Monthly Archives: July 2010

The Whole-House Approach to HVAC Systems

Many of our customers come to us because they’re building a new home.  New construction gives homeowners a unique opportunity to design their HVAC systems from scratch, with future energy-efficiency

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Got a Pool? Heat it the Smart Way

Pool owners know how expensive it can be to keep their pool water at a comfortable temperature.  The good news is, there’s a smart, efficient way to do it that

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How Air Cleaners Improve Indoor Air Quality

Although they may seem like a new innovation, air purifiers have been around for many years.  While early efforts were little more than masks that filtered out large particles, today’s

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2-Stage Air Conditioners Offer Efficient Comfort

Two-stage air conditioners offer a more efficient, energy-saving way to cool your home.  Two-stage cooling means that the air conditioner or heat pump has a compressor with two levels of

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Calculating your Electricity Use

There are several reasons why you might want to calculate your home electricity use.  Reducing consumption starts with knowing how much you’re using, which appliances are the biggest draw and

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4 Ways to Reduce your Electricity Use

There’s a lot of emphasis being placed these days on “energy-efficiency”.  In fact, we talk about it all the time in our blogs.   Being energy efficient means lower energy bills

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Reducing Mold with UV Light

Mold growth in HVAC systems is a main contributor to poor indoor air quality.  Mold spores are present in nature and in the home, and most often establish themselves in

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NATE Certification Ensures Quality Service

When choosing a heating and cooling contractor, one of the first things that you should look at is their qualifications.  Your contractor should be fully licensed and have experience, and

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