Monthly Archives: August 2011

HVAC Terms You Should Know When Upgrading Air-Conditioning Systems

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer volume of technical jargon you’ll encounter as you shop around for a new air-conditioning system. If your old unit has reached the

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Variable Speed Options: Have You Considered How Your Air Handler Impacts Efficiency?

Your air handler is a part of your heating and cooling system that can seriously affect energy efficiency. Sacramento is blessed with periods of mild weather, when you may want

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Feeling Cooped Up? Here’s How To Freshen Up Indoor Air Circulation

You may have heard that indoor air quality is an important health concern for many households. And you may think your home’s air is all right. That’s what air filters

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Landscaping Directly Impacts Energy Savings: Don’t Let Planting Season Pass You By

Landscaping is usually thought of only in an aesthetic way. Trees, shrubs, ivy and a well-manicured lawn are used to display and frame a home to others. What isn’t thought

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Top Four Benefits Of Geothermal Systems For California Residents

Installing a geothermal cooling and heating system can be a smart move for California homeowners. Why? Here are a few reasons:

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Summer Is In High Gear: Use These Operational Tips To Improve Your Air-Conditioning System

In peak summer heat, your air conditioning is working its hardest. As it works, it also increases your energy costs. There are a few things homeowners can do to take

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Taking A Beach Vacation? Use A Programmable Thermostat To Manage Your Home’s Temperature

If you’re heading off for a vacation this summer, your instinctive inclination may be to turn off your HVAC system completely. After all, nobody’s going to be home, right?

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Worried About Summer Allergy Season? Here’s How To Help Your Indoor Air Quality

If you suffer with seasonal allergies, summer can be a difficult time of year. Allergen levels outside spike during the warm months, and humid summer air can make otherwise minor

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All Year’s Custom Solar PV System Design Gives You The Edge

Thinking about ways to save money on your energy bill? Concerned about climate change and your impact on the environment? As energy costs continue to climb, it is worthwhile to

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With As Much As Sacramento Residents Need Their A/Cs, Preventive Maintenance Should Not Be Ignored

Investing in regular preventive maintenance is one of the best things you can do for your home’s air-conditioning equipment. There are two major benefits of getting annual service: you can

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