Most people know that excessive humidity can make them feel even hotter during the warmer months of the year. It comes as no surprise, then, that it has a major impact on the effectiveness of air conditioning systems. What people don’t often realize is that humidity has an effect on heating systems as well. [...]
You may look at the title of this post and think that we’re a bit batty. “It’s summer, it’s hot outside! Why would I want to turn my thermostat up and make it hotter?” Well, we aren’t encouraging you to heat your house. We’re encouraging you (something the Department of Energy does as well) to put [...]
If you’re living in Texas during the summer, functioning air conditioner and HVAC system is an absolute necessity. Not only could you be sweating in your own home all summer, but you could be paying for it, too! Temperature inconsistencies can increase energy costs by as much as 40%. If this has been an issue for [...]
Spring is officially here and when the heat hits, it hits hard! In order to keep your house cool this summer, there are some steps you can take to minimize energy costs and increase the efficiency of your air conditioning system. Some of them are unit related, but there are also steps to keep [...]
Today, indoor air quality (IAQ) is an important environmental consideration. Because we spend approximately 90 percent of our time indoors, we must do everything possible to improve the air we breathe. During the energy crisis of the ’70s, Americans began to tightly close their workplaces and homes in order to conserve energy resources. Currently, [...]
Have you checked on your air ducts lately? An air duct is an essential part of your air conditioning system. They are the pathways for hot and cool air to travel throughout your home. If not properly maintained, these passageways can fill up with contaminants and dust that accumulate over time. The buildup of mold, [...]
Are you one of those people who like to take matters into your own hands? While you may not be able to fix everything in an HVAC system without professional assistance, there is plenty you can do to improve the efficiency of the AC in your Temple, Texas area home. You can improve your [...]
Spring is here and summer is right around the corner, and, believe it or not, the days of lemonade on the porch are here soon. After this winter the heat will be a welcome change, but how do you keep your home from getting too hot, and your energy bills from becoming too costly? There are some steps [...]
Efficiency is a concern for most of us, especially during the air conditioning season. An inefficient cooling system will not be able to provide the necessary cooling output for a reasonable price, which is problematic if you live in an area with temperatures already in the high 80°s early in the spring. You might [...]
A lot of people rely upon air ducts in order to distribute heated and cooled air throughout their homes. If you are one of these people, you are wise to remember that damaged or leaky ductwork can have seriously negative implications for your comfort, your air quality, and the condition of your HVAC system. [...]
