Heating And Cooling Blog
Do You Use R22 In Your Cooling System? What You Should Know
Most air conditioning systems in the United States use R22, an industry-standard refrigerant. Until recently, R22 was plentiful, inexpensive, and readily available for recharging air conditioning systems with waning cooling capacity. This has begun to change, however, and indications are that R22 will become enormously expensive until it is no longer available in 2020.
Thermostats Just Got Smarter
As the technology behind programmable thermostats continues to evolve, these home temperature controllers are becoming smarter and more advanced. No longer simple on/off switches for your furnace or air conditioner, thermostats have become sophisticated control centers for your total home comfort system. Most are designed to work best with the newest models of high-efficiency heating […]
Before You Shop For A Programmable Thermostat, Consider Your HVAC System And Your Lifestyle
Is your house never quite the right temperature? Do you want to save more money on your cooling and heating bills? Do you want more control over the way your HVAC system operates? A programmable thermostat provides a handy solution, allowing you to program your household temperatures in order to suit your lifestyle, schedule and […]
Want Better Air Quality In Your Home? Consider Installing UV Lights
Do you ever think about the air quality in your home, and the possible threat of mico-organisms to you and your family? Poor quality indoor air counts as one of the top five environmental health risks, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. But there are steps you can take to improve the air quality […]
Can't Keep Up With HVAC Maintenance? Let Us Do The Planning
If you’re like most people, you probably feel like there’s just not enough time in the day to get everything done. If it’s not immediately a problem, you just don’t have time to worry about it. Yearly maintenance on your air conditioner or heating unit probably falls under that category. You know it’s important to […]
High Energy Costs Can Often Be Attributed To At Least One Of Three Factors
With the economy still struggling, homeowners everywhere are trying to find ways to cut costs and lower their utility bills. One sure-fire way to lower your monthly bills is to reduce the amount of energy your home uses by looking at heating and cooling efficiency. One of three potential problems with your HVAC system may […]
Make Sure Your A/C Is Ready For Summer, Schedule Springtime Maintenance
With summer on its way, it’s important to make sure your air conditioner is in top shape. There are a number of things you can do yourself to help your A/C, but one of the best moves you can make is to schedule annual maintenance.
Geothermal 101 — How A Ground Source Heat Pump Works To Save You Energy Dollars
A geothermal heat pump works well areas like Southwest Ohio where winters can be cold and summers hot. These types of heat pumps are currently the most energy-efficient way to heat and cool homes. They rely on stable underground temperatures to gather and transfer heat from one place to another. Unlike air, the earth several […]
Don't Let Your Neglected HVAC System Inflame Your Allergies — 3 Maintenance Tips
Throughout the year, dust mites, pollen, fungi spores, bacteria and pet dander build up in the ducts of your heating and cooling system. Many of these particles cause or aggravate allergies. A neglected HVAC system lowers indoor air quality by blowing allergens around the home. If maintenance of the HVAC system is neglected, these allergens […]