Save Money and Increase Comfort by Installing a Zone Control System Today!
Zone control systems work by dividing homes and offices into zones with separate controls for AC and heating. One zone can be turned off while the other zones are cooled, or different zones can be held at distinct temperatures. With zone controls, you use only as much heating or cooling as you need! When to […]
How to Save Money with Proper Duct Sealing
When your home has a forced-air system, it is estimated that 20 to 30 percent of the air that travels through that framework is lost due to leaks, holes, and badly connected ducts. While that may not seem like a lot to some, even this percentage can drastically drive up your monthly energy bills. If […]
Save Money on Heating Bills during this Winter
You may already be dreading your heating bills this winter every time they show up in the mail this winter, but there are many ways to save on your utility bills each month. The first thing to focus on, even in Los Angeles and in the San Fernando Valley, is your thermostat. Yes. You can typically […]
Insulating Yourself from BIG ENERGY Bills in Los Angeles…
Insulating Yourself from BIG ENERGY Bills in Los Angeles… Although it’s hard to tell by this very temperate week… Winter is here. Because Los Angeles winters are comparatively mild, particularly compared to the rest of the country, we tend to let our guard down and then are shocked when we get our gas and electric […]
How To Save On Utilities During These Colder Winter Months In Southern California
For every degree you lower your thermostat over an 8 to12 hour span, you can save between 1 and 3 % on your energy bill each year. When you add this up over several years, the dollars become more significant than you might first think. So proactively managing your thermostat or even getting into the […]
Smart Thermostats Take Programmable Technology to the Next Level
Programmable thermostats have been around for decades, with the first ones being mechanical clock thermostats that only let you set different temperatures for day and night. Now a new generation of smart programmable thermostats are becoming available and are giving consumers unprecedented access and control to their home HVAC system.
Gas-Fired Furnace Retrofits You May Want To Consider
If you were less than satisfied with the performance of your gas-fired furnace this winter past, it may be time to consider an upgrade. Before you proceed, however, you should know that it’s possible to retrofit gas-fired furnaces to increase their efficiency. Run the numbers with your contractor to determine whether the retrofits listed below […]
Programmable Thermostats Are Getting Even Smarter
Do you find it difficult to control the climate in your home using your out of date thermostat? Have you ever left the air conditioning on in the commotion of leaving for a vacation? These little annoyances may actually turn into costly inefficiencies over time. Fortunately, today’s air conditioning and heating market offers a wide […]
What Energy Star’s ‘Most Efficient’ Label Means To You
A major concern that consumers have when purchasing an HVAC system, water heater or other home appliance is the energy efficiency and how much money they will save over time. One way to find the most energy-efficient model is to choose one that carries Energy Star’s Most Efficient label. This means that the product meets […]