If you are facing a furnace replacement anytime soon, energy efficiency likely will be one of the main factors when it comes to deciding which furnace to buy. The rating standard for furnaces and boilers is their Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency rating. The AFUE rating is achieved by measuring the heat output of the system compared to how […]
Geothermal Tax Credits: Use Them to Cool Off This Summer
If you’ve had your eye on tax credits for energy efficiency, you know that some have already expired. The chance to claim tax credits after installing an efficient furnace, boiler, air conditioner or air-source heat pump ended in December 2013. However, geothermal tax credits are still available. Learn how much you can save while keeping […]
Why Central Air Conditioning Is the No. 1 A/C Choice in Our Region
Dayton-area homeowners have several options for keeping cool this summer, but central air conditioning stands out above the other methods for its energy efficiency, comfort and ease of use. Central Air Conditioning Defined Central air conditioning cools your home using the same ducts your furnace uses to heat it. In the most common type of […]
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 […]
Need an HVAC Professional? Check Out These Tips to Finding One
Do you need to hire an HVAC professional to help you with the heating and cooling system in your Southwest Ohio home? Finding a qualified professional may seem like a daunting task, but following these tips can help you choose the perfect professional for your needs:
Calculate Savings with Energy Star-Qualified Products and Pocket Cash
Every homeowner wants to save money, right? Understanding simple ways to do it, such as investing in Energy Star qualified products, is the first step to making your house more energy efficient. The Energy Star line of products adheres to strict guidelines to promote maximum efficiency and energy savings.
Understand How Your Heat Pump’s Thermostat Works for Best Results
An air-source heat pump offers one of the cleanest, safest and efficient ways to heat your home, but understanding how the heat pump’s thermostat works can help you cut your wintertime heating bills even more. A heat pump harvests heat energy from the outside air and transfers it inside, so its operation is greatly affected […]
Buying a Furnace? A Case for Variable Speed
If you’re buying a furnace for your Dayton area home, there are plenty of options available to help you get the most out of your system. One upgrade, a variable-speed fan motor, is a great investment – not only to reduce your heating costs through the entire heating season, but to offer a boost to your […]
Holiday-Season Energy Savings: A Gift for Yourself All Wrapped up in a Lower Utility Bill
The winter holidays are a great time to reconnect with family and friends over shared meals, and to showcase your Dayton area home with festive lighting and decorations. While the additional cooking, heating and energy usage can do a number on your utility bills, there are ways to help reign in those costs. Read on […]
Put Those 2013 Tax Credits to Good Use: Cool Off With a New A/C
If you’ve been considering replacing your aging central cooling system, this year might be a good time to do it. Federal tax credits are available through Dec. 31, 2013 (and retroactive to 2012) that will help offset the cost of a qualifying high-efficiency A/C. The energy savings you’ll achieve with the new system eventually will […]