Heating And Cooling Blog
Zoning Systems Create The Best Control For Comfort And Efficiency
Wouldn’t it be nice if you could turn on your heating or cooling system just in the rooms where you need it? Are you air conditioning the entire house – and freezing everyone in the living room — when you just want to cool down the bedrooms? Is that room on the shady side of […]
Geothermal Air Conditioning Factors To Know Before Upgrading
Geothermal heat pumps are an energy-efficient option for cooling your home in climates like ours here in the Dayton area. In fact, according to EnergyStar, geothermal systems with the Energy Star label “are over 45 percent more energy efficient than standard options.”
Our Best Energy-Savings Tips Help You Save Money
Chances are, even if you think you’re heating and cooling your home efficiently, there’s still a lot of steps you can take — either on your own or with the help of a professional contractor — to glean more savings on your Dayton area home energy usage.
Use This Checklist To Find A Qualified HVAC Contractor
Finding an experienced, dependable HVAC contractor to work in your home takes a little bit of research. It’s definitely worth your time, because making the wrong choice could leave you with inferior work that costs even more money to fix. Sub-standard work can damage your home or even endanger your family, especially if leaks or electrical problems […]
How Proper Sizing Makes All The Difference In How Your Air Conditioner Contributes To Comfort And Efficiency
Is your air conditioner the right size for your heating/cooling needs? This is a question many Dayton area homeowners ask themselves, particularly those who live in an older home. If your unit is too small or too large for your needs, it could be costing you both in comfort and money.
Why You Should Look At Ventilation Options To Stay Cool
Your home’s ventilation is directly connected to your indoor air quality. Air circulation helps bring fresh air into your home while removing indoor air pollution. As part of your HVAC system, your vents and duct work also help bring conditioned air to all the areas of your home. Not all ventilation systems are ideal for […]
Heat Pumps For Cold Climates: Reverse Cycle Chillers
Air-source heat pumps work very efficiently to heat and cool many homes, but they’re designed to perform in temperate climates. When temperatures drop to extreme winter lows, air-source systems become less efficient. Reverse cycle chillers (RCCs) solve this problem — and make heat-pump systems more efficient. RCCs also work with a variety of heating and […]
If You Know What MERV Ratings Mean You Can Use Air Filters To Your Advantage
Clean air filters keep your home comfort system running at peak efficiency. Regularly cleaned/replaced filters also make your entire home comfort system last longer. And of course, clean air filters keep your air clean, while dirty, clogged ones aren’t up to the job.
Find Out What Kinds Of Common Problems Can Occur With Your Air Conditioning System And Keep It Running Smoothly All Summer Long
Like anyone else, homeowners living in the Dayton area want an air conditioning system they can count on when the hot days of summer arrive. The unexpected often happens at the worst possible time. So what can go wrong with your cooling system, and how can you increase the odds that your equipment will run […]
