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How Has Architecture Changed Since the Advancement of Air Conditioning?

Gone are the cool brick structures with high ceilings, transoms, breezeways, strategically placed shrubbery, and sleeping porches, all of which were designed to keep inhabitants cool. Today’s glass...

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Air Quality, Noise Affect Home Comfort

When shopping for cooling and heating services, look for these features for optimal comfort and savings: Home climate control. High-efficiency devices include zoned heating by rooms and programmable...

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Government Shut Down?

Even the government tended to shut down during parts of the summer. Some historians blame the growth of the federal bureaucracy on air conditioning, since it enabled lawmakers to stay in session...

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Energy Star Label: Symbol For Efficiency

Buying ENERGY STAR products saves money on utility bills and protects the environment. ENERGY STAR is a government-backed guarantee that the appliance you buy meets strict efficiency standards. That’s...

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Identify Indoor Air Quality Problems and Comfort Concerns

Take this quiz to find out if you have air quality problems at home: Does the air in your home feel clammy or wet? Does your home overheat or get too cold? Does your home get stuffy? Do you suffer from...

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Climate Control Prompts Changes

Climate control has completely changed the way we design and construct buildings and homes. Gone are the cool brick structures with high ceilings, transoms, breezeways, strategically placed shrubbery,...

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Look For The SEER Rating On Air Conditioners

Before you buy a new air conditioner, you need to learn some of the industry language. It will help you find an efficient model that does not waste energy and saves money on monthly utility bills. Look...

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Historically Air Conditioning Has Effected Education

Summer vacation exists because at the near the turn of the century, hot, stuffy schools were intolerable and some advoactes worried about the spread of disease in such poor conditions.  Air...

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Don’t Overlook HVAC in Spring Cleaning

Springtime is when homeowners throw open doors and windows and give homes a thorough cleaning. It also is a good time to check air-conditioning and heating equipment. Heavy winter use of your system...

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Central AC Vs. Ductless

Central air conditioners (ACs) and ductless ACs both cool air, but vary in method and design.  Ducts Central air conditioning systems refer to interior units that use ducts, or a series of tubes or...

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Is Your Furnace And Home Ready For Colder Weather?

Summer is wrapping up and there’s no time like the present to make sure your home is prepared for colder weather. Here are some ways to make sure your home and furnace can run more efficiently: 1....

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Ductless Air Conditioning

  In ductless air conditioning, a ductless mini split unit is a great addition to an existing home, an office, and other types of buildings that need a flexible option for heating and cooling...

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How Heat Pump Water Heaters Are Changing the Game

Today, preserving our planet and being responsible inhabitants is more important than ever; also important is saving money. ​Heat pump hot water heaters can make this lifestyle a reality. ​Heat pump...

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Improving Indoor Air Quality and AirSense

Improving indoor air quality begins with knowledge. For instance, have you ever heard of “Sick Building Syndrome”? This is a real problem not only in commercial facilities, but in residential...

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Geothermal Heating and Cooling – Unprecedented Efficiency

There’s a new kid on the block when it comes to efficiency, Geothermal Heating and Cooling boast up to 400% improved efficiency over fossil fuel alternatives! Geothermal Heating and Cooling boost cost...

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Meeting the challenge of Tri-City heating and cooling

Let’s talk about the consistently inconsistent weather in the tri-city area; then let’s talk about the tri-city heating and cooling challenges we all face. We ended last week at a balmy 40 degrees and...

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Santa called and you need your fireplace serviced now!

Think fast! When was the last time you had a fireplace service performed? It’s just a fireplace, right? A few bricks, some mortar, what can go wrong? I mean let’s face it, it’s really more...

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Let’s talk HVAC and all that untapped energy.

What would you say if I told you wastewater may some day provide the energy for your HVAC? In fact, wastewater may be the new face in fuel utilizing thermal extraction adding not only to efficiency,...

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My little piggies want radiant heating.

I know there is some saying about “Cold feet, warm heart”, or something like that, but I for one am not in favor of cold feet, my little piggies want radiant heating cause my little piggies like to be...

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Baby it’s cold in here, you better call a heating service

One thing you don’t want to hear in the dead of winter is “Hey baby, it’s cold in here, you better call a heating service.” If you do hear that, who are you going to call? If you’re lucky enough to...

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