Tag Archives: cooling system

Mini-Split Cooling: Everything That A Heat Pump Offers, And More

By Greg Schillianskey | Published: September 10, 2012

The ductless mini split is no less than an ingenious cooling and heating system. It’s basically an energy-efficient heat pump that can cool and heat any area that doesn’t have

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Keeping Your Cooling System’s Drip Pan Free Of Mold

By Greg Schillianskey | Published: August 21, 2012

Mold is something you never want to spot growing in your home. You’re probably on the lookout for it in your bathrooms, in the basement or anywhere else where moisture

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A Simple Tip That Will Reduce Heat Gain In Your Home — The Secret Lies In Window Treatments

By Greg Schillianskey | Published: July 30, 2012

What is heat gain, and why do you want to reduce it in your home? When it’s hot in Sacramento, you want to keep as much of that heat outside

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Home Air Conditioning Basics: A Guide To Your System’s Inner Workings

By Greg Schillianskey | Published: July 11, 2012

You probably haven’t thought much about how your air conditioner works. But knowing a few home air conditioning basics can go a long way toward helping you select the right features

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Attic Insulation: For More Of What You Need Downstairs, Boost What You Have Upstairs

By Greg Schillianskey | Published: June 25, 2012

When you think of insulation, cool weather might come to mind. After all, insulation keeps the warm air inside and the cold air out. But insulation is just as important

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Schedule Your Annual HVAC Service Check Before You Crank Up Your A/C

By Greg Schillianskey | Published: May 16, 2012

An annual service check should be the first item on your spring to-do list. Your air conditioner sat idle during the winter season, and before you crank it up for

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Are Heating And Cooling Needs Measured By Degree Days? Find Out How To Assess Efficiency

By Greg Schillianskey | Published: September 27, 2011

Every Sacramento homeowner knows that heating and cooling your home can be costly. While you may never before have heard of “degree days,” this is a subject that can help

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Learn To Ask Good Questions When Hiring A Heating And Cooling Contractor

By Greg Schillianskey | Published: September 21, 2011

When it is hot outside and your cooling system needs repair — or it’s freezing and your heating is on the fritz — you may be inclined to hire the quickest

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

By Greg Schillianskey | Published: August 29, 2011

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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Did You Know Californians Can Get Better Performance From Your Cooling System With Ceiling Fans?

By Greg Schillianskey | Published: July 20, 2011

One of the great things about living in Sacramento is the warm weather. Of course, when it gets a little too warm it’s nice to be able to relax in

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