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Your Home Heating Systems Create A Synergistic Effect On Utility Bills

by Greg Leisgang on December 28, 2011

The efficiency of your home heating systems depends on the synergy of multiple components. Your thermostat, your heating source, and your ductwork are three major components of that system.… read more »

Supply Air-Duct Design: Types That Can Accommodate Any Home

by Greg Leisgang on December 26, 2011

When you adjust your thermostat, your heating and cooling system conditions air to meet your temperature needs. That air then travels through your supply air ducts to reach your living space. The efficiency of this process depends heavily on a successful supply air-duct design.… read more »

Furnace Motor Efficiency: What You Need To Know

by Greg Leisgang on December 21, 2011

Furnace motor efficiency greatly contributes to the overall efficiency levels that a furnace can reach. Electronically Commutated Motors (ECMs) are the result of a new generation of technology that has given furnace motor efficiency a big boost over other types of motors.… read more »

Follow These Programmable Thermostat Guidelines, And See Results!

by Greg Leisgang on December 19, 2011

If you have a programmable thermostat, you have an ideal means of saving energy right at your fingertips; the key is simply learning how to program it. With that in mind, we’ve compiled a list of programmable thermostat guidelines designed to help you save money on your energy costs without sacrificing household comfort.… read more »

Steps To Calculate HVAC Return On Investment

by Greg Leisgang on December 14, 2011

Whether you’re talking furnaces, air conditioners or heat pumps, HVAC upgrades should be treated as long-term investments. As such, HVAC return on investment should be a serious consideration in the decision-making process when comparing potential upgrades.… read more »

Giving Your Home's Air Leaks A Second Look? Call In An HVAC Pro If You Find These Problems

by Greg Leisgang on December 12, 2011

These days, homeowners are doing all they can to save money on energy costs. Many start by sealing air leaks in their home’s outer shell. While this type of do-it-yourself home improvement project can certainly promote significant energy savings, there are certain issues that are better left to a professional HVAC technician.… read more »

Increase Home Energy Savings With These Tips

by Greg Leisgang on December 7, 2011

Winter inevitably brings with it higher utility bills. The weather may get cold in Ohio, but that doesn't mean you need to pay a ton of money to heat your home. In addition to professional preventative maintenance to optimize your system's efficiency, there are several simple things you can do to increase the energy savings in your home.… read more »

Tax Credits Expire Soon, So Upgrade Now

by Greg Leisgang on December 5, 2011

If your HVAC system is in need of an upgrade, you may want to consider making a decision on installation before the 2011 tax credits for energy efficiency expire on December 31, 2011.… read more »

Air-Source Heat Pumps Get Efficient Results In Ohio's Climate

by Greg Leisgang on December 1, 2011

Efficiency is no longer an option when it comes home comfort. It’s essential. The economy may be down, but thanks to advancements in comfort technology, such as air-source heat pumps, you don’t have to sacrifice comfort in the name of savings.… read more »