Learn More About Your UV Lights to Reap Benefits
The power of ultraviolet lights to improve indoor air quality is well known. Whether or not you have already made UV lights a part of your IAQ system, read on to be sure that your system is effectively removing bacteria, viruses, odors and mold from your home.
Sizing a Furnace: Some Pointers for When It’s Time for a Replacement
When you’re selecting a new heating system, sizing a furnace is the crucial first step. If you skip this part of the replacement process, you could be facing higher energy bills, compromised indoor comfort and shortened system life.
A Programmable Thermostat: It Will Do Right by You if You Follow These Guidelines
If you’re thinking of having a programmable thermostat installed in your home, it could be a great way to save money on your heating and cooling costs. Today’s thermostats are packed full of energy-saving features that make life easier, and less expensive, but only if you keep a few things in mind.
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 […]