April 19, 2018
There are many energy vampires in your home — that is, appliances that use energy when you don’t realize they are running after they’re turned off. But another type of energy vampire is an air leak. Most homes have numerous air leaks, around doors, electric switches, window frames and around recessed lighting. But one place …
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March 28, 2018
If you have a central split-system installed in your Orlando home, you know it features two primary components: a compressor/condenser unit situated outside, and an evaporator/air handler unit located inside. This configuration allows the system to draw heat and moisture out of your indoor air and expel it outdoors. In a properly matched system, these …
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February 6, 2018
Anyone who wants an energy efficient home needs to check for air leaks. A home with unsealed leaks will have higher energy costs because air is constantly coming in or going out. It doesn’t matter if the outside air is colder or warmer, or if it’s still or windy outdoors.
December 22, 2016
Professional home energy tests are the best way to learn how your house could be more efficient so you can save money on utility bills and reduce your carbon footprint. Although professional audits can pay for themselves as you correct energy loss, another option might be to conduct your own energy tests. Here are a …
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April 23, 2013
A do-it-yourself energy evaluation helps Orlando area homeowners identify energy-usage deficiencies and save precious energy from season to season. If greater home comfort and lower energy bills sound appealing to you, use this guide to button up your home and plug the energy drain on your pocketbook.
November 29, 2011
With winter on the way, you will begin to use your heating system more and more. That’s why now is the ideal time to make sure you’re not wasting any energy — and paying for it. The best way to do this is to have an HVAC professional perform an energy evaluation on your house and help …
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