Ductless Mini Splits: It Gets Chilly Even in LA, so Learn How to Use These in Winter
The popularity of ductless mini splits is growing, and if you’ve got one of these in your home, you can take steps to improve its heating output for those occasional cold days in the Los Angeles region. Mini splits are heat pumps and as such, their ability to heat your home as temperatures drop to […]
Assessing Your Home’s Need for a Zoning System: Questions to Ask
Heating and cooling can be one of the primary expenses of home ownership. There are a number of ways to improve your home’s energy efficiency, from cleaning the A/C coil to carefully sealing air leaks. Even so, if you live in a large home, it can be very difficult to get a uniform temperature in all […]
Three Pollutants To Test for in Your Home
There are a number of undesirable pollutants to keep out of your home, but three culprits in particular are known to pose significant health risk. If you’d like to improve your home’s indoor air quality, take these steps to locate and eliminate a few common pollutants from your Los Angeles home.
Protect Your Pocketbook This Holiday With These Energy-Saving Tips
Christmas is a wonderful time for home decorating. Like the song says, it’s about “making spirits bright.” But are there energy-saving tips to keep your home warm and festive without breaking the bank? The answer is yes. Let’s get saving!
Many Water Heater Styles to Choose From; Which is Right for Your LA Home?
You’ll want to take time to consider your options when replacing your home’s water heater. A range of water heater styles and features have been developed to meet the different hot water usage needs home owners may have, so there may be something out there that will offer significantly better performance than simply replacing your […]
Air Filters, Pollutants and MERV: Read All About Them
Have you tried to buy new air filters for your home or business? If so, you’ve seen shelf after shelf of filters, all different sizes, types and ratings. The effectiveness of an air filter is based on its ability to remove particles from the air that passes through it. The system is called MERV, or […]
Attaining Ideal Humidity in Your Los Angeles Home
Indoor humidity is a significant factor in home comfort. Too much humidity or too little, either can make you uncomfortable, and both can affect your health and the condition of your home and furnishings. That’s why maintaining indoor humidity levels between 30 and 50 percent is important. In the Los Angeles area, where humid offshore […]
A Stolen Heat Pump? Yes, It’s Something to Be Concerned About
Metal prices are rising steadily and thieves are increasingly targeting domestic heating solutions in Los Angeles as a valuable source of copper. Government reports indicate that as demand rises for metals both domestically and abroad the amount of copper stolen is likely to increase. Your heat pump is a highly inviting prospect for a thief […]
UV Lights Have a Proven Track Record for Improving Indoor Air Quality
In the same way that you worry about the food that you and your family eat, you should be concerned about the air in your home. By installing an ultraviolet (UV) light in your heating and cooling system, you will be taking a step to ensure better indoor air quality. Read on to find out how.