There are many innovations in the HVAC industry today that support the public’s demand for better-quality, more energy-efficient living spaces. One of these innovations with air conditioners and heat pumps and is called two-stage cooling. Two-stage cooling simply means that the compressor has two speeds, low and high, attached to a sensor unit that automatically […]
Heat Pump Trouble? Call In A Pro For Expert Advice
If you’re experiencing heat pump trouble in your Southwest Ohio home, here’s a few troubleshooting tips you can try before calling for expert help. If your heat pump does not power on, make sure the thermostat is in cooling mode, and set to three or four degrees below room temperature. This will immediately tell you […]
High Energy Bills? Lower Electricity Costs, Contribute To Fewer Blackouts
When the weather heats up, demand for electricity rises steeply, and blackouts become more possible. (These are the sort of blackouts that occur because of high demands on the power grid, unlike the sort of massive storm-related blackouts that struck much of Ohio and the East this summer.) Although it involves a little sacrifice and […]
Air Conditioning Leaking? What You Can Do To Avoid Water Damage
While its main goal and result is to keep your home cool and comfortable throughout the summer, your home’s air conditioner unit also produces a large amount of condensation. Without proper care and maintenance, air conditioning leaking may occur. This can lead to the development of mold and severe water damage in walls and ceilings. […]
Water Heater Savings Possible With These 5 Tips
Whether you heat the water in your home with electricity, natural gas or propane, you should always be looking for ways to find water heater savings. Try these five tips:
The Energy Star: An Unparalleled Guide To Ultimate Home Efficiency
With this year’s southwest Ohio summer already one of the hottest on record, families increasingly will be looking for ways to save money on their air conditioning costs. If you’re upgrading your cooling equipment, you can’t do any better than seeking Energy Star-labeled appliances. This provides you with the opportunity to choose energy-efficient models that […]
Reducing Heat Gain In Your Home With One Simple, Low-Cost Tip
Reducing heat gain in your home goes a long way toward lowering your air conditioning bill. The first and easiest step is to address your windows, which can be responsible for as much as 50 percent of the heat entering your home. The ultraviolet rays of the sun bring the heat indoors, though many options […]
Airflow And Refrigerant Charge: 2 Factors That Maintenance Should Take Care Of
The best time of the year for annual air conditioner maintenance is spring or early summer. But, if you skipped your tuneup this year, don’t worry; it’s not too late. You can still slash your cooling bills with correctly performed maintenance. Two tasks that should be checked every year are precision checks on airflow and […]
Noisy Air Conditioners A Nuisance: Remedy Problems In Older Systems — And Upgrades
Noisy air conditioners are not only annoying; they can signal problems in your cooling system. If you have a noisy air conditioner, but it still has some years of service left before you need to upgrade, try these remedies for reducing noise, and even potentially obtain improvements in energy efficiency and home comfort as a […]
