March 13, 2012
Tankless water heaters, also called demand or instantaneous, have a completely different design than a traditional storage-tank system — which makes them more energy efficient. Monthly energy and monetary savings come from the fact that tankless models don’t store a supply of water and keep it hot. During that storage process, standard tank water heaters …
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January 26, 2012
Have you ever wondered just how energy efficient your home is? You can use Energy Star’s Home Energy Yardstick to determine how well your home performs, and what you can do to raise that score — and save energy and money.
October 27, 2011
Air conditioning is not a luxury in a climate like that experienced in the Orlando area, nor is careless energy consumption. Keeping this in mind, Orlando homeowners will want to make sure their home comfort equipment meets the federal Energy Star program‘s standards. Appliances that have earned the Energy Star label will not only conserve …
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August 2, 2011
When your air conditioner conks out, the first thing you ought to know is what you should not do. There is a lot you can do yourself, but it’s usually best to call in an HVAC technician if the sealed compressor unit breaks down, or if you find a leak in the refrigerant lines, for example.
July 19, 2011
Some people may come to Orlando for the warm weather, but you can definitely have too much of a good thing. One way that Floridians can stay cool, while saving money on their energy bills, is to make use of ceiling fans.
June 16, 2011
Ducts are used in homes to circulate the indoor air from the heating and cooling systems throughout the house. Properly sealed duct work will help ensure that you have a safe, comfortable and energy-efficient home. If your ducts have leaks or are not sealed properly, there is potential for significant air and energy loss. This …
May 17, 2011
As the price of energy increases, you may be wondering how you can reduce your home’s energy consumption and lower your monthly utility bills. The Energy Star website is a great resource for those of you in the Orlando area. Energy Star is a U.S. Department of Energy-sponsored program that provides useful information on how …
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