If there were a way you could save 10 percent on your heating and cooling bills each year, wouldn’t you want to know about it? Using a programmable thermostat can do just that. And it’s one of the most cost-effective ways to ensure energy savings. Programming your thermostat requires knowing the optimal settings, understanding how long […]
Tired Of Dry Air? Consider Whole-House Humidification
Cold-weather seasons present the most problems for homeowners due to dry indoor air. To further compound the problem, continuously running a home heating system can make the air inside your home even drier. Often the best solution to remedy dry air during the heating months is to install a whole-house humidification system.
HVAC Maintenance Plans — A Wise Investment
Maintaining your heating and cooling system ensures a multitude of benefits. And participating in your trusted local professional’s HVAC maintenance plan gives you even more bang for your buck. If you’re already convinced that regular preventive maintenance helps, but haven’t yet taken the plunge by participating in a maintenance plan, here’s a look at what […]
Wondering About Heat Pump Operation? 3 Essential Components You Should Understand
Modern air-source heat pumps are among the most sophisticated home-comfort equipment available today. They provide excellent climate control, offer outstanding efficiency, and can be used both for cooling in the summer and heating in the winter.
Dry Air And Static Electricity Too Much To Bear? Time To Humidify Your Air
Dry air and static electricity go hand in hand with cold weather and our heating season here in the Dayton area. Humidifying your air, preferably with a whole-house humidifier, will reduce static electricity but there are other benefits as well.
If Furnace Noise Has You Worried, It’s Time To Call A Professional
Your gas furnace normally functions without a problem, but if you’ve been hearing a strange furnace noise lately, you should not ignore it. Pretending that a problem doesn’t exist won’t make it go away. In fact, failure to address the unusual furnace noise in a timely fashion could end up costing you much more in […]
What To Do If Your Furnace Is Red Tagged
If your furnace is red tagged, that likely means there’s a crack in the heat exchanger. A technician performing a tune-up or repair may spot the issue. With the discovery of this problem, your furnace is no longer permitted to operate because the crack may leak poisonous carbon monoxide gas into your home. If the […]
Improve Your Indoor Air Quality — 7 Dust-Busting Secrets
It’s vital that the air we breathe within our own homes be as clean as possible. Reducing the amount of dust in the air can mean significantly improving indoor air quality. Let’s look at seven ways to cut down on dust in your home.
Sizing A Tankless Water Heater? 3 Important Considerations
Tankless water heaters provide a cost-effective and energy-efficient alternative to traditional storage tank models. Whereas water heaters with tanks pre-heat water and store it in a large drum until it’s needed, tankless alternatives only heat water on demand. Given the amount of energy it takes to pre-heat water, a tankless water heater can dramatically reduce […]
One Room Too Cold, One Room Too Hot: How Zoning Systems Fix the Problem
Is part of your house too cold, while another part is too hot?