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Air-Duct Efficiency Goes A Long Way Toward Home Comfort
by Greg Leisgang on November 30, 2011
If your air ducts are not properly sealed and insulated, you are most likely losing money. Whether the air passing through is heated or cooled, inefficient ducts can lose up to 20 percent of the conditioned air that travels through them. In other words, you are paying for energy to heat or cool air that never reaches your home.… read more »
Last Call For Tax Credits! Upgrade HVAC Equipment Before 2012 Begins
by Greg Leisgang on November 28, 2011
The end of the year is approaching, and that means it will soon be Christmas season, and then New Year's – and then, all too soon, tax season. You can make your holidays a little jollier by upgrading your HVAC equipment now, and saving money on your taxes as a result.… read more »
Before You Can Do Something About Indoor Air Quality, You Need To Know The Whys and Hows
by Greg Leisgang on November 23, 2011
When it comes to improving indoor air quality, the first step is to determine why the air became polluted in the first place. Only then will you be able to figure out how to fix the problem.… read more »
If Your Home Has Never Had Duct Cleaning, Do It Now
by Greg Leisgang on November 21, 2011
As you run your heating and cooling equipment, dust and debris are pulled into your HVAC system along with the incoming air. That buildup accumulates inside your ducts and can make your entire system less efficient. Here are a few keys to help you determine if it is time for your ductwork to be cleaned:… read more »
Four Benefits Of Geothermal Heating And Cooling Systems That Will Have You Seeing "Green"
by Greg Leisgang on November 16, 2011
Geothermal heating and cooling systems are some of the most energy-efficient options available today. The energy source, heat from the earth, is completely renewable and will always be free. This combination of energy savings and minimal environmental impact will have you seeing "green" in more ways than one. Here are four primary benefits of using geothermal systems:… read more »
Problems With Ductwork? Design Could Be The Problem
by Greg Leisgang on November 14, 2011
Poorly designed ductwork could be robbing your home of efficiency, increasing your power costs and leaving your living space drafty and uninviting. In fact, because it has such a major impact on overall efficiency, ductwork design is one of the most important components of your entire HVAC system.… read more »
Air-Purification Systems Go Beyond Filtering
by Greg Leisgang on November 9, 2011
When people think of air pollution, images of factories and automobiles come to mind, especially in larger and industrialized cities. However, indoor air pollution, which is prevalent even in rural areas, is among the top five environmental health risks. While the most viable solution to poor indoor air quality is to remove contaminants and increase air circulation with outdoor air, in many cases that is not good enough, because the quality of outdoor air is not much better than what is inside the home. In addition, importing outdoor air is not practical when air temperatures are not within a comfortable range. Therefore, air-purification systems are a good alternative solution worth exploring.… read more »
Wondering Why All The Hype About Preventive Maintenance? Why It's An Essential Service For Your System's Health
by Greg Leisgang on November 7, 2011
Winter is hovering just around the corner here in southwestern Ohio, making this the perfect time of year to start preparing your home for the cold weather ahead. One item that should be at the top of your fall to-do list is having your home's heating system serviced by an HVAC specialist. Staying on top of preventive maintenance by scheduling regular service visits is one of the best ways to get the most out of your heating (and cooling) equipment. In fact, regular tune-ups can provide a number of benefits, including the following:… read more »
Use These Guidelines For Winterizing Your Air Conditioner
by Greg Leisgang on November 4, 2011
In the fall, along with the other steps you take to winterize your home, you should also take certain precautions to prepare your air conditioner for the cold weather ahead. Properly winterizing your air conditioner using the following simple tips can protect it from potential damage, helping to ensure that it starts up smoothly again next spring.… read more »
HVAC Contractor JonLe's Awards, Affiliations, And Certifications Offer Homeowners Superior Service and Quality Workmanship
by Greg Leisgang on November 2, 2011
Over the years, we have taken the time to affiliate our company with authoritative enterprises, as well as ensure that we hire only the best service technicians in the business. Since the inception of our business in 1959, we have received numerous awards that exhibit our dedication to the HVAC industry… read more »
My gas bill has been getting bigger every year for the last few winters. Is there anything I can do to cut back? I keep my thermostat about as low as I can.
A lot of people are in the same boat as you because natural gas prices, especially in the Midwest, have soared in the last few years. One way we've helped customers cope is with Carrier's Hybrid Heat system. It's a high-efficiency natural gas furnace combined with a high-efficiency electric heat pump. It's often referred to as a "dual fuel" system.
