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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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.
October 8, 2013
Air conditioning is essential in our Central Florida region, and the more efficiently your A/C operates the better. To maximize cooling efficiency when you’re replacing or improving your cooling system, make sure the A/C is equipped with a thermal expansion valve. A thermal expansion valve (TXV) will increase the efficiency and extend the life of …
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September 24, 2013
It can’t be seen, smelled or heard, but it can kill you. We’re talking about the deadly gas, carbon monoxide (CO), a poisonous gas produced when we burn fuels such as natural gas, charcoal, wood and propane.
June 20, 2013
Checking your air filter every month and replacing it when it’s dirty will improve your indoor air quality, extend the life of your cooling equipment, and help lower your energy costs during the long Orlando cooling season. A dirty filter impedes the flow of air to your system and can cause expensive damage and reduced …
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December 20, 2012
An air conditioner is a must because of the hot Orlando weather, and regular maintenance is important. However, if your air conditioner (A/C) is reaching the end of its functional life — the average lifespan is 15 to 20 years — then you may wonder whether it’s time to replace rather than repair your A/C. …
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November 15, 2012
Winter is on its way to Orlando, and even though we don’t get the cold weather some other regions of the country experience, Orlando homeowners do need to turn the heat on occasionally. It will probably function well and without mishap when it comes on. However, if you do experience issues with your heating system, …
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August 23, 2012
When you regularly use your home air conditioner over a long, hot Orlando summer, at some point you might experience a problem with the system. Neglected systems and even those that are serviced regularly can fail, because air-conditioning systems are manufactured with moving parts and electrical components.
August 14, 2012
If you’re in the market for a new air conditioner, you should consider learning more about high-efficiency air conditioners. Here are four facts that will convince you it’s wise to invest in a more efficient system:
July 24, 2012
If you’re in need of an HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) contractor, you should know there’s more to choosing one that simply flipping open the phonebook and picking the first company that you see. The HVAC contractor that you choose could mean the difference between having an efficient, well-performing HVAC system as opposed to …
