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Your Air Conditioner: 11 Things You Should Know

Your Air Conditioner: 11 Things You Should Know

July 10, 2012

During a hot summer in the Orlando area, your air conditioner is one of your most appreciated investments. Here are some tips you can use to ensure you get the most out of your cooling system and save money on energy costs.

How An Attic Fan Fits Into an Overall Energy-Savings Strategy

How An Attic Fan Fits Into an Overall Energy-Savings Strategy

July 3, 2012

Energy costs continue to rise and homeowners constantly struggle to keep them under control. It pays to have an overall energy-savings strategy that includes a home energy audit, air-conditioner tune-ups and seasonal maintenance. Those are the obvious things, but something that isn’t so obvious is installing an attic ventilation fan.

The Energy Star: Look For It When You’re Replacing Your A/C

The Energy Star: Look For It When You’re Replacing Your A/C

June 28, 2012

When the time comes to replace your air conditioning system, look for the Energy Star label; it’s your assurance that the product you’re considering is energy efficient and environmentally friendly.

The Do-It-Yourself Energy Audit: A Saturday Project With Long-Term Potential

The Do-It-Yourself Energy Audit: A Saturday Project With Long-Term Potential

June 19, 2012

Conducting your own energy audit is a cost-effective way to uncover problems in your home that contribute to high cooling and heating bills. It only takes a few hours to uncover the places where you have air infiltration or inadequate insulation. The materials it takes to remedy these problems are inexpensive, durable and have a …

Minimizing Your Risk Of Water Damage When The A/C’s Going All The Time

Minimizing Your Risk Of Water Damage When The A/C’s Going All The Time

June 12, 2012

Indoor water damage from air conditioners is a real concern for Orlando residents because it can go undetected, harming anything where the water collects. Extra moisture in your home also fosters the growth of mold, which has serious health consequences for both you and your home. You can safeguard your home from problems associated with …

Six Easy Ways To Control Your Summer Energy Costs

Six Easy Ways To Control Your Summer Energy Costs

June 5, 2012

With record heat in cities across the country this spring, there’s no denying that summer is coming. Warm weather means a spike in energy bills for many Florida homeowners, but there are a number of ways to keep summer energy bills under control:

Choosing The Right Water Heater: Factoring EF Into The Equation

Choosing The Right Water Heater: Factoring EF Into The Equation

April 19, 2012

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 looking at buying a traditional storage type, a tankless unit or a heat pump model, the energy factor (EF) of each type is important to your decision.

A Florida Homeowner’s Guide To Ductwork Insulation

A Florida Homeowner’s Guide To Ductwork Insulation

March 20, 2012

Residents here in the greater Orlando area are always searching for new ways to save energy and money around their homes. In today’s economy homeowners can use all the savings tips they can get, so here’s a guide to insulating your home’s duct system to help reduce the loss of conditioned air (also known as …