People will give you energy saving advice every time you turn around — seal air leaks, replace your windows, adjust your thermostat — but the best way to determine how you can save the most energy is with a professional energy audit. Every Metro-East home is unique, and no quick solution will work for everyone. […]
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Upgrading your furnace is an investment. Not only does your family depend on that furnace to stay comfortable in winter, but the quality of your furnace can also add to your house’s value. How do you know what features to choose when upgrading your furnace? If you choose energy-efficient features, you get a more comfortable home
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Proper insulation of your home provides both comfort and significant savings in energy costs. For maximum energy efficiency in your home, boost your insulation in these four critical areas. Attic An improperly insulated attic can suck heat from your living spaces in winter, and radiate it downward in the summer, putting an extra load on your
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If you’re concerned about air quality in your home, particularly if any of your family suffers from airborne allergies or respiratory issues, you may wonder if your HVAC system’s ducts need to be cleaned. A lot of heating and cooling businesses offer routine duct-cleaning services, though some unscrupulous companies will overstate the necessity of cleaning
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A furnace is a major household expense, and unfortunately, it’s an expense that few people factor into their budgets. However, as the Midwest air begins to chill, the idea of paying heating costs with your old, inefficient furnace can be just as scary as the thought of investing in a new unit. The good news
Now that summer is over, it’s time to make an appointment for your fall furnace maintenance. With the heating season starting soon, you’ll want to be sure that your system is ready for whatever Mother Nature will dish out this winter in the Metro-East. Preventive maintenance now on your heating system will help to ensure the
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It’s a fact that ceiling fans will help cool off your home in the warmer months, but did you know that they can also help keep you warm during the winter? Using ceiling fans in conjunction with your heating and air conditioning systems will help keep your house comfortable and your energy bills low. Adjusting
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Fall is here, and soon we will be switching on our furnaces to get us through the cold winter months. There’s no time like the present to start preparing for using your furnace. In addition to scheduling your heating system’s annual preventive maintenance, checking your CO (carbon monoxide) detectors should be at the top of your
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Shopping for new appliances can be a little overwhelming — especially if you have little or no prior knowledge and haven’t had time to do research. While you can always ask a home comfort specialist to clarify terms and explain product differences, it’s important to learn how to compare different options yourself. Of course, one
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It can be an intimidating process when researching new heating or cooling equipment for your home or when speaking to an HVAC contractor, if you’re not familiar with the terminology. We’ve provided a short glossary of terms to help you feel more confident when discussing heating and cooling systems with an HVAC contractor. AFUE stands
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