With winter inching closer in Southwest Ohio, it’s time to start thinking about resetting the programmable thermostat in your home.
Why is a Heat Pump a Good Choice?
Traditional HVAC systems use a furnace to heat your home during cooler months, and an air conditioner to cool your home through the summer. But this isn’t the only possible setup: depending on your home’s heating and cooling needs, a heat pump may be more efficient. Heat pumps save money because of a simple, powerful […]
Here’s How to Know if Your Thermostat Needs to Be Replaced
Your thermostat controls your home’s central heating and cooling system. When it runs into problems, it can make your system stop working. You can troubleshoot and repair minor thermostat issues. If your efforts don’t work, you’ll have to replace it.
Everything You Need to Know About BTUs for Your HVAC System
There a lots of acronyms used in reference to heating and cooling systems. One that you’ve probably heard mentioned is “BTU.” Here, we’ll explain what BTUs are and how they relate to your home heating system.
These Energy Star Tips Can Lead You to Greater Savings
If you’re like most homeowners, half of the energy used in your home is for heating and cooling. The following Energy Star tips can help you maintain your HVAC system for best efficiency and energy savings.
When Your Furnace Gives You Trouble: 6 Easy Fixes to Try Before You Call the Pros
When the winter months arrive, the last thing you want to deal with is an improperly operating furnace. In order to ensure that you and your family stay warm during the upcoming winter, we have compiled six easy furnace fixes that you can try before you call in a professional:
Replacing Your Heating System? Learn Some Terms Before You Start Shopping
When considering replacing your heating system, you should know some terms that can help you choose the right furnace or heat pump for your Dayton area home. You’ll want a product that will balance affordability with comfort and energy efficiency.
Changing The Filter In Your Furnace: So Easy To Do, So Easy To Forget
You probably don’t think about your furnace every day, even while you’re enjoying the comfort it produces, so it’s understandable that the simple task of changing the filter in your furnace is so easy to forget. But because it’s also so important, make sure to plan for it. Keeping your filter fresh will help keep […]
Your Ceiling Fans: Switch Directions And Save
You’re losing money if you’re not using your ceiling fans during the winter. Too many homeowners in cold-winter climates like Ohio simply turn the fans off and forget about them until April or May. That’s unfortunate because you can lower your energy use without sacrificing comfort if you know how to use your fans.
Boiler On The Edge? Retrofits May Do For Now, But Weigh These Factors Before Deciding
Though the majority of houses today are equipped with furnaces, the usage of boilers is still quite prevalent in older homes across Ohio. Many homeowners who use boilers try to eke out a few more years through retrofitting to increase efficiency. If you’re concerned that your boiler might not make it through this winter, you’ll […]