An A/C replacement is a big expense that you should carefully consider. When the circumstances are right, the new cooling system will serve as an investment that can help you save on your energy bills, make your home feel more comfortable, and improve the quality of indoor air.
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Four Pointers for A/C Replacement
Tuesday, August 19th, 2014How to Lower Heat Gain in Your Home
Thursday, August 14th, 2014Sweltering summer heat is no stranger to Fresno residents. Heat gain can heat up the house unnecessarily, making your air conditioner work harder. By using practices that reduce the amount of heat that accumulates inside your home, you’ll enjoy lower energy bills and temperatures that feel comfortable throughout the summer.
Hide the A/C With Landscaping
Tuesday, August 12th, 2014
The outside component of your home’s split-system central air conditioner is an essential element of the HVAC system. However, it isn’t exactly the most attractive looking thing in your backyard, and if you’ve spent a great deal of time, money and effort to make your outdoor area look good, the compressor/condenser might seem like a real eyesore. Luckily, there are some effective ways that you can hide the A/C from view, using different landscaping ideas.
Indoor Air Pollutants and the Cleaning Technologies That Will Fight Them
Thursday, August 7th, 2014
A typical home has more indoor air pollutants than most people realize. The tiniest airborne particulates can threaten health and indoor air quality in general, and they need to be controlled. Luckily, a variety of effective air-cleaning technologies are available that can help combat airborne pollutants.
Two-Stage Cooling: What’s It All About?
Tuesday, August 5th, 2014
If your air conditioner is more than 10 years old, it may be time to consider replacing it. Models on the market today are much more energy efficient than anything available a decade ago. One of the things to look for in a new, efficient air conditioner is a model with two-stage cooling. Two-stage cooling allows the A/C to adapt to your temperature demands with some flexibility, which means more efficient (and cheaper) cooling.
How Dryer Vent Cleaning Can Improve Your IAQ
Thursday, July 31st, 2014
The dryer vent in your Fresno area home could be clogged with lint at this very moment and you wouldn’t even know it. Most homeowners will clean the lint trap of their dryer but then overlook the entire vent system. This could be a costly and potentially damaging mistake. Thankfully, professional vent cleaning can provide many benefits for your home including:
Think the A/C Needs Replacement? Know the Signs
Tuesday, July 29th, 2014
Making the choice to replace your air conditioner (A/C) isn’t always an easy or obvious one. If you wait too long, it might break down in the middle of the scorching summer day, leaving you defenseless against the heat. Here are some ways to tell if your A/C needs replacement. Ventilation Fans: A Low-Cost Cooling Solution
Thursday, July 24th, 2014
With the San Joaquin Valley summer blazing away outside, you probably spend ample time considering ways to stay cool in your home. To many people, that means cranking up the air conditioning. Modern air conditioning provides efficient cooling, but often comes with a high energy price tag. Don’t forget the power and economy of a few good ventilation fans while you’re looking to stretch those cooling dollars. Adding ventilation fans to the mix creates a more efficient, money-saving, whole-house solution.
Shopping for a CO Monitor: Features to Consider
Tuesday, July 22nd, 2014
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a byproduct of the incomplete burning of common fuels, including the natural gas, propane, oil, coal and wood used in everyday home appliances and HVAC equipment. Exposure to carbon monoxide can cause serious health impacts, including death. Because CO is tasteless, odorless and colorless, your home should have at least one CO monitor – and preferably more – to keep you and your family safe from carbon monoxide poisoning.
Summertime Energy-Saving Myths: Take Care They Don’t Cost You
Thursday, July 17th, 2014
A lot of summertime energy-saving myths are floating around that homeowners employ in an attempt to reduce costly electric bills. Unfortunately, a lot of the things people do simply don’t work, and could even be costing them more. Learn which myths to avoid so you can cool your home properly this summer.