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Monthly Archives: August 2011

Five Reasons You Should Have Your Ductwork Sealed

By Cindy Faulkner | Published: August 30, 2011

Having well-sealed and insulated ductwork can dramatically affect your home comfort. Sealed and insulated ducts also provide greater energy efficiency and safer operation. Here are some specific benefits you can expect by

Posted in Air Conditioning, Air ducts, Ductwork, Energy Evaluations, Heating, IAQ – Indoor Air Quality, Service & Maintenance | Tagged conditioned air, duct leaks, ductwork, energy efficiency, energy savings, furnaces, heating cooling, indoor air quality, leaky ducts, Santa Cruz, South Bay Peninsula, utility bills, water heaters | Leave a comment

How Design, Site And Heating Needs Factor Into Your Solar Decision

By Cindy Faulkner | Published: August 25, 2011

Solar heating, though having made great strides, is still a novelty in many areas. Here in California, our climate lends itself to harvesting much of the sun’s rays to lower

Posted in Air Conditioning, Energy Evaluations, Heating, Service & Maintenance, Solar, Technicians | Tagged energy savings, heat source, heating bills, heating cooling, insulation, Santa Cruz, solar, solar heating systems, solar panels, South Bay Peninsula | Leave a comment

Four Airtight Reasons To Consider Continuous Attic Ventilation

By Cindy Faulkner | Published: August 23, 2011

Older homes rarely had any type of ventilation in the attic when they were built. Over the years, we have learned that a lot of things can be negatively affected

Posted in Air Conditioning, Energy Evaluations, Filtration, Heating, IAQ – Indoor Air Quality, Mold, Service & Maintenance, Ventilation | Tagged airflow, continuous attic ventilation, degree day, energy bills, energy savings, excessive heat, higher energy, humidity control, mildew control, mildew growth, mold and mildew, Santa Cruz, South Bay Peninsula, vent area | Leave a comment

Choosing A MERV Filter: What Do All Those Numbers Mean, Anyway?

By Cindy Faulkner | Published: August 18, 2011

Your family’s safety and well-being means the world to you. Come to think of it, your own personal safety and well-being means something, too. You would never knowingly place your

Posted in Air Conditioning, Air Filters, Energy Evaluations, Filtration, IAQ – Indoor Air Quality, Mold, Service & Maintenance | Tagged air filters, air quality, airflow, allergies, efficiency, heating and cooling, heating cooling, irritants, South Bay Peninsula | Leave a comment

Think You Need A New Furnace? Do The Math

By Cindy Faulkner | Published: August 16, 2011

At first glance, buying a new furnace seems like a major investment. However, once you add up ongoing repair costs for an old or outdated heater and at the same

Posted in Energy Evaluations, Furnaces, Heating | Tagged afue rating, buying a new furnace, efficiency furnaces, energy savings, heating bills, heating cooling, old furnace, South Bay Peninsula | Leave a comment

Going On Vacation? Program Your Thermostat Before You Leave, And You’ll Have More To Spend On That Trip

By Cindy Faulkner | Published: August 11, 2011

Even in a mild climate like the South Bay, heating and air conditioning costs can eat away at your disposable income. And there’s nothing worse than paying a normal-sized monthly

Posted in Air Conditioning, Energy Evaluations, Heating, Service & Maintenance, Thermostats | Tagged bay peninsula, California, comfort resource, energy consumption, heating and air, heating and air conditioning, heating cooling, hvac, programmable thermostat, resource guide, Santa Cruz, South Bay Peninsula, thermostat | Leave a comment

Options In Standby Generators Provide Exactly What You Need When Your Power Goes Out

By Cindy Faulkner | Published: August 9, 2011

The unpredictability of Mother Nature can cut electrical power off at any time. Severe storms, high winds, earthquakes, wildfires and flooding can play havoc with the electrical grid. Once it

Posted in Air Conditioning, Generators, Heating, Preventative Maintenance, Service & Maintenance, Technicians | Tagged electrical power, fuel source, fuel supply, heating cooling, portable generators, residential generators, Santa Cruz, South Bay Peninsula, standby generator, standby generators | Leave a comment

How Your HVAC Contractor Will Tailor Your New A/C System To Your Home’s Unique Requirements

By Cindy Faulkner | Published: August 4, 2011

Just like you, your home is unique. Yes, there may be another home in your neighborhood with the same floor plan, same siding and same number of windows and doors.

Posted in Air Conditioning, Energy Evaluations, Insulation, Service & Maintenance, Technicians | Tagged air infiltration, heat load, heat penetration, heating and air, heating cooling, professional heating, Santa Cruz, solar exposure, South Bay Peninsula, waste energy, water heaters | Leave a comment

Degree Days And How They Figure Into Your Energy Calculations

By Cindy Faulkner | Published: August 2, 2011

The weather has a significant impact on your home’s energy use from day to day. Using your meter readings to calculate how much energy you’re going through is helpful, but

Posted in Air Conditioning, Ductwork, Energy Evaluations, Fans, Heating, High-Efficiency, Insulation, Service & Maintenance | Tagged air leaks, bay peninsula, California, ceiling fans, ductwork, efficiency hvac, energy efficiency, energy use, high efficiency, professional assistance, temperature average, temperature changes | Leave a comment

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