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Degree Days: Factoring Them Into Your Energy Calculations

By Terry Lawson | Published: September 1, 2011

The weather patterns in western Virginia are different than they are in other parts of the country. This means that there is no one-size-fits all solution for heating and cooling

Posted in Air Conditioning, Energy Evaluations, Heating, Service & Maintenance | Also tagged average temperature, cooling system, degree days, efficiency options, energy efficiency, energy usage, heating and cooling, heating and cooling systems, home comfort equipment, home comfort system, New River Valley, Virginia | Leave a comment

Continuous Attic Ventilation: How It Can Help You Lower Your Cooling Costs

By Terry Lawson | Published: August 23, 2011

Summertime in Western Virginia often means hefty cooling bills, but you can lower these costs and improve home comfort with continuous attic ventilation. Without proper ventilation, your attic can become

Posted in Air Conditioning, Energy Evaluations, Heating, IAQ – Indoor Air Quality, Insulation, Mold, Service & Maintenance, Ventilation | Also tagged air conditioner, air leaks, comfort settings, conditioned air, continuous attic ventilation, energy efficiency, insulation, mold growth, New River Valley, proper ventilation, utility bills, Virginia | Leave a comment

Your Landscaping Can Help You Keep Your Home Insulated — Do You Know How?

By Terry Lawson | Published: August 18, 2011

Western Virginia has no shortage of beautiful native plants and trees, but did you know that you can take advantage of this natural greenery to help insulate your home? Strategic

Posted in Air Conditioning, Energy Evaluations, Heating, Insulation, Preventative Maintenance, Service & Maintenance | Also tagged airflow, cooling system, energy savings, insulation, New River Valley, plants and trees, preventive maintenance, utility bills, Virginia | Leave a comment

Is The Air You Breathe Making You Sick? Consider A UV-Light System

By Terry Lawson | Published: June 28, 2011

UV light systems are able to complement your air filters in order to assure the highest indoor air quality possible. If you feel that the air you breathe is constantly

Posted in Air Conditioning, Air ducts, Air Filters, Filtration, Furnaces, Heating, IAQ – Indoor Air Quality, Mold, Service & Maintenance, Technicians, UV Lights, Ventilation | Also tagged air filter, air filters, air purifiers, comfort resource, ductwork, dust in the air, efficiency air, heating and air, high efficiency, indoor air quality, resource guide, ultraviolet lights, uv light, uv lights, virginia area | Leave a comment

Install Any of These Energy-Efficient Products for 2011 Tax Credits

By Terry Lawson | Published: June 14, 2011

Purchasing an energy-efficient HVAC product for your home will not only save you money on your monthly utility bill, it may also make you eligible for 2011 tax credits. Here’s

Posted in Air Conditioning, Furnaces, Heating, Tax Credits and Rebates | Also tagged ac unit, ac units, air conditioning eer, central air conditioning, electric heat pumps, energy star products, furnaces, heating and cooling systems, hvac product, hvac products, hvac system, hvac units, radiant floor, seer rating, seer ratings, split system, tax time | Leave a comment

Three Good Reasons To Consider A Ductless Mini-Split System

By Terry Lawson | Published: June 9, 2011

Ductless mini-splits provide solutions to many heating and cooling needs. They are especially ideal for retrofit add-ons and can help you conserve energy. Here are three good reasons to consider

Posted in Air Conditioning, Air ducts, Energy Evaluations, IAQ – Indoor Air Quality, Service & Maintenance, Technicians | Also tagged air compressor, compressor pumps, conditioned air, ductless mini splits, ductwork, heating and cooling, split system, utility bills | Leave a comment

How A Zoning System Can Keep Everyone Happy When Some Like It Hot, And Others Like It Cool

By Terry Lawson | Published: June 7, 2011

Zoning systems are ideal for solving the problems brought about by using a single thermostat to control the temperature in an entire house. With zoning, you can set the temperature

Posted in Air Conditioning, Air ducts, Energy Evaluations, Heat Pump, IAQ – Indoor Air Quality, Thermostats | Also tagged conditioned air, consistent temperature, ductwork, energy saving, heat transfer, thermostat, thermostats, utility bills, zone control, zoning systems | Leave a comment

Control The Moisture In Your Home With An Energy-Recovery Ventilation System

By Terry Lawson | Published: May 31, 2011

Whole house ventilation systems provide your home with adequate airflow, without compromising heating and cooling efficiency. Exhaust, supply, and balanced ventilation strategies will all provide your home with additional air

Posted in Air Conditioning, Air ducts, Dehumidifiers, Energy Evaluations, Heating, IAQ – Indoor Air Quality, Mold, Service & Maintenance, Ventilation | Also tagged air circulation, comfort resource, control moisture, energy recovery system, energy recovery systems, energy recovery ventilation, heat recovery unit, house ventilation systems, humidity levels, hvac system, moisture control, relative humidity, ventilation strategies, ventilation system, whole house ventilation | Leave a comment

Seven Energy Saving Tips To Finish Out Winter

By Terry Lawson | Published: March 1, 2011

The cold weather is upon us in western Virginia, but you do not have to sing the blues over your heating bills. For maximum energy savings and comfort this winter

Posted in Air Filters, Energy Evaluations, Fans | Also tagged air leaks, attic stair, attic stairways, ceiling fans, chimney, cold weather, damper, draft stoppers, exterior doors, furnace air filter, hardware store, heat loss, heating and air, heating bills, maximum energy savings, portable space heaters, seal air, thermostat, window seals | Leave a comment

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