Can I save on heating costs by closing off vents and doors? We often get asked this question from homeowners who are worried about the high cost of heating their homes. Your thermostat is designed to regulate the temperature throughout your home and to maintain a constant temperature even during the coldest parts of winter. [...]
With the likelihood of another record breaking cold winter ahead of us, heating homes in winter of 2015 will be more important than ever. According to some weather forecasts, this could be the third year in a row that we have above average temperature and record snowfalls in Central Kentucky. Here are a few facts [...]
Thinking about which heating method is the right choice, we compare forced air heaters vs radiant heat to help you choose the right heating system for your home. Radiant heating is the idea of using hot water as a medium to bring heat to your home. Forced air heating systems actually heat the air. When [...]
What are the benefits of hybrid heat pump systems? You may hear about hybrid heating systems when you begin looking into replacing your heating and cooling system. It is the most cost effective and energy efficient system available. If you are looking for a modern solution to your heating and cooling needs, hybrid heating systems [...]
We’d like to show you how to save on heating costs this fall. If you haven’t already had an energy assessment, now may be a good time to call your HVAC technician to see how efficient your heating system is. You might be surprised to learn there are many ways to cut heating costs this [...]
You may be wondering what to expect the first time you turn your heater on. If you haven’t used your furnace in awhile, we always recommend yearly furnace maintenance to clean the filters and provide lubrication to your HVAC unit. This will prevent any problems from occurring and will make sure when you turn your [...]
Like most HVAC companies, we offer a bi-annual HVAC maintenance to give your A/C a tune-up before spring and to give your furnace a tune-up before fall. So the question we often get asked is, “Is fall HVAC maintenance really important?” We believe it is. Why Is Fall HVAC Maintenance Important We recommend yearly tune-ups [...]
We are often asked, "Can Adding insulation save on my cooling bill?" The short answer is "yes". According to the US Department of Energy, adding insulation to your attic, ceiling, walls and flooring can reduce your utilities by 30%. That's quite a savings for something that is relatively inexpensive. How Much Insulation Do You Need [...]
You can avoid water damage from your air conditioner. August is often one of the hottest months of the year. With the warm temperatures you may notice your air conditioner running more and working harder. Don’t worry, that is what it’s designed to do. Your air conditioning systems work in part by removing moisture from [...]
The process of installing heating & air conditioning units is one of the most important aspects of buying a new heating or cooling system. According to the ACCA (Air Conditioning Contractors of America) only 28% of homeowners who installed a new HVAC system reported that they noticed any improvement. This just goes to show how [...]