Category Archives: Air Conditioning

Air Conditioner Tune-Up Provides Homeowners With 5 Must-Have Benefits

By Cindy Faulkner | Published: May 10, 2012

The onset of warm weather means its time to turn on the air conditioner, and you’ll want to make sure the A/C system is in top working order. An air

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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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Manage Two Fuel Sources With Dual-Fuel

By Cindy Faulkner | Published: November 3, 2011

Installing a heat pump with dual-fuel capacity can help you save a bundle on monthly heating and cooling costs. During cooling season, high-efficiency operation helps keep electricity costs low, while

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How Tankless Water Heaters Get Good Results, Without Standby Losses

By Cindy Faulkner | Published: October 18, 2011

As energy and water costs rise, homeowners and businesses are searching for ways to improve water heating efficiency. Enter the tankless water heater system.

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The Pros Do It Right: Let Valley Heating, Cooling And Electrical Conduct Your Home’s Energy Evaluation

By Cindy Faulkner | Published: October 13, 2011

A properly performed energy evaluation for your home can help you determine how much you should be spending on energy expenses versus how much you actually are spending. Not only will

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Insulation Values Contribute To Efficiency

By Cindy Faulkner | Published: October 11, 2011

No one wants to be uncomfortable in their own home, and a proper insulation barrier is a key component in keeping that from happening.

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Use An Attic Fan To Diffuse Hot Air

By Cindy Faulkner | Published: October 6, 2011

An attic fan (also known as an attic ventilation fan) is used to lower the temperature in what’s usually the hottest part of your home. Attic ventilation fans work by

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Your Air Filter’s Has Taken A Beating This Summer: Are You Changing It Regularly?

By Cindy Faulkner | Published: October 4, 2011

Californians in Silicon Valley use their air conditioners a lot during the summer.  What you may not realize is how this affects your air filters’ performance and how often you

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Pocket Some Energy Savings As Long As The Warm Weather Lasts With These Air Conditioning Operational Tips

By Cindy Faulkner | Published: September 29, 2011

Though summer in California is wrapping up, its still going to be plenty hot enough to require air conditioning for a while. That’s why its important to do all you can

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Need To Purify Your Home’s Air? Try An Air-Purification System

By Cindy Faulkner | Published: September 27, 2011

Purifying your home’s indoor air can be a necessity during certain times of the year in California when heat, humidity or pollution can cause an aggravation of allergy and asthma

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