Monthly Archives: February 2012

Forgot Your Furnace Checkup? Schedule Maintenance Now

By Bill Logan | Published: February 28, 2012

Winter is well under way, but if you forgot your furnace checkup, it’s not too late to have it done. A well-maintained HVAC system can be relied on to provide

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Preparing For A Loss Of Power And Heat

By Bill Logan | Published: February 23, 2012

When severe weather blasts across the landscape, it often takes your electrical power and heat with it. Plunging temperatures, inoperative furnaces and appliances, and inability to travel can make a

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Improve Household Comfort — Reduce Dust Buildup

By Bill Logan | Published: February 21, 2012

When dust builds up in your home, it’s not only unsightly, but could also cause or aggravate health problems. Airborne dust can be inhaled, which can irritate respiratory passages, aggravate

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How You Can Save Energy And Eliminate Static Electricity

By Bill Logan | Published: February 16, 2012

When your home’s indoor air is too dry, as it often is during the winter, it can make you feel colder than the actual temperature around you. This occurs because

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Tankless Water Heaters — Sizing For Success

By Bill Logan | Published: February 14, 2012

Tankless water heaters provide an energy-efficient, money-saving source of hot water for your various household needs. Rather than heating water and storing it in a tank, these appliances use a

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Understanding Heat Pumps — Three Key Components

By Bill Logan | Published: February 9, 2012

A heat pump offers homeowners noticeable benefits in fuel efficiency, home comfort levels and savings on heating costs. Heat pumps do not burn fuel such as oil, natural gas or

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If Your Furnace Gets The Red Tag, Replacement Is The Next Step

By Bill Logan | Published: February 7, 2012

When you hire your local HVAC professionals to inspect your furnace, you trust them to make sure your heating system is working efficiently and safely. An unexpected result of this

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Why Buying HVAC Equipment Online May Not Be The Best Idea

By Bill Logan | Published: February 2, 2012

When searching for a new furnace or other HVAC equipment, it may be tempting to look online for a better bargain. However, when it comes to important home equipment such

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