Service & Maintenance
January 12, 2012
It’s necessary to achieve ideal relative humidity in Southern homes, no matter what the season, because too much or too little humidity can lead to health problems and potentially damage your home. A whole-house humidification or dehumidification system can help you achieve just that: an ideal relative humidity for your home suitable for the current climate. A healthy humidity level is generally between 45 and 55 percent, a point at which most people are comfortable (and healthy). Household wood products […]
January 17, 2012
If furnace replacement is in your future, you need to know the three primary factors that will influence your purchase decision, in order to get a full return on your investment. Efficiency How well your new system consumes energy (its efficiency) will impact your energy bills over the life of the system. And with furnaces generally lasting about 15 years, you don’t want to skimp on efficiency. You’ll need to look for the annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE) rating, which […]
January 19, 2012
In order to increase energy savings around your home, you have to know what areas are contributing to higher energy bills and decreased comfort. One tool that provides comprehensive, detailed, customized information is Energy Star’s Home Energy Yardstick, which will help you find out how your home scores in efficiency. The results will help you prioritize projects that boost energy savings. To begin the Energy Star program, you need to enter your ZIP code, home’s square footage and utility records […]
January 31, 2012
When it comes time to replace your water heater, you should look at all of your options carefully to make a choice in systems that will meet your home’s needs for many years to come. By considering fuel, size, efficiency and costs, you’ll be able to select the right system and maximize your investment. Fuel There are a variety of fuel types from which to choose, and the best one will generally be determined by local fuel rates. Most water […]