Monthly Archives: January 2012

Neglected Heat Pump Maintenance This Season? It’s Never To Late To Call A Professional

Having heat pump maintenance performed is the only way to make sure your heating system is operating at maximum efficiency this winter. It will protect you from unexpected breakdowns while

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Whole-House Dehumidifiers Can Alleviate Moisture-Related Problems In Your Household

Central heating and air conditioning can be coupled with whole-house dehumidifiers to provide moisture control when you need it most. While you may choose to run a humidifier during the

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Air-Source Heat Pumps — Why Are They So Efficient?

When installed and operated correctly, air-source heat pumps have the ability to deliver up to three times more heat than the electricity they consume to generate that heat. If a

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The Benefits Of Preventive Furnace Maintenance

It’s a fact of life that the squeaky wheel usually gets the grease, but even if your furnace is not making high-pitched squealing or low-pitched rumbling noises — almost always

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Purchasing A High-Efficiency Furnace Upgrade? Consider The Lifetime Costs

If you’re in the market for a furnace replacement, you would be wise to consider going with a high-efficiency furnace. These more advanced units cost more initially, but they cause

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Why Carbon Monoxide Detectors Should Be The Rule, Not The Exception

With winter coming soon, it’s vital that you have equipped your home appropriately with carbon monoxide detectors. Carbon monoxide (CO) is a very serious threat to any home and you

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Furnace Filter Maintenance — A Simple Means Of Improving Furnace Efficiency

Furnace filter maintenance is an easy, low-cost way to guarantee that your furnace system operates efficiently, and it will increase the quality of the air inside your home. It’s simple:

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Heating Efficiency Requires The Efficient Use And Care Of Your Furnace, Thermostat And Ductwork

In order for heating efficiency to reach optimal levels, it’s important that homeowners understand how systems in the home work together to create ideal conditions within which a furnace can

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Reducing Your Heating Load Can Increase The Efficiency Of Your Furnace

While upgrading to a new furnace system is the best way to increase efficiency and energy savings, it’s not the only way to do so. Whether you’re in the market

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