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You Expect A Lot From Your Heat Pump — Give It The Attention It Needs
By Bobby Rinaldi
The cooling months are here, which means overtime for your heat-pump system. Your heat pump works hard to keep your home cool and comfortable. Help…
Sizing Your New System: The ABC’s Of Manual J
By Bobby Rinaldi
When HVAC contractors recommend a new air conditioner for your home, they use a tool called Manual J. Although heating and cooling equipment has consistent…
Three Reasons To Consider Ductless Cooling For That Addition You’re Building
By Bobby Rinaldi
If you're adding on to your home and want an easy solution for air conditioning, consider ductless cooling. These are heat pumps that don't use…
With R-22 Costs Rising, Do You Really Want To Hang Onto That Aging Air Conditioner?
By Bobby Rinaldi
R-22 costs are expected to triple in 2012 when compared to the last air conditioning season. That fact, combined with the rising cost of electricity,…
Replacing Your Air Conditioner? Evaluate These 6 Features, In Addition To The SEER Rating
By Bobby Rinaldi
Your air conditioner may be the hardest-working appliance in your home. When you need to replace it, you'll want to get the most for your…
With A Standby Generator, You’re Up And Running When The Power Goes Down
By Bobby Rinaldi
The unpredictable nature of central Florida's weather makes having a standby generator a much easier way to cope with big storms that occur throughout the…
The Do-It-Yourself Energy Audit: A Weekend Project That Can Yield Long-Term Savings
By Bobby Rinaldi
With the intense heat and humidity of Florida's summers returning, taking a few hours to do an energy audit provides you with a road map…
Calculating The Savings You’ll See With Your Solar Installation
By Bobby Rinaldi
If there's one thing that Florida has plenty of, it's sun. More and more, smart Orlando homeowners are realizing how they can turn this natural…
Programmable Thermostats: Making The Smart Decision
By Bobby Rinaldi
If you’re in the market for a “smart” programmable thermostat, that’s a smart decision itself. Maintaining a regular heating/cooling schedule provides you with consistent home…
Spring Is Here — Time To Tune Up The Air Conditioner
By Bobby Rinaldi
With spring in full bloom and the temperatures rising, the temptation to turn on the air conditioner may be great -- but you should wait.…
Put Your IRS Check Into A Heat Pump, And You’ll See A Long-Term Return On The Investment
By Bobby Rinaldi
If you are getting a, IRS tax refund check this year and are considering investing that money in a new HVAC system, one of the…
Choosing The Right Water Heater: Factoring EF Into The Equation
By Bobby Rinaldi
When buying a new water heater, there are several elements that can help determine which model and type is right for your home. Whether you’re…
When Minimizing Allergy Symptoms Is A Necessity, Electronic Air Cleaning Becomes A Priority
By Bobby Rinaldi
One drawback to living in central Florida is that it can be an allergy sufferer's worst nightmare. With the nearly-year around blooming of different varieties…
If You’ve Put Off Replacing The Furnace, Your Wait Can Now Pay Off
By Bobby Rinaldi
The only thing worse than a broken furnace is a furnace that breaks down when it's brutally cold outside. If this has happened to you,…
Your Spring To-Do List: Is Duct Cleaning On It?
By Bobby Rinaldi
Your home is the place where your family spends the most time, so you want to ensure that it is clean and safe. That includes…
A Moisture-Fighting Strategy To Keep Your Home Mold-Free
By Bobby Rinaldi
In bathrooms, basements and on windowsills, mold is an annoying problem that can quickly become serious if left untreated. Mold can lurk in just about…