Water heaters use a lot of energy, and can account for up to 10 percent of your total energy bill. However, the sun provides heat for free, and we get plenty of it here in the San Joaquin Valley. Solar water heaters can keep water hot for much less than the price of conventional models. If you’re tired of paying large energy bills, then ask yourself if your home is a good fit for a solar water heater.
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Is Your Home A Good Fit For A Solar Water Heater?
Thursday, October 11th, 2012Cooler Weather Ahead — Schedule A Furnace Tuneup
Tuesday, October 9th, 2012
Whether you’re ready to admit it or not, cool weather is just around the corner. The end of summer means its time to schedule a fall furnace tuneup. Why is a tune-up necessary? Preventative maintenance for your HVAC system ensures equipment is functioning properly, and can detect problems before they become disasters.
Why NATE-Certified Technicians Are Reliable Pros
Thursday, September 20th, 2012
These days, we’re all looking for ways to save money around the home. However, reducing your household expenses should never compromise the quality of your choices – especially when it comes to your home comfort needs. That’s why when you’re searching for an HVAC professional to service your system, you should only accept assistance from NATE-certified technicians – even if that means spending a little extra.
Understanding The Pros: HVAC Terms Defined
Tuesday, September 18th, 2012
In order to select the right HVAC system for your home, locate the best professionals to service your system and recognize when your unit may need repairs, it’s important to understand a few basic HVAC terms. Consider the following HVAC terms to gain a better appreciation of your system needs: The Importance Of Zoning System Design
Thursday, September 13th, 2012
Setting one thermostat temperature for an entire home isn’t going to cut it, especially if you live in a larger or multiple-story home. You’ve probably noticed that certain areas of your home are always warmer or cooler than the rest. Luckily, a zoning system design is a fairly simple solution to most home heating and cooling inconsistencies.
Energy Savings Tips That Are More Fiction Than Fact
Tuesday, September 11th, 2012
From a very young age, we’re told not to believe everything we hear – but, somehow, we still end up believing most of what we see on the news and read about online without taking time to investigate further. When it comes to energy savings, believing all of those great “money saving tips” without doing your own research can actually hit you right where it hurts – in the wallet. Here are a few common misconceptions about home energy savings:
Tips To Stay Safe When Severe Weather Strikes
Thursday, September 6th, 2012Here in the San Joaquin Valley, we’re well accustomed to warm and sunny conditions all year round. While the favorable climate is one of the primary reasons so many folks move to the Golden State, it can also put citizens at a slight disadvantage. Thanks to so many blue, sunny afternoons, we sometimes forget to worry about the severe thunderstorms that can strike our area. Here are a few helpful tips for staying safe when inclement weather strikes:
Wise Consumers Know The Meaning Of Yellow EnergyGuide Labels
Tuesday, September 4th, 2012
One of the most difficult things about being a consumer in today’s market is knowing where to go for the right information, and the EnergyGuide label is a perfect source for this information. As a homeowner, purchasing a new appliance for your home – such as an HVAC system – is about more than just locating the right price. It’s also about quality and savings over the course of the product’s lifetime.
Tips To Help Reduce Air Conditioner Noise
Thursday, August 30th, 2012
Sometimes you can tune it out, but it always creeps up at the most inopportune times – like the moment you settle onto the sofa with a good book or just as you begin to drift off to sleep. Suddenly it starts, and no matter how hard you try to ignore its churning, clanking, humming and buzzing, your air conditioner’s irritating jumble of sounds is as close to pure torture as you can imagine. Luckily, there are a few ways to quiet air conditioner noise.
How To Let Your Landscaping Provide Energy Savings
Tuesday, August 28th, 2012
When it comes to keeping their homes energy efficient, people generally consider installing better insulation, replacing old doors or windows, laying down weatherstripping, buying an attic fan or investing in an Energy Star certified heating and cooling system. While all of these options are effective in both lowering utility bills and reducing energy consumption, there’s another option very few people consider – landscaping.