Monthly Archives: December 2011

Why Lowering Your Heating Load Makes Sense, Whether You’re Buying A New Heating System Or Not

By Terry Lawson | Published: December 29, 2011

If you want to feel comfortable in your home without paying more on heating bills than you can afford, it might benefit you to learn more about lowering your heating

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Buying A Heat Pump: In Addition To Efficiency Ratings, Look At These Advanced Features

By Terry Lawson | Published: December 27, 2011

If you’re looking for a new heating and cooling system, a heat pump is a good choice for southwest Virginia. Like most other systems, the heat pump has steadily become

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How A Variable Speed Blower Motor Boosts The Longevity Of Your Furnace

By Terry Lawson | Published: December 22, 2011

Furnaces today come with advanced-feature options that make them more efficient than older models. One example is a variable-speed blower motor. Whereas most blower motors operate at one speed, a

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Ideal Whole-House Humidification: It’s All Relative

By Terry Lawson | Published: December 20, 2011

Humidity naturally rises in the summer and falls in the winter. The humidity can get so low during the colder months that your skin dries and cracks, woodwork in your

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Furnace Replacement: You Decide — Spend More Now And Save Later, Or Spend Less Now And Pay Later?

By Terry Lawson | Published: December 15, 2011

If you’re considering a furnace replacement, factors like efficiency and reliability are two important considerations. The fact is, by spending more money right now for a higher-quality furnace, you can

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Batts, Foam Or Loose Fill: Which Type Of Home Insulation Is Right For Your Particular Project?

By Terry Lawson | Published: December 13, 2011

Insulation comes in several different forms. Each type is designed for particular areas. Using the right kind of insulation for any project you plan to take on can help to

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When Considering A Furnace Upgrade, You Have To Keep The Lifetime Costs In Mind

By Terry Lawson | Published: December 8, 2011

Purchasing a new furnace can be an overwhelming ordeal. There are many factors for you to consider that will affect your energy expenses and personal comfort for years to come. It is

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Those Tax Credits Will Soon Expire — Are You Still Delaying Your Upgrades?

By Terry Lawson | Published: December 6, 2011

Do you have a piece of HVAC equipment that is nearing the end of its life? Don’t wait until it gives out completely. Now is your chance to take advantage

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Prevent Carbon Monoxide Exposure WitH CO Detectors

By Terry Lawson | Published: December 1, 2011

Carbon monoxide is a killer. It’s invisible and odorless — and it doesn’t even require extended exposure to wipe out an entire family. Fortunately, protecting your family from this danger is

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