Having the kids home for summer can be a lot of fun, but it also means that you have to run the A/C quite a bit to keep the house cool when the house is occupied every day. However, when the kids hit the books again and head to class each day, there are some ways you can take advantage and …
What To Keep In Mind While Considering A Zoning System
If you’re searching for a new way to put a substantial dent in your monthly heating and cooling bills, you should consider installation of a zoning system in your Kansas City area home. Separating your home into discrete climate zones with independent temperature control will allow you to save money on energy while giving your home’s occupants control over comfort …
Reverse Ceiling Fan Direction For Ultimate Springtime Comfort
Ceiling fans can be an important ally in your efforts to stay cool while saving energy on hot summer days. Pair a ceiling fan with your air conditioning and a nice cold drink, and you’ve got an effective way to beat the summertime heat. In the spring, using ceiling fans can delay the point at which you kick on the A/C …
WiFi Thermostats: Here Are Some of the Brilliant Things They Can Do
Thermostats have long been relied upon to control the temperature in homes, buildings and other areas where they’re needed. When the heating and cooling industry introduced the programmable thermostat it was thought to be a life changing invention. But thanks to new technological advancements in the field, the all-mighty thermostat has evolved to even greater heights. The WiFi thermostat includes …
9 Ways to Get Your Kansas City Home to Be Much More Energy Efficient
Whether you’re tired of paying over-inflated energy bills, or have resolved to become more environmentally responsible, it’s good to know the steps you can take to achieve a more energy-efficient home. Here are nine of them to get you started:
The Thermal Expansion Valve: A Feature You’re Sure to Want Installed With Your Next A/C
Did you know that air conditioning accounts for about half of your summer electricity bills? If you’ve ever documented the spike in utility costs during the cooling season, this should come as no surprise.
Going With a Solar Installation: Is Your Kansas City Home an Ideal Candidate?
A solar installation in your Kansas City area home, while requiring a relatively high initial investment, can bring eco-friendly and economical energy to your home, with long-term benefits in both energy savings and comfort.
3 Ways To Boost Home HVAC Performance And Energy Savings
Whether it’s summer or winter, it’s important to have a smoothly operating cooling and heating system. It’s also important to save energy, and make sure that HVAC system is operating at peak performance. Even if you have an energy-efficient system, it might still be wasting energy if you’re not using it correctly. Fortunately, there are a few things you can …
3 Ways To Boost Home HVAC Performance And Energy Savings
Whether it’s summer or winter, it’s important to have a smoothly operating cooling and heating system. It’s also important to save energy, and make sure that HVAC system is operating at peak performance. Even if you have an energy-efficient system, it might still be wasting energy if you’re not using it correctly. Fortunately, there are a few things you can …
Lower Your Cooling Load For Leaner Utility Bills
Summers in Kansas City can be long, hot and humid, but lowering your cooling load can take the sting out of high electric bills. The cooling load refers to how much heat your cooling system has to remove from your home in order to reach the temperature at which you’re comfortable. When you seal the air leaks, add insulation, take …