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ARE SPACE HEATERS SAFE FOR INDOOR USE

There are a variety of spaces heaters on the market today. From vented units to unvented combustion units and unvented electric space heaters. Some are for indoors and some are for outdoors and it is very important you get one which is purposefully designed for indoor use. Unvented combustion units are not recommended for indoor […]

ARE TANKLESS WATER HEATERS EFFICIENT

The tankless water heater, also referred to as an instantaneous water heater or demand-type water heater, is a system designed to allow the user to have instant access to hot water. Unlike the storage water heaters, the tankless water heater heats the water on a demand usage basis. When you turn on the hot water […]

SAVING MONEY WHILE HEATING YOUR HOME

With the cold winter months fast approaching, heating your home can become a large monthly expense.  The energy consumption of your HVAC system comprises approximately 54% of the energy usage in your home.  Did you know you could save 1% on your heating bill each year for every degree you lower your thermostat over an […]

5 WAYS TO LOWER YOUR HEATING BILL

There are 5 simple ways to lower your heating bill during the upcoming winter months.  With just a little time and effort, you can realize cost savings of up to 20%.  That can be a significant savings during the coldest months of the year.  The U.S. Energy Information Association is predicting an increase in heating […]

HIGH EFFICIENCY GAS FURNACES

It isn’t very often that you are in the market for a gas furnace.  This typically occurs when your current furnace breaks down or perhaps during a remodel or house build that you are faced with the option of what type of gas furnace to buy.  Should you find yourself in need of a gas […]

ANNUAL FURNACE TUNE UP

It is important to have your heating and furnace system inspected annually. All furnace manufacturers recommend having an annual inspection by a qualified professional that specializes in heating and air conditioning. Having your unit inspected at least once a year will keep your system working at peak performance. There are also warranty concerns that you […]

PROPER INTERIOR RESIDENTIAL LIGHTING

When we think about lighting our home, we are usually thinking about the decorative aspect of the environment but lighting also provides security and comfort, helping to more easily perform tasks. Lighting is a functional element in your home, but it also helps create ambiance. If you use the proper lighting it should be a […]

A/C OPTIONS FOR OLDER HOMES

Central heating and air conditioning for homes was introduced in 1931 but it got off to a slow start. It was only in the mid 1960’s that central air conditioning became a more common practice in new home building due to the lower costs. Still, not all builders offered central air conditioning until the early […]

ADVANTAGE OF HAVING ROOF VENTS

  Ventilation is the process of circulating air to keep it fresh.  Ventilation with regard to the HVAC process is the circulation of air for freshness and the reduction of moisture levels allowing the HVAC system to work more effectively as it heats and cools your home.  Roof ventilation needs are different in the various […]

THE IMPORTANCE OF THERMOSTAT CALIBRATION

The U.S. Energy Information Administration recently conducted a study, the Residential Energy Consumption Survey, which revealed that 65% of the energy used in homes is used for heating and air conditioning and 35% is used by appliances, lighting and electronics.  Since the majority of the energy consumption in homes is based on the HVAC system, […]