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NATE Certification: Why Your HVAC Technician Should Have It

NATE Certification: Why Your HVAC Technician Should Have It

February 21, 2012

The most highly-skilled Orlando-area HVAC contractors and technicians are NATE-certified. It makes good sense to hire contractor with NATE certification because of the high performance standards maintained by this well-respected industry organization. Here’s a little background on NATE and what it does:

Six Easy Ways To Minimize Airborne Dust

Six Easy Ways To Minimize Airborne Dust

February 16, 2012

Airborne dust in the home is something that we’ll never be completely rid of, but there are techniques to minimize exposure. To help keep your home dust-free and your family breathing easier, follow these six tips:

The Ductless Mini Split: Three Reasons To Give It Serious Consideration

The Ductless Mini Split: Three Reasons To Give It Serious Consideration

February 14, 2012

If installing a new duct system (or extending existing ductwork) is prohibitive for cost, time or convenience reasons, consider a ductless mini split heat pump. These compact systems are a good solution to air condition new home additions or homes without ducts here in central Florida. These energy-efficient pumps work well in our climate to …

MERV Filters: How The Numbers Add Up

MERV Filters: How The Numbers Add Up

February 7, 2012

Do you know which MERV filters will enhance your home’s indoor air quality and protect your HVAC equipment? It’s fairly easy to find out. All you need to know is which MERV (minimum efficiency rating value) filter will address the pollutants that you need to get rid of, and how much airflow it will allow.

Furnace Replacement: A Complete Guide To Finding The Unit That’s Best For Your Home

Furnace Replacement: A Complete Guide To Finding The Unit That’s Best For Your Home

February 2, 2012

Most homeowners in the Orlando area focus their attention on air conditioning. And rightly so, because to survive in Florida means staying cool. And though the heating season is short, we can’t ignore it. If we want to stay comfortable throughout the winter, we need an efficient, durable heating system. So when it comes to …

Indoor-Air Quality: How The Stuff In Your Garage Gets Into Your Living Space

Indoor-Air Quality: How The Stuff In Your Garage Gets Into Your Living Space

January 31, 2012

Several factors can significantly impact indoor air quality, so it’s important to develop a whole-house solution to indoor-air quality problems, and this strategy should include evaluating the impact that garage pollutants have on your home.

The Energy Star Yardstick: A Handy Device To See How Your Home Measures Up

The Energy Star Yardstick: A Handy Device To See How Your Home Measures Up

January 26, 2012

Have you ever wondered just how energy efficient your home is? You can use Energy Star’s Home Energy Yardstick to determine how well your home performs, and what you can do to raise that score — and save energy and money.

UV Lights: Your Ally As Cold And Flu Season Sets In

UV Lights: Your Ally As Cold And Flu Season Sets In

January 24, 2012

UV lights can be a helpful addition to your arsenal against colds and the flu. As more and more homes are sealed tightly — which is good news for energy savings — the germs that do get inside your home have nowhere to exit. Add to this problem the fact that homes are now manufactured …

Heating Problems? Try These Furnace-Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Help

Heating Problems? Try These Furnace-Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Help

January 19, 2012

Before you call an HVAC contractor to help you with a heating issue, you may be able to solve the problem yourself with some simple furnace-troubleshooting tips. This could end up saving you a great deal of money and hassle by getting your house back to the warm and cozy levels you are used to.

Heat Pump Alone Or Dual Fuel: Which Is The Right Choice For You?

Heat Pump Alone Or Dual Fuel: Which Is The Right Choice For You?

January 17, 2012

Orlando has some of the nicest winter weather in the country, with warm days and cool nights. A heat pump can be the most energy-efficient way to heat and cool homes in the area. The temperatures seldom dip below freezing and there’s usually enough warmth in the air to heat a home. Occasionally, however, hard …