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Solar energy has been the frontier of green living with many homeowners installing solar panels to provide electricity for their appliances as well as for lighting and heating. The effectiveness of a solar panel system will depend on a number of factors including your exposure to the sun, where you live, the much you pay …

Humidity issues is an age old problem that has bedeviled homeowners time and time again. While some of them seem to have found a way to manage it, others are still lost in the dark. While high performing AC units are certainly one of the ways to put this problem under control and boost efficiency, …

Central ACs are designed to cool your home continually to the desired temperature level. The coolants used are meant to last the full lifespan of the AC. However, this may not be the case because of instances of wear and tear, accidental damage, contaminants as well as other issues that may spring up. In these …

High performance glass units can offer superior thermal resistance and give you outstanding ultraviolet light control. This is very important because it reduces energy use, improves comfort, and reduces the need for a bigger HVAC system. Most homes today are faced with the problem of having to install large HVAC systems so that their homes …

When homeowners run their AC systems, one of their greatest nightmares is the magnitude of the energy bills they are set to receive at the end of the billing period. Depending on the activity of the AC and the season in which it is operating, energy bills can spike up thereby making your finances suffer …

The demand for ceiling fans has risen significantly for the past few years as homeowners discover the cooling and energy-saving benefits of these devices. Before people discovered the relationship between the functionality of ceiling fans and the reduction in cooling costs, very few people paid attention or even went ahead and installed ceiling fans. To …

Mold in your HVAC system can lead to serious health problems including asthma, pneumonia and bronchitis as well as lowering the efficiency of your unit. Preventing mold growth in your system is therefore important to ensure healthy and quality indoor environment, and efficiency in running your heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment. The first step …

Air leakage in your home can account for over 30% of your cooling and heating costs. In addition, it can lead to entry of pollutants, rodents and insects in your indoor environment which can have health implications to your family. Sealing these leaks is one of the most cost effective ways of saving money on …

Air duct cleaning is a crucial process but many homeowners are mixed up as to whether they should have their ductwork cleaned or it does not add value at all. One of the most authoritative sources on duct cleaning is the Environmental Protection Agency and the National Air Duct Cleaners Association. According to EPA, duct …