According to the federal government’s Energy Star heating and cooling guide, the typical home produces twice the greenhouse gas emissions than the average car. This is, in large part, due to the use of heating and air conditioning in the home. To save both energy and money, here are five things you can do to help the environment and your wallet at the same time. 1) Set Your Thermostat. Setting...
View Article Continue ReadingStatistically, nearly half of every energy bill goes into heating and cooling. This is why it’s important to make wise and informed decisions regarding heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) system. Here are three steps you can take to make your system more efficient to add to your comfort and subtract from your energy bill. Seal your heating and cooling ducts: Countless energy is wasted by forced air and heat...
View Article Continue ReadingFebruary is one of the coldest months in California. With the cold usually comes an increase in the use of your heating system. Here are a few tips to save some energy (and money) while staying warm. 1) Move the furniture away from heating vents. This will keep the heat from getting trapped in one place and will allow it to permeate throughout the house a lot quicker. This also...
View Article Continue ReadingYour A/C Unit Needs A Bath! Don’t wait until your air conditioner looks like this one. By then the damage may have already been done. A dirty condenser will lead to a blown fan motor and will eventually cause your compressor to fail, which is the most expensive HVAC repair you could ever face! Before that happens, if your A/C is not kept clean, your energy bill will increase and...
View Article Continue ReadingYour A/C Unit Needs to Breathe! Summer is right around the corner so we decided to post a series of quick tips to help make sure your air conditioner is there for you when you need it the most. It’s spring time, and many of us have been planting beautiful flowers and shrubs around our yards, but be careful not to plant too close to your A/C unit. You’re air...
View Article Continue ReadingAre you getting the most for your comfort dollar? Whether your comfort system is old or new, in a new or old home, in an apartment of single-family home, there are many little things you can do to optimize it’s efficiency and mimimize your utility bills. They’re all definitely worth the small amount of time and expense they take, because in the long run, they’ll save you money. Outside the...
View Article Continue ReadingIf you are reading this, then you’re probably thinking about replacing your air conditioning system. And if that is true, then you’re on the right path. Your new air conditioning system is not going to be cheap, no matter whom you choose to install it. The good news is, if you plan on staying in your home, this should be the only time you ever have to go through this...
View Article Continue ReadingHow To Detect Air Leaks Whether the heat of a scorching summer or the chill of winter is setting in, having a properly functioning heating and cooling system in your home will help keep you comfortable. Aside from creating an uncomfortable environment, a faulty system can be a drain on finances since leaks can raise utility bills. Doors, windows, and walls are all susceptible to leakage. In particular, leaks commonly...
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