Monthly Archives: February 2012

Make Duct Efficiency A Priority And Increase Home Comfort

In California, your duct efficiency should be a top priority throughout the winter and summer. Without efficient ducts, you can loose up to 60 percent of the heating produced by

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Whole-House Humidification: If You’re Not Looking Forward To Dry Winter Air, Get One Now

Did you know that many cold weather illnesses aren’t actually brought on by the cold itself, but by dry air that keeps contaminants airborne? Dry air can also cause damage

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A Variable-Speed Air Handler Makes Room For Comfort And Savings

After air is cooled or heated by your air conditioner or heat pump, it moves through the air handler, which forces it through the HVAC filter and gives it the

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Indoor Air Quality: 3 Solutions That Get To The Root Of Problems That Stem From Your Attached Garage

Did you know that your attached garage could be making your home’s indoor air quality worse every day? Studies by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency produced three alarming results:

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A Duel-Fuel System Can Set You Up For Savings Up By Optimizing Fuel Choice

With rising utility costs and economical constraints, homeowners in the Silicon Valley area are wise to consider a dual-fuel system. Because this type of system combines an air-source heat pump,

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Valley Heating, Cooling & Electrical’s Planned Service Agreement Extends Benefits For Silicon Valley Homeowners

Did you know your HVAC system sees more constant use than your car? Many homeowners in South Bay, peninsula and Santa Cruz are vigilant about maintaining their vehicles, but may

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UV Lights Control Germs And Give Your Indoor Air Quality A Fighting Chance

Ultraviolet, or UV, light in solar radiation is one of the planet’s primary defenses against epidemics Microscopic organisms are unable to withstand UV light’s high frequency, which irreparably damages their DNA.

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Tips To Effectively Manage Your Home Heating Load

You can reduce the amount you pay for energy bills each month by upgrading your home heating system; however, if your home’s heating load is through the roof, you won’t

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