Finding and identifying the cause of water damage can be complicated. Water travels the path of least resistance, so water leaking from an upstairs bathroom could pop-up along a can light in your Kitchen. If there is a roof leak, the water reaching your ceiling and will travel to the lowest point, often a ceiling fixture […] […]
2017 has come and gone; now it’s time. You know what I’m talking about… Resolutions. This is the year that we tell ourselves we are truly going to stick to our guns and fulfill those resolutions. We say it each and every year. Some succeed while others, like myself, get pulled down a deep […] […]
With the recent cold US cold burst, homeowners are absolutely thinking about the cost of heating right now. Whether you’re about to build a new home or don’t want to spend any more money repairing your old heating system, you should consider a geothermal system for your home. There are several benefits for homeowners […] […]
On the Road Holidays cause distractions Look out for distracted drivers and children pulling away from their parents in parking lots. People are more distracted and parking lots are busier than usual during the holidays. Remind teen drivers to be on high alert during the holidays because other people are often more distracted, and the […]
The sun creates a lot of heat. Use it. Open blinds on the windows on the south-side of your home during the day to allow sunlight to heat your home via convection, make sure to close them at dusk to reduce the chill from those cold windows. If you have drafty windows, make sure to […]
With the recent growth in the housing market and new construction, there have also been outstanding technological developments in the industry. There are many different opinions and projections buzzing around the industry, and a couple of them caught our attention. 3D Printing The idea of “3D printing a house” is an innovative concept that is […]
Ultraviolet HVAC devices can be very beneficial when added to your system, most importantly killing cold and flu germs. Find out how a UV devices and help your family. Clean and Balanced Airflow Ultraviolet technology has been utilized in air cleaners since the 90’s. UV devices were used to improve IAQ (Indoor Air Quality) in circulatory […]
Is your HVAC system on its last leg? Average life of an HVAC system is 12-15 years. Air conditioners typically last 10-15 years and furnaces typically last 15+ years. Bad news, chances are the people who owned the home before you, probably didn’t take proper care of it. HVAC systems work like human beings… […] […]
ENERGY STAR® What You Should Know about ENERGY STAR® The government-backed symbol for energy efficiency, providing simple, credible, and unbiased information that consumers and businesses rely on to make well-informed decisions. Thousands of industrial, commercial, utility, state, and local organizations—including more than 40 percent of the Fortune 500®—rely on their partnership with the U.S. Environmental […]
When you’re retrofitting an older home, take time to evaluate the hot water system. We all know we need to do our part to conserve energy. In the end of the day, experts say 30% of a home’s energy budget is consumed by heating water. That’s a lot of money left on the table. A lot of […]
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The RS7210 Color Touchscreen, Wi-Fi® thermostat was designed for the professional installer to regain and maintain thermostatic controls business with their customers. Powered by WPeMatico
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Programmable thermostats were first certified by Energy Star in 1995; however, they were removed from the government-backed program in 2009 because, on their own without proper programming, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) disqualified them as energy-saving products. Powered by WPeMatico
While smart thermostats are certainly on the rise for the residential market, the commercial side has experienced a much slower adoption rate. While a residential building has fewer people to heat or cool and a smaller space, commercial buildings aren’t as simple. Larger spaces and more people can make for a difficult heating and cooling […]