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Our Blog :: Archive » January 2012
Check out our list of posts below. If you would like to know more about any of these topics, or to talk to us directly, please call us at (513) 777-8933 or contact us by email.
Evaluate Duct Efficiency By Improving Insulation And Connections
by Greg Leisgang on January 30, 2012
Your duct system can lose 25 percent or more of the heat and energy created by your heating system, when duct efficiency is compromised by kinks, leaks and poor insulation. You can improve the efficiency of your duct system, and save energy and money, this winter by sealing any leaks in your ductwork, and adding additional insulation to the ducts in areas where there is little or no insulation surrounding the ducts.… read more »
Heat Recovery Ventilators Send Fresh Air Into Your Home
by Greg Leisgang on January 25, 2012
Heat recovery ventilators provide an energy-efficient method of removing stale, polluted air from inside your home and replacing it with fresh air from the outdoors. To understand what makes these units more efficient than traditional ventilation systems, you first need to know a little more about how they work.… read more »
Whole-House Humidifier Benefits Reach Far Beyond Portable Unit Capabilities
by Greg Leisgang on January 23, 2012
One of the simplest ways to increase your indoor comfort this winter in Ohio while lowering your heating bill is to add a whole-house humidifier to your home. If you've used portable humidifiers in the past and were frustrated with how much work they require to fill and clean them, consider adding a central humidifier to your home's forced-air heating equipment. These units connect to your furnace and send measured amounts of water vapor throughout your home.… read more »
Consider Indoor Air Quality Contributions From An Attached Garage
by Greg Leisgang on January 19, 2012
If your home has an attached garage, you could be unknowingly reducing your home's indoor air quality just by parking your car inside of it. And while an attached garage is a major convenience, using it to store vehicles or chemicals could be harmful to your health. Items that you store in a garage that degrade interior air quality include garden chemicals, insecticides, swimming pool chemicals, any kind of fuel-burning equipment and paints or finishes, as these products emit gases that inhibit long-term health.… read more »
Variable-Speed Furnace Blowers Drive Comfort And Savings
by Greg Leisgang on January 17, 2012
If you're looking for a way to increase your home's comfort this winter—without adding to your energy bill—consider variable-speed furnace blowers that use the latest technology to deliver air through your home's ducts. This type of system will improve comfort, indoor air quality, and energy savings.… read more »
Choose UV Lights For Optimal Health During Cold And Flu Season
by Greg Leisgang on January 11, 2012
Winter is here, when the spread of germs between people cooped up indoors leads to flu outbreaks and makes the common cold entirely too common. Prevention is the best medicine, and one of the more effective ways to prevent winter illnesses is to invest in UV lights for your HVAC system.… read more »
Geothermal Heat Pumps' Advanced Technology Means Big Savings -- For You And The Environment
by Greg Leisgang on January 9, 2012
When it comes to efficient heating and cooling, the advanced technology of geothermal heat pumps just can’t be beat. Like an air-source heat pump, geothermal systems move heat instead of creating it by combustion, making them much more energy efficient and environmentally friendly.… read more »
Your Home Heating Load Can Make Or Break Energy Savings
by Greg Leisgang on January 4, 2012
When you hear an HVAC technician refer to your home heating load, they’re basically talking about the amount of heat required to bring your home to your desired level of comfort. If your heating load surpasses the heating capacity of your furnace or heat pump, you’ll likely see increased energy bills and system wear, which can be costly over the long term.… read more »
Furnace Troubleshooting Tips For Greater West Chester Homeowners
by Greg Leisgang on January 2, 2012
No one looks forward to furnace repair. In fact, most homeowners want to try everything they can before calling in an HVAC technician. With that in mind, here are a few furnace troubleshooting tips for Greater West Chester homeowners.… read more »
My gas bill has been getting bigger every year for the last few winters. Is there anything I can do to cut back? I keep my thermostat about as low as I can.
A lot of people are in the same boat as you because natural gas prices, especially in the Midwest, have soared in the last few years. One way we've helped customers cope is with Carrier's Hybrid Heat system. It's a high-efficiency natural gas furnace combined with a high-efficiency electric heat pump. It's often referred to as a "dual fuel" system.
