollars flying out of your wallet every time your A/C kicks on. Ceiling fans can help…
Your Split Air Conditioner: Why the 2 Sides Have to Be in Sync
By Bobby Rinaldi
In a split air conditioner, the refrigeration system is composed of two main units. The indoor unit located with the air handler contains the evaporator…
Your Noisy A/C Compressor: So What’s the Meaning of That Sound It’s Making?
By Bobby Rinaldi
If the outdoor unit of your A/C starts making some unusual noises on top of its usual hum, it probably means something has gone wrong.…
A Whole-House Dehumidifier: When an Air Conditioner Alone Can’t Do the Job
By Bobby Rinaldi
Air conditioners not only remove heat from your home; they also remove moisture from it. Living in Florida, you undoubtedly know the discomfort high humidity…
Keeping the Lid on Summer Heat Buildup in Your Orlando Home
By Bobby Rinaldi
Taking steps to minimize the heat that makes it into your home this summer can help limit your air conditioner's energy use and reduce your…
After Your Home Energy Audit: Which Improvements Are You Planning to Take on First?
By Bobby Rinaldi
Because there are a lot of ways a home can be inefficient, the results of a home energy audit have the potential put a lot…