The Right Programmable Thermostat Can Reduce Your Operating Costs While Improving Your Comfort Needs

For years, the only option we had to control the operation of our furnaces was the traditional thermostat. Older thermostats were little more than on-and-off switches; they caused the furnace to come on when indoor temperatures fell below the setting at the thermostat, and then switch off when the temperature got high enough. The temperature swing between coming on and …

An Emergency Furnace Replacement Doesn’t Have To Be An Ordeal — What You Should Know

An unexpected furnace failure can put a heavy strain on your nerves and finances. Once some of the shock and stress wear off, however, you can turn emergency furnace replacement into an opportunity to replace your worn-out heating system with a reliable high-efficiency model that will save you money in the long run. Here some things to consider as you’re …

Adding Insulation To Boost Efficiency? Use This Guide

One of the most effective things you can do to improve the efficiency of your heating and cooling system is to install adequate insulation throughout your house. Use this brief guide to help you decide on the best type of insulation and installation location.

Whole-House Humidifers Improve Comfort, Respiratory Health, And Household Conditions

Dry air is as unavoidable in the winter as cold temperatures. With dry air comes an assortment of undesirable side effects. It can cause damage to your home by cracking plaster and warping floors, wood paneling and even furniture. Worse than that, it contributes to a number of unpleasant physical symptoms for you and your family. It can aggravate medical …

Enhance HVAC Efficiency With A Variable-Speed Blower Motor

The efficiency of your HVAC unit depends in large part on how well and how quickly conditioned air is moved throughout the system. In your furnace or air conditioner, powerful blower motors send heated or cooled air into your home’s ductwork and out to end points at registers and vents all over your home.

Are UV Lights The Answer To Your Indoor Air Quality Issues?

If you have an indoor air-filtration system with a high-efficiency filter, you already have a good first line of defense against airborne contaminants. Filters can remove many of the particles in your home’s air, including dust, pollen, mold, bacteria and viruses. To add a second level of protection against potentially harmful microorganisms in the air you breathe every day, it’s …

Whether Your Air Is Too Humid Or Too Dry, You Have Options For Humidity Control

Humidity control is vital not only for your indoor comfort, but also as a means of protecting your home from structural damage and other potentially serious problems. Air that is too dry can lead to respiratory problems, chapped lips, sore throats and dry skin, while air that is too humid can cause wooden structures and supports to warp or rot, and …

Geothermal Heating And Cooling — Installation Options

There are four basic installation options for the loop systems of geothermal heat pumps, three of which are closed-loop systems. The one you choose will depend on the condition of the soil, land availability and the local cost of installation. Each of these installation options can work for either residential or commercial applications, though some are more feasible than others …