Winter is quickly approaching here in the Edwardsville area, and that means it’s almost time for your furnace to go back to work. While it’s always best to have a professional check out your system before the cold months arrive, you should know some simple troubleshooting tips in case you start having furnace problems. The […]
Zoning systems are an energy-efficient alternative to the standard method of using a single thermostat to control the temperature throughout your entire house. They not only give you enhanced control over the comfort you enjoy in each part of your home; they let you save money on your energy expenses while keeping everyone in your
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Designing and implementing an efficient ductwork system has many benefits. Similar to cleaning your ducts, proper ductwork design will save you money on your energy bills and increase the overall comfort of your home for you and your family. The health benefits to having a well designed duct system should not be understated either; minimizing the
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If you have noticed that your energy costs have been steadily rising, you should have an energy evaluation performed so that you can identify the source of the problem and fix it. With winter arriving in a few months, you will begin to use your heating equipment more and more, making it even more important
When any of your HVAC equipment fails to perform in the middle of the night, you might not be able to wait for morning to get service. Whether it is steaming hot outside or quite chilly, doing without air conditioning or heating could cause hosts of other problems and discomfort for your family. If you
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Your heat pump is the main source of refreshing air in your home. Your pump won’t last forever, but having routine heat-pump maintenance performed at least once a year will keep it going longer. In the Edwardsville, Illinois area when the weather doesn’t allow for fresh air, relying on your heat pump is a necessity. The filter in
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Before winter arrives in the Metro-East area, you want to make sure your home is as energy-efficient as possible. This will help you stay warm in your house while also keeping your heating costs minimized. One of the best ways to do this is to add cost-effective insulation throughout your house. Insulation can be installed
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We’re fast approaching home heating season here in the Edwardsville area. If your house never seems to get warm or your heating bills seem too high, it may be time to consider a furnace upgrade. New furnaces carry a high upfront cost, but when you replace an old model with a new, high efficiency (HE) model, you’ll
Though they aren’t often considered a major player in the efficiency of your heating system, furnace filters actually play an important role and should not be neglected. Neglecting them can lead to higher heating costs and less comfort for you and your family. Changing your filters regularly is highly important. When they become oversaturated with
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Carbon monoxide detectors are the only way to protect your family from this odorless and potentially deadly gas. These devices become even more vital in the winter because you are using your fireplace, furnace, water heater or whatever other heating equipment you use more and more. If you do not yet have carbon monoxide detectors in
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