In many instances, homeowners don’t consider the vital importance of ductwork functionality when addressing heating and cooling concerns. Yet your ductwork is the channel by which all conditioned air flows – which is why hiring a trained technician when designing the duct blueprint is crucial. Designing ductwork properly, along with professional installation, are essential for any HVAC system because your system is only as good as the ducts that carry the conditioned air.
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What Does A Trained Technician Take Into Consideration When Designing Ductwork?
Thursday, December 1st, 20112011 Tax Credits For Energy Efficiency Are Still On The Table, Make Your HVAC Upgrades Today
Tuesday, November 29th, 2011
Have you been putting off making those energy-saving improvements your house needs? Are you looking to reduce your energy bills as well as your carbon footprint by upgrading your heating or cooling system? It’s time to stop thinking and start acting. If you make qualifying upgrades to your home by the end of 2011, you’ll be eligible for credits of up to $500 per product on your 2011 federal tax return.
Mr. Cool’s Super Savers Program
Thursday, November 3rd, 2011
Just because your heating and cooling system is out of sight, doesn’t mean it should be out of mind. To get the most from your systems in terms of comfort and energy efficiency, annual maintenance is a must. Not only that, but by having a trained technician evaluate your systems annually, you can prevent unnecessary damage, avoid costly repairs and extend the overall life of your systems.
Energy-Recovery Ventilation: Exactly What Your Well-Insulated House Needs
Tuesday, September 27th, 2011Ventilation systems are ideal for homes that require a mechanical system to provide fresh air. In general, most ventilation systems provide an equal amount of supply air to return air, giving old, stale air a way out of the house and providing a means for fresh air to come in. Energy Recovery Ventilators (ERVs) offer a balanced supply of return air, while increasing energy efficiency.
Top Reasons Why You Should Choose Energy Star Products
Tuesday, August 9th, 2011The federal Energy Star program was created to help consumers make more responsible appliance choices by offering them a quick and easy way to identify products which offer superior energy efficiency. There are specific requirements appliances must meet in order to earn the Energy Star seal, including:
Your Home’s Energy Efficiency Counts
Tuesday, August 2nd, 2011Energy efficiency is a prime buzz phrase in the marketplace today, extending to areas such as automobiles, light bulbs, heating and cooling systems and many other aspects of daily living. It’s no secret that individuals, organizations and governments are keen on increasing the energy efficiency of their systems, and in the U.S., there is a big push to come up with alternative forms of energy that will help the nation shed its dependence on foreign oil. Energy efficiency is good for the environment, good for the economy and definitely good for those wanting to save money in their monthly budget.
Ready For a Solar Home? Learn the Benefits of Micro-Inverters
Thursday, June 2nd, 2011Summer’s coming, and with it will come high air conditioning bills. Air conditioning costs are the enemy of homeowners everywhere, but there is a way to recoup that money. Building a solar-powered home can make a huge difference in your energy bills, and with Fresno’s sunshine, you’ll be saving money even in bright winter months. In addition, you can get a 30 percent tax credit for your energy efficiency.
Generous Tax Credits Make It a Good Year For Solar Panels
Monday, May 9th, 2011Green energy alternatives are everywhere. More electric and hybrid cars are on the road; composting and recycling are required in many cities; and the HVAC world has not been untouched. Homeowners now use geothermal heat pumps and wind turbines as energy sources. As well, solar panels continue to rise in popularity, particularly in the greater Fresno area and San Joaquin Valley.