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Air Cleaners Can Improve Indoor Air Quality, And Help Control Breathing Ailments

No homeowner wants to think that a home’s indoor air is harmful to health and well-being. The reality, however, is that indoor air can be full of particles and contaminants that can trigger or exacerbate an array of ailments. The Environmental Protection Agency cites indoor air pollution as one of the top environmental risks to your […]

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25C Tax Credits: Available Through 2013

The 25C federal energy-efficiency tax credits that expired at the end of 2011 have been resurrected. If you’re shopping for a high-efficiency HVAC system upgrade, inform yourself about which systems, equipment and products are eligible, the tax credit amount and more. Qualifications for 25C tax credits The federal tax credit is available for eligible homeowners

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What That Crack In Your Heat Exchanger Means

A heat exchanger is the metal component in a furnace that allows for heat transfer. In essence, it separates the airstream from the fire. If it’s cracked, it may allow potentially lethal carbon monoxide (CO) and other combustion by-products into your home’s airstream. A cracked heat exchanger also likely will greatly reduce the efficiency of

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Get The Upper Hand With Harmful Static Electricity

You may notice that during the winter months, annoying and painful static electricity is common in your home. This is because cold winter air tends to hold less moisture, and home heating equipment dries it out even more. This creates a perfect environment for static shocks. Thankfully, static electricity – while delivering a mild shock – is

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Condensing Furnaces: Why They Are Different

Shrewd homeowners expecting top-notch performance and great fuel efficiency from their furnaces are sure to be pleased with the high-efficiency components that separate condensing furnaces from the rest of the field. What separates condensing furnaces? Condensing furnaces are high-efficiency furnaces with a secondary heat exchanger that condenses hot exhaust gases in order to extract the

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Hot Water Not So Hot? Tips For Upping Your Water Heater’s Performance

Few inconveniences are more aggravating than running out of water in the middle of a shower, or constant strategizing to ensure that every appliance that needs hot water actually gets it. A sure way to avoid these types of situations is to improve the performance of your water heater. Fortunately, a variety of simple tips can

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Whole-House Humidification Can Help Remedy Flu

Many medical experts claim that because influenza and other viruses thrive in low humidity, you can keep colds, flus and respiratory infections at bay by increasing your home’s humidity. In fact, a Mayo Clinic study found that dry environments contribute to the spread of influenza. This is why whole-house humidification can be an effective good-health strategy for

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Considering Solar Energy? Pros And Cons For The Metro-East Homeowner

Solar (or photovoltaic) panels installed in your home can offer you freedom from high electricity bills, reliable energy for your Metro-East home, and a positive effect on the environment, among other benefits. Before you proceed with a solar installation, take the time to thoroughly research the pros and cons of a solar-powered system. Pros of

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Furnace Efficiency: Look For These Features In Your Replacement

For homeowners looking to increase furnace efficiency, selecting certain features offers significant return on investment, leading to lower energy bills and more. If you’re set to upgrade the furnace in your Metro-East home, consider these features commonly utilized in high-efficiency furnaces to attain an Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE) of 90 percent or higher. Two-stage gas

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Air Purifiers: How They Combat Bad Air In Your Metro-East Home

Improving indoor air quality is possible, especially if you work with an expert to carefully evaluate air purifiers, choosing a system with the right technology to attack contaminants that exist in your indoor air. Therefore, it’s important to know what pollutants may lead to bad air, and which contaminants, if any, may be causing respiratory

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