Many of us got a wake-up call during the energy crisis of the 1970s. People across the nation realized the economic benefits of reducing our energy use; cars were built with better gas mileage, and heating and cooling efficiency became a bigger priority. As we’ve moved forward with home comfort, sealing up residential air leaks has become an important aspect …
If you have ever stood in the aisle of a home-improvement store trying to decipher the ratings printed on a furnace filter, you know that finding the right filter for your home can be complicated. A number of factors go into determining a filter’s effectiveness and efficiency. Understanding these factors can help you select a filter that will improve your …
Duct cleaning has almost become the newest fad in home maintenance. Self-proclaimed “specialists” go door to door proclaiming the benefits in heating and cooling efficiency that can be brought about by having your HVAC system’s ducts cleaned. While some of this is based upon fact, much of it is based upon hearsay and anecdotal data.
When it comes to energy efficiency, your ductwork design is just as important a detail as the type of heating or cooling equipment you have. Ductwork is the superhighway for your airflow. Heated or cooled air may begin flowing from the newest, highest efficiency equipment available today. But, if it is slowed, blocked or dispersed improperly by your ducting, it’s …
The end of summer is in sight, but plenty of hot days remain in Northern Indiana and Southwest Michigan. There are a few things you can do to make sure you’re getting the best performance possible from your air conditioning system — at the lowest cost. While your unit is still working hard and running often, help it along with these …
One of the places the average family can find savings is in their monthly energy bill. Sealing your HVAC ducts throughout your home is a good place to start. Many things can happen to cause leaks in your ducts; from parts that just don’t come together quite well to damage caused by moving heavy boxes, especially in the attic and …
Everyone wants to save a buck. Well, here’s a quick and easy way to make sure that you aren’t wasting any money on heating and cooling your home… are you ready? Here it is: change your HVAC air filter.
Heat pumps are efficient heating systems, but if yours stops functioning it can become a frustration rather than a comfort. Here are some tips to consider when troubleshooting heat pumps or deciding if it’s time to call a pro.
You keep up with preventive maintenance, keep your HVAC system tuned up and cleaned and use your energy wisely to reduce the strain on your furnace. No matter how many steps you take to increase its life span, eventually furnace replacement will become inevitable. So how do you know when your current unit is just calling for a little attention …
Air filter replacement is an essential maintenance task for your health and home. Modern efficient home designs, with tighter construction, are resistant to fresh air flow which causes viruses and bacteria to live and prosper in your central air systems. Polluted indoor air quality became a recognized problem in the late 1980’s and since then, the Environmental Protection Agency has …
