We may still be enjoying our hot summer afternoons turning the chicken and burgers on the grill, but the fall season is just over the horizon. While you may be currently experiencing the comfort of the cool air in your home, you should start considering fall maintenance for your HVAC system. Waiting until problems arise after […]
Clean A/C Coils: How They Boost Your Savings
Your air conditioner works hard to keep you cool in the Dayton area’s summer heat, but if your A/C coils are dirty, your system may be using up to 37 percent more energy than it would if the coils were clean. Dirty coils interfere with heat exchange and can increase the pressure in your system, resulting […]
Troubleshooting a Heat Pump: Some Basics
When our summer and winter weather extremes in Southwest Ohio, you want your heat pump working properly and efficiently to keep your home comfortable in all seasons. Unfortunately, like any device, a heat pump system can act up at the most inopportune times. Here are some tips for troubleshooting a heat pump that isn’t working right: […]
How UV Lights Do Their Job
No matter how clean you keep your Dayton area home, microbes and fungal spores will be present in your indoor air. Every building has a certain amount of mold and bacteria — this is normal. Problems can occur when mold or bacterial growth begins to accumulate beyond trace amounts in your indoor air, or in hard-to-clean places […]
Two-Stage Cooling for Your Dayton Home: Here’s What It Can Do
Is it time to replace the old, failing air conditioner in your Dayton area home? If so, you will want to consider the benefits of choosing a two-stage cooling system. This type of air conditioner delivers enhanced home cooling and increased energy efficiency, allowing you to reduce energy costs without sacrificing comfort. What Is Two-Stage Cooling? […]
HVAC Terms You Should Know
Nothing in your home affects your family’s comfort more than your cooling or heating systems. This is especially the case in our Southwest Ohio climate, where we experience both blazing summers and frigid winters, both of which can take a toll on heating and cooling equipment. If you’re considering an upgrade or replacement for your furnace, […]
Geothermal Heat Pumps: 3 Basic Parts Provide Efficient Cooling and Heating
Are you considering installing a geothermal heating and cooling system in your Dayton area household? Geothermal heat pumps are an excellent energy-efficient solution for many homeowners. Before you commit, here’s a lowdown of how they work and their benefits: How They Work While outdoor temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, the temperatures four to six feet underground stay consistent. Geothermal […]
Your Summer Vacation Plans: The Programmable Thermostat Is Key
Planning a vacation can be as tiring as the job you’re vacationing from. Transportation, lodging and events to take in at your destination are just part of the planning. There’s also laundry, shopping and packing that need to be done before you leave. One of the most important tasks is making sure your programmable thermostat is […]
