2011 was one of the hottest summers on record for the U.S. The Kansas City area was no exception, as our people, produce, and plants suffered through the heat. As a result, summer energy bills also skyrocketed, a circumstance that has many homeowners considering an air conditioner upgrade to keep that from happening again.
A/C Breakdown? 3 Factors That Determine Whether You Should Repair Or Replace
Are you experiencing an A/C breakdown – again? If you can’t decide whether you should repair or replace your air conditioner, consider the following three factors when making your choice.
Sealing Household Air Leaks Can Put A Significant Dent In Your Energy Costs
When your costly conditioned air leaks out of your home, or the hot summer air (or cold winter air) seeps in, it can add substantially to your cooling and heating costs. Fortunately, sealing household air leaks is a project that typically doesn’t require a HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) professional. In fact, you probably can do it yourself, rather inexpensively, …
Your Air Conditioner Should Be Serviced Annually
Now that hot weather is upon us, you probably don’t need much of a reminder about the importance of a properly functioning air conditioner. Annual service is the only way to be sure your system will work efficiently when you need it the most. A professional technician has the experience and technology to clean and inspect your system for possible problems, …
Have Your Dusty Air Conditioner Professionally Cleaned
Filters keep dust from circulating into your home through your air conditioning unit, which is one of the reasons why manufacturers recommend changing filters regularly. Over time though, even with your diligence in changing filters, dust can collect around the unit and its electronic components, causing the system to become sluggish, less efficient and use more energy to operate.
Can Solar Energy Heat And Cool Your Home?
For those who heat and cool using electricity, it often proves to be the largest percentage of their electricity bill. For this reason, many people are looking to solar energy to help reduce this ongoing expense. By supplying the some of power for a heat pump, solar energy can be used to supplement both the heating and cooing of your home. However, …
Problems With Mold? Focus On These 5 Factors
Mold is one of the most common causes of indoor allergies. It can lead to asthma attacks, respiratory problems and other allergic reactions. Mold can’t exist without moisture, so you can effectively clear out your problems with mold by controlling moisture in your home. If you are experiencing problems with mold, here are five moisture control tips you should focus …
Smart Thermostat Technology Takes Comfort Control To The Next Level
It’s time to consider replacing your thermostat if it is more than 5 years old. The thermostat is a crucial and intregal part of your heating and cooling operation. Old non digital thermostats are obsolete and most contain mercury to turn on and off your heating and cooling system. Today’s smart thermostats, also known as interactive thermostats, do most of the …
Is This The Year You Should Replace Your Furnace? Do The Math
If you answer yes to two or more of the following questions, you may need to explore replacing your existing heat and cooling system:
Maintenance: What You Can Do, And What You Should Leave To The Pros
When it comes to taking care of your HVAC system, some steps can easily be performed by homeowners, while others should be left to the professionals. While most heating and cooling systems don’t require very much maintenance beyond twice-annual professional check-ups, there are still tasks every homeowner can do to keep their equipment functioning properly and efficiently. For advanced tasks, …