When you hire an HVAC contractor, it’s no secret that you want to find the best. Unfortunately, too many homeowners will simply pick a name from the Internet without taking the time to do any research. If you want installation or servicing of equipment to go smoothly, it’s important to choose correctly, which is why […]
If You’re A/C Shopping This Summer, Here’s Savvy Advice
With the many different choices in models, sizes and prices, A/C shopping can feel a bit stressful. Unlike buying a small appliance, like a humidifier or microwave, an air conditioner has a big impact on the comfort of your home and your energy costs. In order to upgrade to the best A/C, always consider the […]
Install the Heat Pump in Your Dayton Home With These Guidelines in Mind
Preparing your home before you install the heat pump can make a difference in your comfort and energy bills for years to come. Major factors that affect a heat pump’s performance include proper system sizing and ductwork compatibility. HVAC contractors use two software tools, Manuals J and D, to arrive at the correct tonnage for […]
Fix These Common Air Conditioner Problems Before Summer Arrives
Summers in the Dayton area are typically hot and muggy, so it’s important that your air conditioning system be at peak operating efficiency before our weather starts heating up. To ensure that your A/C keeps you comfortably cool this season, review these common air conditioner problems, and if your cooling system is experiencing any of them, […]
Do Your Homework Before A/C Replacement: What to Look For When Shopping
If you’re facing an A/C replacement, learning as much as possible about choosing the equipment will help you make an informed decision that benefits your pocketbook and comfort for years to come. Here are some important steps in the process of choosing a new cooling system for your home:
Geothermal Heating And Cooling: Clean, Quiet And Quite Energy Efficient
When you’re considering a new HVAC system for your home, consider geothermal heating and cooling. According to the U.S. EPA, these systems offer the highest level of energy efficiency when compared to air-source heat pumps and combustion furnaces. They utilize the stored solar energy underground to heat and cool your home, produce no pollutants and […]
Restored Energy Tax Credits: A Nice Little Something In The Fiscal Cliff Deal
The “fiscal cliff” negotiations that dominated the news around New Year’s Day 2013 did not appear to have much benefit for the individual homeowner. However, the 25C tax credits in the fiscal cliff deal did restore some expired energy credits and establish a series of incentives for installing new or upgraded high-efficiency home heating and […]
Buying A New Boiler? You Need A Handy Guide To Navigate The Process
Does your home’s old boiler system seem to be struggling to get the job done? Because you can’t afford to have your heating system break down in the middle of a cold snap, you may want to consider buying a new boiler now. By adhering to this simple guide, you can select the right boiler for […]
A Dual-Fuel System Will Work Wonders In Your Dayton Home
Air-source heat pumps are an efficient alternative to gas-powered furnaces that can save energy and lower your heating bills. However, when the temperatures drop below freezing, standard models begin losing their heating efficiency. At this point, the heat pump will switch over to electric resistance heating, which is expensive. This is fine for warmer climates, […]
An Electronically Commutated Motor Contributes To Significant Energy Savings
If you use a forced-air system to heat and cool your home, an electronically commutated motor (ECM) can help you save a good deal of energy. Unlike a conventional motor, the ECMs (also called variable-speed motors) use much less electricity by virtue of their design and components. An ECM converts AC power to DC, which […]