Tag Archives: energy bills

Follow These Investments To Long-Term Energy Savings

By Theo Etzel | Published: October 16, 2012

If you’re looking to achieve long-term energy savings in your home, there are a few investments you can make today that will allow you to enjoy lower utility bills for

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Beware Of Energy Vampires In Your Home

By Theo Etzel | Published: October 4, 2012

Energy vampires don’t only come out at night. They’re sucking the electrical juice in your home 24/7, whether you know it or not. An energy vampire is any one of

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Need To Lower Heat Gain In Your Home? Window Treatments Are One Effective Solution

By Theo Etzel | Published: October 2, 2012

If you’re thinking about ways to lower heat gain in your home, looking at your windows is a good start.

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Why A Zoning System Might Be A Great Fit For Your Home

By Theo Etzel | Published: September 24, 2012

 A zoning system resolves a longstanding problem in many homes.

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One Unique Heating Solution For Your Pool And Spa

By Theo Etzel | Published: September 12, 2012

Living in Florida means enjoying the sunshine. If you have a swimming pool, your family probably spends a lot of time in it. Unfortunately, keeping a backyard pool or spa

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Easing Your Home Cooling Load Will Lower Your Energy Bills

By Theo Etzel | Published: August 23, 2012

Even in Florida, where you’re used to running your air conditioner much of the time, it’s easy to get upset when the electric bill arrives. If you’re like most other

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Save Energy Dollars By Reducing Your Heating And Cooling Load

By Theo Etzel | Published: March 14, 2012

If you want to reduce your home’s cooling and heating load — basically, the amount of heat that must be removed or added to your home to make it comfortable

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Is It Time To Replace An HVAC System? 6 Tips To Help You Decide

By Theo Etzel | Published: February 9, 2012

Much like buying a new car or upgrading a large appliance, you want to be sure you have received the most from your existing equipment before you make a major

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Duct Sizing Is Just As Important To Your Comfort As Your Cooling And Heating System Itself

By Theo Etzel | Published: April 19, 2011

Try blowing out a lighted candle from three feet away with a straw. Then try to blow out the candle as you normally would, with pursed lips. The first method

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Repair or Replace Dilemma? Facts about Your A/C’s Lifespan

By Theo Etzel | Published: February 23, 2011

When HVAC problems start to arise, many homeowners struggle with the question of whether to repair or replace their systems. It’s a difficult and complex question to answer, and it

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