Monthly Archives: December 2011

Top Programmable Thermostat Practices That Boost Energy Savings

By Cindy Faulkner | Published: December 29, 2011

Programmable thermostats provide many benefits to households. The programming function helps save energy and reduces the cost of running a heating and cooling system. In the South Bay, Peninsula and Santa

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Do You Know Lifetime Costs Matter When Purchasing An HVAC System?

By Cindy Faulkner | Published: December 27, 2011

Want to save money when buying a new HVAC system for your home? Then make sure you do not get fooled by the price.

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According To Experts, What Is The Expected Life Span Of A Heat-Pump System?

By Cindy Faulkner | Published: December 22, 2011

If your heat pump has served you well over the years, then there’s a good chance you’re a little bit reluctant to go out and replace it. While that’s understandable,

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Wondering What The Hype Is About Preventive Maintenance? Why It’s A Critical Service For Your System’s Health

By Cindy Faulkner | Published: December 20, 2011

If you want to get the most from your HVAC system, you need to take care of it.  The simplest way to make sure you are getting your money’s worth

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If Your Home Has Never Had Duct Cleaning Performed, Now Might Be The Time

By Cindy Faulkner | Published: December 15, 2011

It’s hard to overstate the importance of indoor air quality. Duct cleaning can go a long way toward improving the air in many homes, and while it is not a

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You Are Likely To Know That Changing Air Filters Regularly Is Important, But Do You Know Why You Should?

By Cindy Faulkner | Published: December 13, 2011

Changing air filters regularly is an important step to keeping your HVAC system running at top performance, improving the air quality of your home, and reducing energy bills for relatively

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The Unthinkable Can Happen, If You Don’t Declare Your Safety With A Carbon Monoxide Detector

By Cindy Faulkner | Published: December 8, 2011

Though you may think it could never happen in your home, the threat of carbon monoxide poisoning is very real in any house. This clear, odorless and potentially lethal gas

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Use This Advice For Winterizing Your Cooling System

By Cindy Faulkner | Published: December 6, 2011

The winter months are nearly here and while your air conditioner has likely served you well over the summer, the time has come to put it away. By winterizing your

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Effective Questions To Ask When Hiring An HVAC Contractor

By Cindy Faulkner | Published: December 1, 2011

It isn’t always easy choosing the right man for the job, especially when that job is a HVAC contractor and your local yellow pages can yield hundreds of results. The

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