Heating And Cooling Blog
If Your Air Conditioner Failed You This Summer, 2011 Tax Credits Are Still Available — Upgrade Now
There has never been a better time to upgrade your air conditioner. The summer is coming to an end so A/C units are no longer priced at a premium, new models are much more environmentally-conscious, and federal tax credits for energy efficiency make those same units economically friendly as well.
How Residential Planned Maintenance Benefits You
Planned maintenance for your home benefits you in a number of ways. In Southwest Ohio, when extreme weather doesn’t allow you to open the windows and let fresh air into your home, you rely on your heating and cooling equipment to keep your home comfortable and healthy. Not keeping up with the maintenance needs of […]
Want To See Your Efficiency Rise? Heat From The Ground Up With Geothermal
A careful eye when searching for solutions to your household energy needs has become more and more of an imperative as the number of options has increased in recent years. Many new forms of power make big pronouncements as to their efficiency, but what environmentally friendly energy source will truly give you the most benefit […]
AFUE — A Measure Of Furnace Efficiency
If you’re looking for a new furnace or boiler, or just trying to decide if it’s time to replace your current one, you’ll want to gain an understanding of AFUE ratings. The acronym, which stands for “annual fuel utilization efficiency,” measures how well heating appliances convert energy into heat. If a furnace or boiler is […]
Four Benefits Of Filtration Products In The Home
As homes in the Dayton area become more tightly sealed to stop expensive air from leaking out, our indoor air isn’t cycling as often. While this is great for energy savings, it means indoor pollutants aren’t circulated safely away, and can build up to dangerous concentrations. Fortunately, air filtration systems provide an efficient method of keeping […]
Is Your Air Too Dry? Humidify Your Whole House With A Whole-House Humidifier
If the air is too dry in your home, it can have a number of adverse effects on your health, including an increase in allergy symptoms and asthma. Many people experience a dry cough or dry nasal passages when the moisture level in their homes falls below 35 percent. Humidification of your whole house with a […]
What NADCA Membership Means To Ace Hardware Home Services Customers
The National Air Duct Cleaning Association exists as an association of businesses to ensure the highest quality standards are met as air duct cleaning professionals serve their customers. Because air duct cleaning is a “behind the scenes” process, a few companies have tried shortcuts to lure consumers in with less than thorough cleaning. A company’s […]
Annual Service Extends The Life Of Your Heat Pump
Your heat pump provides you with the warm air that you need to keep you comfortable in your Dayton area home during the winter. Scheduling annual service can help extend the life of your heat pump as well as give you piece of mind that you can rely on your heat when you need it […]
The Ductless Mini-Split: A Neat Little Solution For Your No-Ductwork Dilemma
Ductless mini-splits can serve as a great complement to your current heating or cooling equipment if you’re faced with comfort issues caused by the limits of your ductwork’s powers, or if you’re planning an addition to your home. Mini-splits are versatile, efficient and easy to incorporate into your home.
You Know It’s Time For A Duct Cleaning When…
Having your ducts cleaned periodically can have a great impact on the indoor air quality as well as advancing the overall comfort level of your home. Dust, dander, mold spores and even critters can accumulate inside the ductwork and pass back into your home, polluting the air you breathe. These unwanted materials can also coat […]
