How To Inspect Your HVAC

January 27th, 2016 Categories: Random Thoughts

Falling leaves and budding trees are semi-annual signals to inspect HVAC systems to make sure heating and air conditioning flow freely and efficiently. Some mechanical components, like the flue pipe that expels carbon monoxide, should only be checked by a professional. But you can eyeball other HVAC parts and save money on house calls and fuel bills. Read the rest of this entry »

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Whole-House Fans: Maximum Cool, Minimum Cost

January 14th, 2016 Categories: Random Thoughts

For moderate climates, a whole-house fan can reduce your need for air conditioning except for the hottest days. To keep your house cool, a whole-house the fan uses powerful suction to pull air from all parts of your home, creating cooling circulation and replacing hot, inside air with cooler outside air. Read the rest of this entry »

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Ceiling Fans: Keep Your Cool; Save Money, Too

January 12th, 2016 Categories: Random Thoughts

A ceiling fan doesn’t actually cool a room, but it does make you feel cooler because of the slight wind chill on your skin. That means you can raise the thermostat and feel just as comfortable. Read the rest of this entry »

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Power-Assisted Roof Vents: Lose the Heat and Save the Money

January 7th, 2016 Categories: Random Thoughts

Soffit and roof exhaust vents protect your house from the buildup of excessive heat in your attic, but sometimes passive air ventilation is not enough. A power-assisted roof vent uses a motorized fan to suck hot air out of your attic, keeping your house cooler and drier while reducing potential problems such as rot, mold, and ice dams. Read the rest of this entry »

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Ceiling Fans: Know the Spin Before You Install

January 6th, 2016 Categories: Random Thoughts

Installing a ceiling fan is fairly simple, especially if there is an existing light fixture. Once you’ve figured out where to put the fan, make sure you’ve got the right electrical requirements.  Read the rest of this entry »

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Passive Roof Vents: Helping Your House Breathe Easy

January 5th, 2016 Categories: Random Thoughts

Passive roof vents encourage natural air flow and work without the aid of motorized fans. Roof vents enhance the overall comfort of the house by providing escape hatches for hot, stale, moist air, which can reach temperatures of 150 degrees in summer. Read the rest of this entry »

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