October 15, 2015
Indoor humidity levels affect air quality, and too much or too little moisture in the air can also affect items within the home and the home’s structure itself. To protect your home, as well as your health, you should keep humidity balanced and under control. Here are ways to determine if you have a home-humidity …
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October 13, 2015
Tankless water heaters (also called demand water heaters) heat water on demand using a powerful gas burner or electric heating element. They don’t need or use a storage tank. This frees up some space in your home and allows you more options of where to install the tankless water heater. Here are some tips.
October 8, 2015
If you’re like many other homeowners, you tend to take bathroom ventilation for granted. Most of us start running the shower or bath, switch on the exhaust fan, and assume that everything is under control. You may be surprised to learn that this might not be the case. An effective fan must be properly exhausted …
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October 6, 2015
Insulation is designed to obstruct conduction heat gain/loss. When installed correctly and maintained properly, home insulation does a great job for enhancing comfort and saving energy. If you need to upgrade, replace, or install new insulation in your Orlando area home, use these tips to help.
September 24, 2015
Something as easy as reducing your water heater temperature can lower energy consumption and save money every month. The typical family spends up to one-quarter of its total energy budget on heating water. Turning down the temperature not only saves energy, but also increases the tank’s lifetime and improves safety.
September 17, 2015
Do you have a mold and mildew problem in your Orlando home? Would you like to reduce allergens and germs for a more healthful indoor environment? Since your answer to these questions is likely “yes,” read on to learn how ultraviolet (UV) lights can help you reach these goals and more.
August 25, 2015
If the air quality in your Orlando home is less than ideal, it can negatively affect your health, causing symptoms like frequent headaches, congestion, eye irritation or exhaustion, and can worsen the effects of asthma, allergies or other breathing conditions. By improving indoor air quality with the following tips, you can protect your health and make …
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August 13, 2015
The air filter is a simple, yet vital component of the HVAC system. The filter protects the blower motor and evaporator coil from damage and poor performance caused by debris accumulation and mold development. For the best cooling results, the filter should be changed as the manufacturer suggests, installed correctly and remain dry. If you notice …
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August 4, 2015
The consequences of ignoring HVAC maintenance range from higher energy bills to preventable part failures. If your system breaks down in the summer, you’ll likely experience a high degree of discomfort, as well. Since HVAC systems include a variety of mechanical and electrical parts, neglecting to schedule professional service annually lays the groundwork for a disappointing performance.
July 21, 2015
How often is every room in your Orlando home occupied at the same time? Probably not too often, so why would you pay to heat or cool your entire house at once? HVAC zoning allows you the freedom to choose where you spend your energy dollars according to which rooms are occupied. Here are some tips to help …
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