Donald P. Dick Air Conditioning Blog: Posts Tagged ‘energy savings’

Neglect Won’t Increase The Lifespan Of Your Heat Pump, But Routine Maintenance Will

Thursday, October 27th, 2011

Neglect Won't Increase The Lifespan Of Your Heat Pump, But Routine Maintenance WillIf you’re like most Fresno area homeowners, you want to get the most out of your high-efficiency heat pump. After all, it was a huge investment. Unfortunately, many residents of the San Joaquin Valley forget one key element of long-term system efficiency – annual heat pump maintenance.

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What NATE Certification Ensures When You Hire An HVAC Contractor

Thursday, October 6th, 2011

For occasions when homeowners need to hire an HVAC contractor to perform repairs, service or installation, choosing a NATE-certified contractor ensures that you’ll get expert, high-quality work.

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Is Part Of Your House Too Cold? Is Another Part Too Hot? A Zoning System Makes Every Part Just Right

Tuesday, October 4th, 2011

Is Part Of Your House Too Cold? Is Another Part Too Hot? A Zoning System Makes Every Part Just Right Fresno area in CaliforniaIt is fodder for late-night talk show hosts and part of cocktail party banter: it’s the proverbial battle over temperature so common between genders. In addition to individual comfort preferences, and perhaps regardless of gender, your home might have hot and cold zones that occur no matter where the thermostat is set. Zoning systems are a great solution to these problems.

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Let The Energy Star Guide You When You’re Upgrading To High Efficiency

Thursday, September 15th, 2011

Improving your home’s energy efficiency and cutting down your electricity consumption is doubly beneficial. First, it helps you save money on your utility bills. Energy-efficient households tend to pay hundreds or even thousands of dollars less per year in utility costs. Second, you’ll be helping to preserve a greener tomorrow for future generations to enjoy. Given that heating and cooling costs make up more than half of all energy consumption in the average American household, finding ways to cut back consumption in these areas holds tremendous money-saving potential.

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How A Programmable Thermostat Boosts Both Your Home Comfort And Your Energy Savings

Tuesday, September 6th, 2011

The temperature inside your home can have a dramatic effect on comfort levels but it can also play a large role in how much energy your house consumes each month. Upgrading to a programmable thermostat can boost both comfort and savings by keeping temperatures consistent while minimizing usage.

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Did You Know Landscaping Directly Boosts Energy Savings? Don’t Let The Planting Season Pass You By

Thursday, August 11th, 2011

Your landscaping choices can have a big impact on your utility bills. By carefully planning where you plant different varieties of trees and shrubs, you can achieve significant energy savings by reducing your home’s heating and cooling load.

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Will Your A/C Make It Through A Fresno Summer? Some Clues

Wednesday, May 11th, 2011

California residents are savvy, well-rounded people, and they know how to properly care for and maintain HVAC equipment to get the most for their money. But even with the best maintenance plan, there comes a time when your A/C needs replacing.

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