Every year, people all across America (except those in Arizona and Hawaii) move their clocks one hour forward in the spring and one hour back in the fall. While this practice that aims to make use of longer daylight hours in the evening has been in effect as a federal law since 1966, many people still have a hard time remembering which way the clock moves when Daylight Saving Time (DST) rolls around each year. This year, DST starts on March 10, which is the second Sunday of March, and ends on November 3…. Continue Reading
The Importance of the ENERGY STAR® Label
Whether you’re replacing an old heater or buying a new air conditioning unit, it’s important to always check for the blue ENERGY STAR® label. While it shows the technical specifications of the unit, it also serves as a buyer’s guide for those looking for the most energy-efficient unit possible.
3 Tips on Shopping for a New Heating System
Choosing the right heating system or air conditioner seems simple, but there are a lot of options that could make the selection process much harder. There are also a lot of things to consider, such as if the heater meets your comfort needs and your budget…. Continue Reading
Indoor Air Quality: Things You Need to Know
Not many homeowners realize that in the United States, the average home’s indoor air has up to 200 times more pollution than the outdoor air. Indeed, a typical family often generates such pollutants as smoke, dust, pollen, and other irritants every single day. Worse, they get recycled and circulated around the home via your HVAC system…. Continue Reading
Quality HVAC Installation: Why Is It Important?
Many homeowners take into account the need to find the best heating and cooling system for their home, so much so that they spend so much time on it. Many people, however, don’t realize that a quality installation is just as important as choosing the right system. It influences the way your HVAC system operates and you home’s comfort levels…. Continue Reading
