Cut A/C Costs With a Programmable Thermostat
January 12, 2013 | Posted in: Heating & Cooling Articles
One big problem with setback thermostats is that they can be tough to program. Remember VCRs? The 2009 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) commonly referred to as “the energy code”, requires at least one clock setback thermostat be installed in a new home. Setback thermostats- When properly programmed, can help reduce energy use by setting … Read More »
Study: Home Air Conditioning Cut Premature Deaths on Hot Days 80 Percent Since 1960
January 08, 2013 | Posted in: Heating & Cooling Articles
As winter begins to tighten its grip on much of the United States, air conditioning doesn’t seem like much of a survival strategy. But a new study has found that home air conditioning played a key role in reducing American death rates over the past half-century, by keeping people cool on extremely hot days. The … Read More »
Central A/C: Brands That Keep Their Cool
November 01, 2012 | Posted in: Heating & Cooling Articles
Big energy savings over earlier central air conditioners is one more reason to install a new unit or replace an old one that broke. But you may want to give Amana, Goodman, and York the cold shoulder. All three brands logged the most repairs in our latest reliability surveys of more than 40,000 readers who … Read More »
6 Simple Ways to Slash Your Winter Energy Bills
October 15, 2012 | Posted in: Heating & Cooling Articles
These simple DIY insulation projects from AARP The Magazine can help you save up to $1,000 on your energy bills this year. 1. Plug wall openings About 15% of air in the average home escapes through wall openings, an inconvenience that can be remedied by spraying insulating foam sealant around holes that lead to the … Read More »
What Happened to My Air Conditioner During a Power Outage?
July 23, 2012 | Posted in: Heating & Cooling Articles, Hot Tips
My AC was running great, then the power flickered off and then back on during a storm. Now it is blowing warm air. What should I do? Before calling Urgent Air, shut off the system from the thermostat for 20-30 minutes. Then turn the system back on. Now, hopefully your unit will be working properly. … Read More »
