Monthly Archives: February 2012

An Easy Guide To Ductwork Insulation

Are you hoping to increase your home’s energy efficiency? One of the most straightforward options is to add ductwork insulation where the ducts run through unconditioned spaces. These spaces include

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Geothermal Heating And Cooling System: Fast Facts That Give Homeowners An Edge

A geothermal heating and cooling system is one of the most efficient systems available to homeowners, outperforming even solar-powered HVAC equipment.

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MERV Air Filters: Picking The One That’s Best For Furnace Efficiency And Family Health

You probably don’t give much thought to the kind of air filters you should use in your furnace. However, picking the right one is important for your family’s health and

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Home Performance Evaluation Gives Homeowners Targeted, Valuable Information To Increase Whole-House Efficiency

A home performance evaluation can give you access to unique information about your home, the results of which will identify key areas that allow energy to escape.

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Ductwork Noise: When There’s Banging And Clatter, Something’s The Matter

Do you hear strange banging, scraping, squeaking and clattering when your heating system is in use? These odd sounds may be ductwork noise.

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Water Heating Costs: 9 Ways to Plug the Drain on Your Pocketbook

Water heating costs are often overlooked as an area to save money.  Making small adjustments can add up to big savings for you, and reducing water consumption helps everyone. Here

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Online Furnace Replacement: What Looks Like A Deal Could Wind Up Costing You

Nowadays, you can find just about anything for a cheap price online. Unfortunately, turning to online shopping when it’s time to find a furnace replacement is not always the best

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Radiant Heat: Aesthetics And Efficiency In One Tidy Package

Radiant heat systems warm a room by heating a surface of the room, usually the floors. They heat a home’s floors with electric cables or water-filled tubing beneath the surface

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Anatomy Of A Heat Pump: How It All Works Together

Heat pumps work like a refrigerator to move heat from one space to another. In the winter, heat pumps collect heat from outside to warm your home. In the summer,

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