November 24, 2011
With winter on the horizon, it’s time to make sure maintenance on your whole-house humidifier is scratched off your fall to-do checklist. A well-maintained humidification system can relieve or prevent the side effects of dry air, such as reduced home comfort, health issues and even possible damage to wooden floors and furniture. You’ll have a more comfortable home and save energy just by performing some simple maintenance. Models differ, so it’s good to know the basics. For residential use, the most […]
August 21, 2012
Whether you have an air conditioner or a heat pump, airflow and refrigerant charge require regular maintenance in order for your system to deliver optimal home comfort at maximum energy efficiency. Basics of heat exchange For cooling, HVAC systems remove heat from your home until the thermostat set point is reached. Unhindered airflow and correct refrigerant charge are needed for this process to go smoothly. The natural properties of refrigerant allow it to extract heat from your home at the […]
September 11, 2012
Due to the mild year-round climate of our area, your home can benefit greatly from the use of a heat pump. With the ability to cool your home in the summer and heat your home in the winter, this single unit does the work of two. There may be issues plaguing your equipment, however, that prevent it from achieving peak performance. If you find yourself needing to improve heat pump efficiency, try these three tips. Optimize refrigerant charge. Units which […]
January 24, 2013
Solar attic fans reduce extreme attic heat during hot Georgia summers. That’s exactly why our cooler winter season is the best time to install one. In the heat of the summer, attic temperatures soar to 150 degrees—definitely not the ideal time to be up in the attic installing an exhaust fan. Solar exhaust fans boost your attic’s inadequate passive ventilation system, increasing the airflow between soffit vents and roof vents and reducing temperatures as much as 40 degrees. Getting the […]