Dayton-area homeowners have several options for keeping cool this summer, but central air conditioning stands out above the other methods for its energy efficiency, comfort and ease of use. Central Air Conditioning Defined Central air conditioning cools your home using the same ducts your furnace uses to heat it. In the most common type of […]
Changing the Air Filter Is Elementary, but There’s More to Know
One of things you can do for your HVAC system, indoor air quality and your pocketbook is changing the air filter regularly. Find out the particulars of why, how often, selecting and changing the air filter with this easy guide.
Why Tight Ducts Are Key To Comfort And Efficiency
The ductwork in your home transports air to and from your furnace and air conditioning equipment as needed. Ducts commonly develop air leaks as they get older and seals become weaker, which can lead to significant cost, health and comfort issues in your home.
Furnace Blowing Cool Air? What It Means And How To Fix It
When you’re dealing with a furnace blowing cool air, your immediate inclination might be to call a professional. While there’s a good chance that a technician will be needed in certain situations, the problem might be something simple that you can correct yourself. Here are some troubleshooting tips we’ve compiled in case your furnace isn’t […]
Forced Air Heating: A Reliable and Popular Way to Heat Your Home
Forced air heating or furnace refers to a system that heats a home by drawing air through ductwork, forcing it through a filter and furnace (or boiler or heat pump air handler), and then recirculating the air back into the home’s rooms through different ducts. While the terms forced air and central air are often used […]
Buying a Furnace? A Case for Variable Speed
If you’re buying a furnace for your Dayton area home, there are plenty of options available to help you get the most out of your system. One upgrade, a variable-speed fan motor, is a great investment – not only to reduce your heating costs through the entire heating season, but to offer a boost to your […]
Your Furnace Glossary: Terms It Can Pay to Know
Most Dayton area homeowners know what thermostat means, but if you’re among those unfamiliar with more obscure furnace glossary terms, the following guide should be a big help.
The Energy-Efficiency Upgrades You Make Today Might Help You Market Your Home Tomorrow
While all energy-efficiency upgrades to your Dayton area home will save you money on your utility bills, some are more popular with prospective home buyers than others. Upgrading features that lower the operating costs of the house are typically good investments.
Closing One or More Rooms to Conserve Energy: Good Thinking or Bad Idea?
Do you think closing rooms to save energy is a smart strategy in your home? Think again. While it may sound like a smart idea, in homes where vents are closed in an attempt to save on energy use, you may actually see more harm than good. Below are a few of the problems closing […]
Your Furnace Installation: Key Questions for Your Contractor
Dayton area homeowners who have made the smart decision to upgrade to a more energy-efficient furnace may wonder how to select the most knowledgeable contractor. Asking the following furnace installation questions should help you decide.