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Selecting a Tankless Water Heater: 4 Factors to Look Into

A traditional tank water heater can hold 50, 80 or more gallons of water, all of which must be kept warm continually, whether you’re using hot water or not. A

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Duct Sealing: 5 Benefits for Your Sacramento Home

Ductwork in most homes is largely hidden. But out of sight doesn’t mean it should be out of mind. Leaky ductwork can cause multiple problems in your Sacramento area home.

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DIY vs. Professional Heat Pump Maintenance: What to Tackle and What to Leave to the Experts

Summer’s right around the corner, and you should be thinking about scheduling your heat pump maintenance if you haven’t already. If you both cool and heat your Sacramento area home

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NATE Certification: The Logo to Look For When You’re Searching for a Professional

Hiring an HVAC contractor doesn’t have to be a guessing game. Founded in 1997, the North American Technician Excellence (NATE) program has provided consumers with a fast, easy and reliable

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Warm Weather’s Coming, So Tackle Do-It-Yourself A/C Maintenance Now

With warmer weather right around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about getting your air conditioner in shape for the coming cooling season.

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Troubleshoot Boiler Problems in 5 Easy Steps

In general, homeowners should not troubleshoot boiler problems, as these systems employ complicated, dangerous components that require the right expertise and training when dealing with them.

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Drive Heat Pump Performance Up: Factors That Influence Balance Point Setting

During the heating season, heat pump performance depends on two factors: the weather and your home’s energy efficiency.

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The Gas-Fired Furnace In Your Sacramento Home: How It Does The Job

Winters tend to be a little milder in California than they are elsewhere, but we certainly need our heating systems here. Many residents have adopted newer technologies, including solar, but

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The Home Energy Audit: Where The Blower Door Test Comes In

Although the Sacramento area can be warm any time of year, the temperature trend is downward this time of year, and you may be looking for ways to make your

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Communicating With Your HVAC Tech: It Helps To Speak The Same Language

When it comes to communicating with your HVAC tech, it helps to have a basic knowledge of how your system works.

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