October 23, 2014
Most homeowners have heard of programmable thermostats, but many people do not understand what makes them different from older models, or why they might want to install one. There are many benefits to be gained from investing in a programmable thermostat upgrade for your home. The two biggest reasons for choosing a programmable thermostat are convenience …
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May 15, 2014
You can end up losing a good bit of money through air leaks in and out of your home. Your heating and cooling systems subsequently have to work a lot harder to achieve the temperature levels at which you feel most comfortable.
May 13, 2014
While tightly insulated homes increase energy efficiency, they also have the downside of effectively trapping pollution, creating indoor air pollution levels often far higher than outdoor air.
May 6, 2014
Finding an HVAC contractor for your Orlando home may seem like a big headache, but it doesn’t mean to be. By using a few professional tips and a little common sense, your choice may be a lot easier than you may think. Follow these 10 pointers and you can’t go wrong:
May 1, 2014
As a resident of Orlando, you probably use your air conditioning system more days than you don’t throughout the year. Investing in an HVAC maintenance plan is a great way to ensure that your system stays in optimal working order without having to spend an arm and a leg.
April 24, 2014
Your future HVAC system is a big investment that should be researched carefully before you buy it. When you talk to a consultant or salesman to find out what your options are, never go in without understanding a bit of the common language. Some terms, like AFUE, SEER, HSPF and related acronyms are frequently used, …
April 22, 2014
If you are looking for an undervalued HVAC system, you may not have to look any further than geothermal heating and cooling. They aren’t as popular, but usually achieve far higher efficiency levels and are more effective as well. Unfortunately, there are many myths surrounding this technology that prevent people from considering it as a …
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April 17, 2014
When humidity takes over your Orlando home, it threatens the comfortableness and health of your indoor air quality. Too much moisture in your home increases the chance of fungal growth, aggravates allergy symptoms, stains walls and ceilings, causes musty odors to develop and if not corrected, leads to long-term damage to your home and furnishings. …
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April 10, 2014
With all of our modern conveniences, electricity use can quickly get out of hand. Unfortunately, too many of us have become complacent and don’t really pay enough attention to possible mistakes we’re making that are driving up our monthly bills. To help you out, we’ve outlined a few common ways that this may be happening:
April 8, 2014
One of the simplest ways to improve the energy efficiency of your home and make it more comfortable is to install a WiFi thermostat. Not only are these thermostats relatively inexpensive, but they will pay for themselves many times over during their lifetime.
