Posts Tagged ‘energy efficiency’
Tightening Your Wichita Home: a Homeowner’s Guide to Caulk
This time of year, many homeowners are busy getting their homes ready for winter. And that includes air sealing. The most common materials used to seal air leaks, of course, are caulk and weatherstripping.
Read MoreInsulating Your Wichita Home: How an R-Value Can Vary
The Old Farmer’s Almanac is calling for the 2013-2014 winter to be much colder and much wetter than normal. This may not be cutting-edge science, but if you have ever spent a cold winter’s night in a poorly insulated home in Wichita, you will not want to take chances. There’s still time to ensure that…
Read MoreMinimizing Yard Damage During Your Geothermal Installation
If you’re considering a geothermal installation on your property because of the myriad benefits, you may have fears about what the project will do to your yard. After all, you’ve probably put a lot of time and money into beautifying your landscape.
Read MoreTankless Water Heating: A Good Fit for Your Wichita Home?
Is it time to replace your water heater? Most Wichita homeowners are familiar with traditional tank–also called storage–water heaters. But there’s another type of water heater that you’ve probably heard about, and now might be an opportune time to explore that option. Is tankless water heating a good fit for your Wichita Home? Here are…
Read MoreThe Energy-Efficient Home: How Your Systems Work in Sync
Committed to making your home more energy efficient? A key is understanding the whole-house systems approach. After all, the systems in your home work in sync. Thus, your home’s systems are much like the parts of your body. When one area suffers, it negatively affects another. For example, you can’t achieve an energy-efficient home if…
Read MoreControlling Your Cooling Costs: There’s No Need to Break the Budget Just to Beat the Heat
When it comes to home ownership, you can do yourself a big favor by controlling cooling costs. Keeping your home comfortable in the summer can be an expensive proposition. Rather than helplessly paying those high cooling bills, follow a few reasonable steps toward making your home more energy efficient without breaking the bank.
Read MoreYour Split Air Conditioning System: Why the 2 Sides Need to Match Up
What happens when only one component of your split air conditioning system starts to give you trouble? While you might assume that the solution is to simply replace the ailing component, the answer is actually more complex than that. Here’s why properly matching the indoor and outdoor units of your split system A/C is so important.
Read MoreGetting the Most From Your High-Efficiency Heat Pump
Investing in a high-efficiency heat pump is a substantial purchase for most homeowners, and it’s only natural to expect the best performance from it. The energy efficiency of your home, your ductwork and the placement of the outdoor condenser will all help your heat pump reach its SEER (seasonal energy efficiency ratio).
Read MoreFinding the Most Qualified Contractor for Your A/C Installation
Finding a qualified contractor for A/C installation is crucial. Two of the main causes of air conditioning problems are improper installation and inadequate maintenance. If you choose an HVAC contractor who doesn’t install your unit properly, you will wind up with a lifetime of system inefficiencies and unnecessary repairs.
Read MoreDon’t Put off an Air Conditioner Replacement When You Stand to Gain So Much Right Now
Have you been avoiding that inevitable air conditioner replacement? Putting it off may not be the best choice. Here’s a look at what you stand to gain by making the decision to upgrade to high-efficiency cooling equipment right now.
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