Like air conditioning cooling systems, air-source heat pumps transfer refrigerant that carries heat energy from one air source to another, such as the air inside and outside the home. If you’re shopping for a new cooling system for your Dayton-area home, consider the advantages a new heat pump system offers over the conventional A/C. Heat […]
Considering a Geothermal System? Then Consider These FAQs
While the world might be abuzz about solar power, you may be surprised to know that one of the best solutions to high energy costs lies not in the sky, but beneath your feet. Installing a geothermal system in your Dayton-area home can provide you with clean, quiet cooling and heating that can cut your […]
SEER, EER and COP: Terms the Wise A/C Shopper Will Know
If you’re planning to purchase a new air conditioner before summer arrives, you might find yourself inundated with information. To make an informed decision, however, there are three basic terms that you’ll need to know: SEER, EER and COP. Once you have these three under your belt, your choice will be a lot easier. Seasonal […]
Programmable Thermostat Malfunction: Analyze With This Checklist
A programmable thermostat is a great way to reduce your energy usage and cut your utility bills. Every degree that you turn your thermostat down (or up, during the part of the year when you need to run your air conditioning) cuts your energy bills by an average of one percent if done consistently. To […]
Whole-House Air Cleaners: Additions to Your HVAC System that Help Your Entire Home
Today’s well-insulated, tightly closed homes offer energy efficiency but also will trap pollutants, resulting in indoor pollution levels much higher than outdoor air. Since eliminating all the sources of indoor pollution can be impossible, the use of whole-house air cleaners offers an alternative that will significantly improve your indoor air quality (IAQ). Whole-house air cleaners […]
5 Energy-Saving Tips That Could Cut Your Heating Bill This Winter
One of the best ways to save on monthly expenses is by reducing the energy usage in your Dayton area home. Use these energy-saving tips and keep your hard-earned money in your pocket. The bonus is that all of these tips will reap energy-saving benefits in the summer, as well.
Make Sure You Routinely Change That Filter in Your Furnace
Your furnace requires filters to operate appropriately. Because the filter in your furnace is designed to catch debris and other materials that can clog and harm your furnace, it is important to replace it regularly.
Why a Higher Efficiency Air Filter Is Worth the Extra Cost
An air filter provides many more benefits for the home and occupants than simply removing airborne dust. Yet, many households continue to use a basic disposable air filter out of convenience, habit or low cost. Learn how a higher-efficiency air filter can save you money on many fronts down the road, making a simple filter […]
WiFi Thermostat: Here’s What You Can Do With Them
WiFi-operated HVAC thermostats are relatively new innovations. It may seem obvious that they can connect homeowners to their heating and cooling equipment from remote locations, but they offer many other advantages. Our weather here in the Dayton/Springfield area is typical of the Midwest, with severe, swift, unforeseen changes not uncommon. Thus, one benefit that could be […]
