You’re probably ready for the summer so you can get outside and soak up that California sun. This year, enjoy the weather even more by installing a smart programmable thermostat so you can save money while you’re out. Link to this post!
Freon Prices Are Going Up — Can You Afford To Keep That Aging Air Conditioner?
Freon prices are on the rise, and unlike gas prices that fluctuate periodically, the rise in refrigerant prices will be permanent. When the U.S. signed the Montreal Protocol, it brought an end to the production of Freon for any purpose other than replacing the refrigerant in existing equipment. As of 2020, the production of R-22 Read the Rest…
Air Conditioner Sizing: The ABC’s Of Manual J
Choosing a new air conditioner requires careful consideration of the size of your home and how much cooling it needs. The air conditioner must be properly sized—not too big and not too small—and must operate as efficiently and economically as possible. The unit must also be able to meet the “load” of your home, the Read the Rest…
Taking Charge Of Your Energy Bills As The Temperature Rises
If the upcoming heat of summer has you concerned about your energy bills, take some time to lower the cost of cooling your home. You don’t need to spend a lot to rein in your cooling costs, and your efforts will trim your electric bill. Link to this post!
Is Your Ductwork Making Noises? Banging And Clatter Mean Something’s The Matter
Unexpected or unexplained noises in your heating and cooling system can be very unnerving. Ductwork making noises should definitely be taken seriously, as should new or unfamiliar noise anywhere in your HVAC system. However, even serious-sounding noises might have a simple explanation and an easy fix. Link to this post!
Finding A Contractor: 7 Tips To Ensure That You Make The Right Choice
When you hire a contractor for an HVAC job, you want to be sure that the contractor and his employees will follow appropriate health and safety precautions, will not compromise your home security and will do the job right without creating operational hazards with the equipment they’ve installed. Here are seven tips you can use Read the Rest…
Spring And Summer Allergies: Do You Need UV Lights, An Electronic Air Cleaner Or Both?
Many Pasadena residents suffer from spring and summer allergies. UV lights and electronic air cleaners both work to remove allergens from your home’s air. They fight against different types of air pollutants, so you will have the best indoor air quality if you use both types of air purifiers. However, depending on your current air quality Read the Rest…
What The Energy Guide Label And Energy Star Logo Mean To Your Home-Comfort Investment
When you’re selecting a new heating and cooling system, you’ll find that each product you consider has an Energy Guide label. The FTC requires all home-comfort systems to have this label, either on the packaging or the equipment itself. The label indicates how effectively the system heats and cools, so you have an idea of Read the Rest…
Duct Sealing: How You’re Bound To Benefit
In homes with a forced-air heating or cooling system, the ductwork serves as the vital pathway by which conditioned air travels outward from your furnace or air conditioner to all points in your home. Because all of the conditioned air used to keep your home comfortable must travel through the ductwork, there is an ongoing Read the Rest…
