by Chip | Aug 23, 2018 | Energy Savings
Some causes of lost energy efficiency are a simple fact of physics. One of those is the natural principle that hot air is thin and rises while cold air is dense and sinks. Inside a house, these forces combine to create a phenomenon known as the “stack effect.” Without...
by Chip | Aug 21, 2018 | Air Conditioner
As a homeowner, you should always be on the lookout for ways to save energy. Thanks to emerging technologies, such as smart air conditioners, there are more ways to do that than ever before. But, is a smart air conditioner with movement-activated operation the right...
by Chip | Aug 16, 2018 | Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)
Having candles burning in your home can create a serene and warm environment, but it could be bad for your health and your air filter. Some kinds of candles cause soot to form, which can negatively affect your air filter and lower your indoor air quality (IAQ)....
by Chip | Aug 14, 2018 | HVAC
HVAC engineers are always looking for ways to improve their products by cutting energy use and increasing comfort. Variable-speed HVAC systems do just that. They’re one of the most recent breakthroughs in HVAC technology that’s now available to homeowners. What...
by Chip | Aug 9, 2018 | HVAC
It’s hard to believe but the kids will be going back to school before we know it. That means the weather will be cooling off soon and it will be time to think of putting the air conditioner to rest and cranking up your heating system. You could be getting ready...
by Chip | Aug 7, 2018 | Ventilation
During humid Indiana weather, vent moisture may be noticed while the air conditioner is running. Typically, moisture appearing around HVAC supply vents in individual rooms ranges from subtle wetness you can feel on contact, to obvious dripping, to staining of drywall...
by Chip | Jul 26, 2018 | Air Conditioner
When your A/C breaks down, you call someone to fix it. But what if you’re on vacation? You’re not just going to pay money out of your own pocket to repair the HVAC system in a vacation home. But on the other hand, the weather’s really hot, and cool...
by Chip | Jul 24, 2018 | HVAC
The quality of your water is important. You drink it. You clean with it. It’s also a crucial part of your HVAC system. You may not realize it, but the presence of contaminants in your water can affect your heating and cooling. Let’s look at water quality...
by Chip | Jul 19, 2018 | Air Conditioner
Are you planning a camping trip this summer? It’s a great way to unplug for a few days, both literally and figuratively. Leave behind the hassle of technology and commune with nature. Of course, nature can get pretty sweltering hot in Indiana in the summer....
by Chip | Jul 17, 2018 | Ventilation
Is opening a window adequate bathroom ventilation in summer? Warm water vapor produced by bathing and showering condenses on bathroom surfaces, creating a chronically damp environment that supports mold and mildew growth, as well as bacterial contamination. In...
