2015

Pros And Cons Of The Different Types Of Baseboard Heaters

Central heating systems are a blessing during the winter months, but even the most efficient system can fail to reach certain areas of the home sufficiently. That is where baseboard heaters can help. The heaters are installed along the floor to provide heating in hard to reach places such as basements, drafty bedrooms, or a built-on room that wasn't connected to the central heat directly. There are two primary types of baseboard heaters: convection and hydronic. Read More 

Getting The Most Life From Your Air Conditioner

It seems that your air conditioner can just run forever without any attention from you. Some people try that and end up with an expensive air conditioner repair bill. It only takes a little time to make sure that your air conditioner is working properly and not straining to keep your house cool. Here are a few things you can do to help it do its job efficiently. Change the Filter Regularly Read More 

Keep Your Air Conditioner In Great Shape By Reducing Your Use

If you've begun looking into the state of your air conditioning unit, you may find that you're overusing it. This may be apparent due to the frequency of repairs you've been needing or your electrical bills associated with cooling. In order to keep your AC in good shape, consider reducing its use with the following tips. Limit Your Use to the Middle of the Day Keeping your air conditioner on throughout the day and night can not only be inefficient at keeping the home cool, it could also be costing you a lot more money than you're comfortable with. Read More 

Of Shade And House Fans: Two Tips For Reducing Your Cooling Costs

If you live in a temperate zone, daytime temperatures can get hot enough to necessitate an air conditioner. On the other hand, at night you might be able to keep your home cool simply by opening your windows. In order to optimize the efficiency of your AC unit and to take full advantage of the relief from the heat that the night affords, you need a strategic approach to cooling your home. Read More 

The Four Main Types Of Geothermal Heating Systems

Geothermal heating systems use the heat located within the earth to warm up the interior of your home through a series of pipes buried deep underground. There are a number of different types of geothermal heating systems, each of which operates in a different manner to accomplish the same function. Understanding the differences between each type of geothermal system and what they have to offer can help you choose the best option for your home's heating needs. Read More