Blog entries tagged with "air conditioning":


air conditioning: Energy Conservation Goes Way Beyond Fuel.... - 05/05/08 01:06 PM
Think about electricity efficiency as well as just fuel for energy savings.  Here is some energy data that you'll find interesting and compelling:
*Electricity use per home rose 23 percent from 1981 to 2001 according to the Department of Energy.
*The Census Bureau says 89 percent of single-family homes completed in 2006 within … (1 comments)

air conditioning: Fan Fare - 05/05/08 09:15 AM
 
If you're looking to stay cool and save on energy bills this summer, look up. A good ceiling fan, when properly used and maintained, can help keep your cooling and heating costs down throughout the year.
    To reap the maximum benefits - in comfort level and savings - it's important … (0 comments)

air conditioning: GreenAZ Newsletter - 05/02/08 03:23 PM
Please click on the link below if you would like to view my April GreenAZ Newsletter: 
Sincerely,
Patrick Walsh
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air conditioning: Earth Day April 22nd - 04/17/08 07:59 PM
We only have one Earth, so lets take care of our home each and everyday.
Here are some common sense remedies that we often overlook in our busy lives. 
Save energy
Use the Energy Star program (http://www.energystar.gov) to find energy efficient products for your home. The right choices can save families about 30% ($400 … (3 comments)

air conditioning: Poinciana Realtor Turns Green - 03/28/08 03:30 PM
As of yesterday, Darhlene Zeanwick became one of the only-3,100 realtors in the entire U.S. with Green Leadership certification from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and Poinciana's first "Green Realtor."  The research is voluminous.  Green really affects every aspect of life and lifestyle.  For example, do you have any idea … (0 comments)

air conditioning: Ultra Violet light: Does it really work? - 03/16/08 01:59 PM
When DNA is exposed to UV light, It's chemical bonding characteristics are altered so that cell reproduction no longer takes place - rendering the micro-organism harmless. The ultraviolet region of the electromagnetic spectrum has a frequency just below visible light. Ultraviolet light is nature's way of controlling micro-organisms.Outdoors, germs are naturally regulated … (3 comments)

air conditioning: Real estate heating and cooling problems - 02/22/08 05:24 PM
Do you really think it makes a difference in the quality of the showing of a home when the air and/or heat are off or are set at an unreasonable temperature for the weather?  Absolutely it does!A prospective buyer will not stay in your home long enough to determine whether they … (1 comments)

air conditioning: Remodeling Basics by Jeffrey Helton - 12/09/07 06:41 PM
I have lived and worked in the Ridgewood, NJ area for over 38 years and often I get asked about remodeling and how to avoid the many pitfalls that can insue. There are many ways a remodeling job can go south or end up with a less than satisfactory result. The … (3 comments)

air conditioning: 4/2, WITH acreage ! Fenced, new roof, new windows, 1604 under Air ! - 11/30/07 09:14 PM
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air conditioning: Established Heating, Air Conditioning, Duct Cleaning & Retail Service Business in Missoula, MT is For Sale! - 09/11/07 07:51 PM
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air conditioning: Oversized Garages Lead The List Of What Buyers Are Looking For - 08/18/07 04:19 PM
The NAR's latest survey says that home buyers in increasing numbers want garages with two or more spaces in their homes, according to the 2007 Profile of Buyers' Home Feature Preferences.
The last survey was in 2004 and oversized garages saw the biggest growth in terms of what recent buyers considered very important … (1 comments)

air conditioning: Keeping your Summer A/C Bills down! - 08/13/07 08:59 PM
The power company occasionally provides a list of ways to save on your power bill. They talk about putting in insulation, getting double pane windows, keeping your thermostat at a certain temperature, etc, etc.
But I want to pass along another great way to keep your house cool this summer and for many summers. … (0 comments)

air conditioning: Price Reduced on A Great New Construction Home in Mount Vernon - 07/26/07 11:47 AM
Beautiful New Construction Home! 4 Large Bedrooms, 2.5 Bath + Den/Office + A Huge Bonus Room. 3 Car Attached Garage. Large Beautiful Kitchen w/ Oak Cabinets, Hardwood Floors, an Island & Pantry. Formal Dining Room w/ Built-Ins. Family Room w/ Gas Fireplace. Huge Master Suite w/ Vaulted Ceiling, Large Walk-In Closet, … (1 comments)

air conditioning: Losing energy efficiency with RECESSED LIGHTING ?? - 07/03/07 12:29 AM
Losing energy efficiency with RECESSED LIGHTING It's a terrible thought right? Those beautiful, trendy canned lights sweeping the nation are costing me money? Well they could be depending how often you run your air conditioner and/or heater. Standard recessed lights need to be spaced away from ceiling insulation. Insulation which … (5 comments)

air conditioning: Simple Energy Saving Solutions - 06/23/07 11:43 PM
As a society, we seem to eschew simplicity in favor of technology. Here are some simpler approaches.
Want to save energy on heating and cooling? Adjust the thermostat up in summer and down in winter and dress appropriately--shorts and a tshirt are great for summer at home and wear a sweater in the winter. … (2 comments)

air conditioning: Cooling Your Home Naturally - 06/16/07 12:38 PM
Keeping cool indoors when it is hot outdoors is a problem. The sun beating down on our homes causes indoor temperatures to rise to uncomfortable levels. Air conditioning provides some relief. But the initial costs of installing an air conditioner and the electricity costs to run it can be high. … (0 comments)

air conditioning: HAVE YOU CHECKED YOUR AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM? - 05/27/07 01:39 PM
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air conditioning: Phoenix Area and Gold Canyon Arizona Summers ~ Prepare for Summer - 05/17/07 06:02 PM
It can get pretty hot in the Phoenix Arizona area in the summer. Triple digit temperatures are the norm. Homes in Arizona depend on their air conditioners to handle the extreme heat and function well. Have you had an air conditioner technician check your air conditioner this year?It’s a good idea … (0 comments)

air conditioning: If summer falls on a Sunday this year, I think I will have a barbeque. - 04/23/07 10:37 PM
My husband claims that he overheard someone say this in the grocery store one day.  He might have made it up, but it does show how short our summers can be.  Nevertheless, it is a glorious time of year!  I put plants on my deck from Memorial Day to Labor day, … (4 comments)

air conditioning: Energy Loss through Air Duct Leakage: A Detailed Report - 04/15/07 10:29 PM
I understand that this will be more information than many will want to look at, but it's a detailed study with the conclusions explained and the source is very credible.
Air Handler Leakage:Field Testing Results in Residences
James B. Cummings, Chuck Withers, Janet McIlvaine, Jeff Sonne, Matt LombardiFlorida Solar Energy Center (FSEC)
FSEC-RR-138-03
Abstract
Testing … (1 comments)

air conditioning: Allergy-Proof Your Home - 03/08/07 07:05 PM
Some good information from WEB MD regarding allergies... 
Allergy-Proof Your HomeClick the links to find out what you can do to make your home allergy free.
Kitchen | Living Room | Bedroom | Bathroom | Basement
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air conditioning: Save on REPAIRS! - 08/14/06 12:30 PM
                            You will find this information very helpful whether you are a home owner or thinking about buying one!  Researchers at Freddie Mac have put together a list for us of life expectancies of various home systems and major appliances and published it on The Old House Web at http://www.oldhouseweb.com/stories/detailed/267.shtml   … (0 comments)

air conditioning: Switching Saves Energy - 07/25/06 07:47 AM
If your newspaper doesn't carry a column called American Energy, this may bring you up to date. as of early this year, air conditioning companies are no longer allowed to produce units with a seer less than 13. That's the energy efficiency rating. It used to be that you paid more … (2 comments)



 
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