Winter or summer, effective home energy efficiency will pay off with reduced consumption and dramatically slashed monthly energy costs. Here are 12 home efficiency tips that you can use to evaluate your energy usage and implement effective techniques for reducing it....
Winter Months Often Result in Mold Problems Indoors — What You Can Do
Indoor air quality is always a big concern among homeowners, but for the most part, they are primarily concerned with pollutants such as viruses, bacteria and various non-specific allergens. That being said, it's important that you don't overlook possible mold...
What a Whole-House Approach to Energy Efficiency Means for Easton Area Residents
When measuring the energy efficiency of your home, you can't just look at one part. You have to look at the entire house. If one system in the house isn't efficient, it will downgrade the efficiency of the entire system. This concept is known as the whole-house...
Air Filter Replacement: An Important and Quick Chore for Westminster Homeowners
Regular air filter replacement is a critical part of maintaining good indoor air quality and keeping your heating and cooling system in top shape. Yet, even though the job takes just minutes, many homeowners neglect it and miss out on the benefits of clean filters....
How Long Will a Furnace Last? That Depends on How You Treat It
When outdoor temperatures are low, your furnace provides more than comfort—it's also important for your family's safety. This being the case, many people wonder how long their furnace will last, especially if they have an older model. The standard for measuring...
What It Means To Hire A NATE-Certified Contractor
One of the most common pieces of advice you might hear about choosing an HVAC technician is to only hire those that are certified. But what does it mean for an HVAC technician to be certified? Are some certifications better than others? Are there different...
Best Practices for Energy Savings in Cold Weather
Instead of shivering this winter to achieve cold weather energy savings, employ some of these tips to help you cut energy usage without sacrificing your comfort. The two appliances that use the most energy during the winter months are the heating system and the water...
Mold Issues Can Arise in the Winter Months — What to Look For to Maintain Healthy IAQ
Many people think that mold issues disappear in the winter, but mold is actually a year-round problem. It flourishes in environments between 60 and 80 degrees and grows wherever moisture or humidity is present. It's a problem in the winter because it can grow in your...
Sealing Air Leaks in Your Easton Area Home With Caulk and Weatherstripping
As homes age, the problems associated with air infiltration may increase as caulking products dry out and weatherstripping wears. One of the easiest chores a homeowner can do is sealing air leaks that contribute to high energy bills year-round. Air infiltration is a...
Is It Time for a Thorough Duct Cleaning? 3 Telltale Signs
Ducts are the circulatory system of your HVAC installation, carrying conditioned air to all parts of your home and returning air to central furnaces and air conditioners in order to be filtered and conditioned again. Because of this important role, and because in most...
