Tag Archive For "Heating"
How to Prepare Your HVAC for the Colder Months
Fall is upon us, and that can only mean one thing: Winter is right around the corner. As the nights go from comfortably cool to freezing cold, your HVAC system is going to be switching from providing cool air to providing heat.
How do you measure efficiency for a heating system?
A central furnace’s efficiency is measured by annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE). AFUE is a measure of how efficient the furnace is in converting the energy in its fuel to heat over the course of a typical year. Choosing a higher efficiency will increase the cost of your project, but will save you more on energy …
4 Things to Know about Hot Water Floor Heating
The dreaded long walk from the bedroom across soft carpet to freezing tile or hardwood in the morning just for coffee makes even the soundest sleeper toss and turn just a little bit. There are better ways than having to buy slippers, wear uncomfortable socks or makeshift stepping stones out of the throw pillows found …
How to Reduce Your Energy Bill in the Winter
Just about everyone in Pennsylvania dreads winter time. Whether you’ve got gas, electric, oil or some other form of heating, the constant effort to keep warm and comfortable costs money. Fortunately, there are things you can do to keep those bills down. Here are some solid tips to reduce your energy bill and keep your …
Accessories to Make Your Water Heater More Efficient
One of the unsung heroes in your home is the hot water heater. It is always there for you when you want to get your dishes clean or when you want a nice, hot shower. While you might not have thought of it, there are some things you can do purchase to make your hot …
Optimizing Home HVAC Performance
Keeping your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer takes a substantial amount of energy. Of course, this energy costs money in the form of electric and gas bills. In order to keep these reoccurring costs low, it is important to make sure that your HVAC system is running at its most …
How to Maximize Your Heating Efficiency
Your furnace works hard to keep your home heated through the winter. The real question is, is it working too hard? With energy rates increasing, the cost of heating a home is higher than ever. Not to mention the wear and tear that can be put on a furnace if it is running harder than …
How to Maintain Your Heating and Cooling System
One of the most important appliances in your home is the heating and cooling system. Furnace replacement and AC system replacement can be costly, so what steps do you need to do in order to make sure that your system is not replaced prematurely? Here are some suggestions on the best way to keep your …
The History of Heating and Cooling
The history of heating and cooling is really the history of air conditioning. From the earliest days in history, humankind learned to harness and direct fire. With the discovery that heat rose, people learned to use fireplaces, radiant heat and directed air to heat progressively larger spaces. Cooling, however, took much longer to work out. …