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Heading North For The Summer? Take Care Of Your Home Maintenance Essentials Before You Go

Heading North For The Summer? Take Care Of Your Home Maintenance Essentials Before You Go

June 14, 2012

If you’re planning to take off on vacation, it’s important to make sure your house is well taken care of before you go. This is especially important if you plan to be away for the whole summer, but home maintenance is also important for shorter trips.

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 …

Geothermal Installations: Weighing Upfront Cost Against Long-Term Savings

Geothermal Installations: Weighing Upfront Cost Against Long-Term Savings

May 31, 2012

Geothermal heating and cooling utilizes the Earth’s steady underground temperature to transfer heat to or from the living space of your home. Well-suited to Orlando’s mild climate, this free source of thermal exchange removes some costly components found in conventional heating/cooling systems. Conversely, it introduces other expenses — mostly initial upfront costs — into the …

Uneven Heating And Cooling A Problem? A Zoning System Can Take Care Of That

Uneven Heating And Cooling A Problem? A Zoning System Can Take Care Of That

March 29, 2012

Uneven heating and cooling in a home can be very frustrating. With central Florida’s high humidity, maintaining a comfortable temperature throughout your home is difficult enough already. A small fluctuation in temperature from room to room is a big deal.

Lower Your Heating And Cooling Load For Savings Both Now And When You Replace Your System

Lower Your Heating And Cooling Load For Savings Both Now And When You Replace Your System

January 5, 2012

Heating and cooling costs represent the greatest portion of a typical energy bill for most homeowners. You can save money on energy costs by lowering your home’s heating and cooling load.

Wondering Why Your Energy Costs Are High? Consider An Energy Evaluation

Wondering Why Your Energy Costs Are High? Consider An Energy Evaluation

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 …

What To Expect From Rinaldi’s Whole-House Comfort Checkup

What To Expect From Rinaldi’s Whole-House Comfort Checkup

November 22, 2011

Just like the family car, your home needs a regular tuneup to perform at peak capacity. Leaks in your ductwork, drafts and inadequate insulation all add up to unnecessary wear and tear on your home’s HVAC system. That results in uneven heating and cooling – especially when you need it most. 

Putting Together An Energy Savings Strategy To Meet Your Needs This Year And Beyond

Putting Together An Energy Savings Strategy To Meet Your Needs This Year And Beyond

September 29, 2011

With winter on the way, it’s time to make sure your home is ready for the cold weather that is approaching. These energy saving tips will help you stay warm this season as well as save you money all year round.

Taking A Trip? Program Your Thermostat Before You Go, And Spend Your Energy Savings On Souvenirs

Taking A Trip? Program Your Thermostat Before You Go, And Spend Your Energy Savings On Souvenirs

September 20, 2011

If you’re planning to take a trip away from home, whether it is for a few days or an extended stay, having a programmable thermostat is a great way to keep costs down. While you’re not home, you don’t need the air conditioning to run the whole time and there’s no reason it should. You …

Degree Days: How To Use Them To Figure Your Energy Use

Degree Days: How To Use Them To Figure Your Energy Use

September 6, 2011

Degree days help homeowners estimate their utility bill as well as give them in-depth information about what their energy costs are actually going toward. They can also help determine when and why they are using more energy throughout the course of the year.