Keeping the air inside your home as clean as possible is an important part of protecting your overall health and well-being. One of the most effective ways to remove airborne pollutants is through the use of electronic air cleaning. Read the rest of this entry »

While most people consider a furnace replacement at the beginning of the cold season, there are actually quite a few reasons to delay it until after winter has ended. While this may seem counter-productive, when you consider the benefits that you can realize by waiting, this decision makes more sense. Read the rest of this entry »

Ductwork banging can disrupt your daily activities, your sleep, and, depending on the factor causing the noise, your bank account, it you’re paying substantially higher utility bills because of a ductwork problem. If you’re ductwork is complaining, loudly, then it’s time to completely inspect your duct system, and repair any noisy ductwork and energy-wasting leaks. Read the rest of this entry »

The Indianapolis area has some of the most enjoyable summer weather in the country. The weather is usually perfect for outdoor activities, and the only thing more enjoyable than a day in the sun is coming home to a nice, warm shower. So, why not make that shower even more relaxing by saving money while you soak? Read the rest of this entry »

Once you’ve decided that a geothermal heat pump is the most suitable heating and cooling system for your home, you’ll have to consider the geothermal installation. There’s not much about installing a geothermal heat pump that’s do-it-yourself, but you do have several options when it comes to choosing the best type of system for your property layout. Read the rest of this entry »

When you’re giving some thought to a new heating and cooling system for your home, consider dual fuel systems that help you save money nearly all year long. These systems combine the energy efficiency of air-source heat pumps with supplementary burners that use gas, oil or propane only when temperatures drop close to freezing and below. Read the rest of this entry »

When trying to find ways to cut costs in your home, you should examine your energy bills. If you assess where you use the most energy in your home, you can take the necessary steps to reduce your usage and decrease your energy bills. Most homes consume a great majority of their energy with heating and cooling systems, hot water heating, appliances, electronics and lightening. Lowering your energy use can significantly reduce your energy bills. Read the rest of this entry »

If you’ve added to your home or remodeled previously unlivable space, consider a ductless mini-split to heat and air condition it. These systems use heat pump technology minus the ductwork to condition spaces. Mini-split systems have three main components. The first is the outdoor compressor that collects or exhausts heat to condition your home; the second is the interior air handler that blows the air into the space; the last component is the conduit that connects the compressor and air handler. Read the rest of this entry »

There may come a time, when you are faced with the dilemma of a red tagged furnace. The most common call for a red tag is a cracked heat exchanger, which may leak carbon monoxide into the air in your home. A technician likely will do the following if a cracked heat exchanger is found: unplug the unit at the source and turn off the connection to the gas. You will be required to sign off on the procedure, and will then need to make the decision between furnace repair or replacement. Here are some things to consider before deciding. Read the rest of this entry »

An HVAC service agreement is essentially a contract that serves one primary purpose: to ensure that regular preventative maintenance is performed on your heating and cooling system. A well-maintained heating and cooling system requires fewer repairs and provides a longer service life than one that is not regularly maintained. This improves energy efficiency as well, which helps cut your energy bills. Read the rest of this entry »