March 22, 2021
Windows play a large role in making your home enjoyable to live in. They bring in natural light and contribute to making spaces seem larger. However, they can also be a big source of energy waste in a home. Older windows typically are only single-pane, which have virtually no insulation value. This means that air …
January 26, 2021
Furniture can impact system performance and air quality in your house. Here are a few examples of HVAC effects caused by furniture.
March 7, 2019
We all know that certain colors heat up when exposed to sunlight – that’s why we don’t walk barefoot on black asphalt in the summer. This color-temperature relationship affects your home comfort, too, and the amount you pay for heating and cooling.
January 31, 2019
Groundhog’s Day is coming up, which means we’ll soon find out whether or not we’ll have six more weeks of winter. Even if Punxsutawney Phil doesn’t see his shadow this year, it’s still important to pay attention to your home’s heating needs. Keep the following winter heating tips in mind so your Orlando home can …
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January 10, 2019
Airflow problems can affect nearly all aspects of heating and cooling performance, efficiency and reliability. Your furnace, air conditioner, blower and ductwork are all sized and designed to work in concert with a precise airflow specification. In a typical home, at least 1,000 cubic feet of air per minute circulates through the system. Anything that …
September 6, 2018
Few things affect HVAC efficiency as much as insulation does. Building codes require it and adding more is big business for home remodelers. Enough insulation makes the difference between a home that’s easy to cool and heat, comfortable year-round and relatively quiet.
July 17, 2014
Are you searching for more and better ways to reduce the energy used in your Orlando home? If you have already taken the right air sealing steps for your home, basement, and attic, your next best step is to inspect your attic insulation levels and increase your insulation if needed. Attics are easily accessible for insulation …
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September 17, 2013
Your HVAC system’s ductwork plays a vital role in the overall efficiency and performance of your cooling or heating system. There are numerous problems that may occur in and with your ducts. Many of them are common ductwork issues that professionals are quite familiar with.
