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Buyer's Guide: Select A Furnace That Meets The Special Heating Demands Of Your Home
by Greg Leisgang on October 27, 2011
When it comes to keeping comfortable in cold weather, no two homes are alike. Some require more energy to keep warm, others not as much. That’s why every furnace must fit its home perfectly. Here’s a simple buyer’s guide that can help you find the perfect new system for your home...… read more »
Dual-Fuel Systems Let You Optimize Heating System Efficiency
by Greg Leisgang on October 25, 2011
Heating/cooling equipment operates at different efficiencies depending on the outdoor air temperature and the fuel source. When the weather is mild, most systems operate more efficiently with electrical power. But for more extreme temperatures, fuel sources like natural gas and oil tend to be more efficient. This is why dual-fuel systems offer significant improvements in energy savings.… read more »
Furnace Filters And Efficiency: Investigate Factors That Influence Savings
by Greg Leisgang on October 21, 2011
Furnace filters are designed to prevent dust and other debris from building up in your furnace. The most basic filters are designed only to protect your equipment, but you can get higher-efficiency filters if you want to improve indoor air quality as well.… read more »
Air Leaks Hinder Efficiency: Put A Plug In Them
by Greg Leisgang on October 19, 2011
Unsealed air leaks force your furnace to work overtime to maintain a constant temperature in your living space. As warm air rises and escapes through the upper levels of your house, cold air is sucked in through cracks and openings on the levels below.… read more »
Geothermal Heating And Cooling System Benefits Will Convince Homeowners To Give Them A Second Look
by Greg Leisgang on October 12, 2011
A discerning and critical eye when searching for solutions to your household energy needs has become more and more of an imperative as the number of options has increased. Many new forms of power have led to big pronouncements as to their efficiency, but what environmentally friendly energy source will truly give you the most benefit over the long-term?… read more »
Using These Three Tips, You Can Impact Indoor Air Quality
by Greg Leisgang on October 10, 2011
The three most important factors, according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), that will improve your indoor air quality are controlling the source, ventilation and cleaning the air.… read more »
Use These Steps For Winterizing Your Air Conditioner
by Greg Leisgang on October 5, 2011
Winter is on the way, and homeowners living in climates like Ohio, where the weather gets cold, should prepare now for those cooler temperatures. Getting your air conditioner ready to do battle with Mother Nature will help breeze through the season without much difficulty.… read more »
Features That Impact Boiler Efficiency
by Greg Leisgang on October 3, 2011
Your boiler can account for a significant percentage of your total household energy costs, so it makes sense that you would want this particular piece of home comfort equipment to operate efficiently.… read more »
Please explain the recent change in energy efficiency regulations for air conditioning equipment.
The new regulations, which went into effect in January 2007, raised the minimum efficiency required for new air conditioning equipment, specifically from 10 SEER to 13 SEER. (The efficiency of central air systems is regulated by the U.S. Department of Energy. Systems are tested and assigned a Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio.).
Manufacturers are no longer making 10-SEER systems. While the regulation is relatively new, we've recommended 13-SEER equipment and higher for years.
