December 3, 2013
Contemporary energy-efficient homes are wrapped, insulated and sealed so completely that a ventilation system is necessary. When your windows and doors are closed, almost no outside air can enter the home without mechanical help, and fresh air is necessary in order to maintain the air quality in your home.
November 28, 2013
Mold is far from unfamiliar to us here in Central Florida. We see it everywhere that decaying organic matter exists. Even if we seldom take walks alongside the many rivers and lakes, it’s there in the drainage ditches and retention ponds that are part of our everyday landscape. For us, mold can be tough to …
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November 26, 2013
It’s important to keep your Orlando home comfortable year round, but it’s also important to save some money whenever you can. The 25C federal energy tax credits were retroactively reinstated at the beginning of 2013, for both this year and 2012, but they are expiring soon.
November 21, 2013
When your ductwork leaks, your home comfort, air quality and budget take a hit. Unfortunately, duct systems are notorious for leakage problems, as the University of Florida points out in a recent study.
November 19, 2013
Have you gotten into the habit of closing rooms to conserve energy during the winter? If so, that’s a habit you should break. A recent study by Berkeley Lab found that closing registers and blocking off rooms may actually cause your heating system to use more energy than if it was heating the entire house. …
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November 14, 2013
Are you considering switching from a conventional storage tank water heater to a tankless water heating system in your Orlando area home? By skipping the energy waste inherent in traditional storage-tank units, tankless water heaters usually are much more energy efficient and cost-effective. If you’re making the switch, here are seven key considerations:
November 12, 2013
You probably haven’t thought much about protecting your outside heat pump or air conditioner condenser, but because of the copper they contain, thieves are targeting these units for a quick score. They rip out the copper or take the entire unit, loading it right into the back of a truck.
November 7, 2013
While it may seem a bit soon to think about the holiday season, especially in the Orlando area, in reality, it’s not too far away. As you prepare to decorate your home for the holidays and plan your yearly get-togethers, you can reduce the impact these activities will have on your utility bills with some …
November 5, 2013
Growing houseplants can help you have cleaner indoor air. A study by NASA has found that several common varieties of plants can help improve the quality of air in your home.
October 31, 2013
Your water heater is an important component of your Orlando area home. But when your hot showers turn frigid or your basement becomes a pool of leaking water, this comfort unit quickly becomes a big problem. When your water heater breaks down, you must decide whether to repair or replace, and fast.
