April 29, 2014
The air filter in your HVAC system is one of the most important parts. There are many reasons changing your air filter is important, both for your system and your health.
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 …
Continue reading “Clear the Fog by Dispelling These Geothermal Myths”
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. …
Continue reading “Sizing a Dehumidifier for Your Orlando Home”
April 15, 2014
Air-source heat pumps are the perfect heating and cooling equipment for Orlando’s climate. They perform the same as a high-efficiency air conditioner in the summer and heat your home with incredible efficiency in the winter by moving heat instead of generating it from a fuel source the way combustion heating equipment does.
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.
April 3, 2014
If the gas furnace in your Orlando-area home did not keep you as warm as you like this past winter, you may be fearful of a huge repair bill. Here are some simple solutions that may help you avoid costly service calls before next winter.
April 1, 2014
Modern homes are virtually airtight, which is good for your energy bills, but can be a problem for your indoor air quality, because moisture and stale air circulate through your home. An exhaust fan draws out stale air containing impurities and moisture and brings in fresh air. This improves air quality and lowers your home’s …
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March 27, 2014
With the high cost of energy these days, it seems like everyone is trying to think of ways to save energy. One easy way to trim your energy bill is to turn your water heater’s thermostat down.
