Leaving Town? How the A/C Should Figure in Your Departure Planning
As you prepare for summer vacation, you may be wondering how to secure your home while you are gone. Don’t forget to include the A/C among your plans before you go.
Yes, You Can Cut Your Energy Consumption This Winter
Keep yourself warm this winter by bundling up with all the cash you can save from cutting down your energy costs. With a wide range of options, cutting your energy consumption down is relatively simple. As long as you keep up with maintenance and the appropriate equipment upgrades, anyone can accomplish it. Here are a […]
Get Peace Of Mind When Running A Gas Furnace; Use This Safety Checklist
The chilly evenings are reminding us that it is time to check the efficiency of your heating system. Here are some tips to keep your gas furnace running smoothly throughout the winter months:
9 Investments That Promise Long-Term Energy Savings
Long-term energy savings require investments that pay off over time. These changes to your home and/or lifestyle may not be dramatic or produce startling savings immediately. By reducing energy use, increasing the effectiveness of heating and cooling and making other household changes, you can stimulate savings and increased comfort. Here are nine investments for long-term […]
Expert Guidance For Buying A Programmable Thermostat
Every home heating and cooling system needs a reliable thermostat to control its overall operation. Older mercury-switch thermostats were effective, but they served as little more than on/off switches. Modern programmable thermostats give you a much greater range of control over your furnace or air conditioner, allowing you to choose when the unit runs, at […]
Energy Savings Throughout Your Entire Home
Expensive energy bills can really add up. Many households spend tens, hundreds or even thousands of dollars more per year than they need to on energy bills. Luckily, some simple strategies can drastically lower your bills and increase energy savings. Many people think that energy savings mean having to live in a very hot home […]
With A Programmable Thermostat, You’re Firmly In Charge Of Your HVAC System
Having one or more programmable thermostats greatly increases the amount of control you have over the comfort level in your house. It also give you the ability to monitor and adjust how much energy you use, even when you aren’t at home.
Programmable Thermostat Features Go Way Beyond Temperature Control
If you’re considering a new thermostat for your home, consider the benefits of a programmable thermostat. Going beyond simple temperature control, a programmable thermostat gives you the flexibility to plan your household climate according to your weekly routine, which means you’ll no longer have to heat or cool an empty home. By reducing energy consumption […]
Control Your Comfort With Zoning Systems
Home temperature regulation isn’t always as simple as just programming your thermostat. Rooms located on the southern side of your home may warm quicker than those on the northern end. Rooms with wall-to-wall windows may seem too hot on a summer afternoon, but cool off quickly as the sun subsides. These are just a few […]