Posts Tagged ‘Energy Star’
Energy Star-certified Appliances Can Save You Money
Home heating and cooling has been revolutionized in the past 10-15 years. If you don’t have an Energy Star-approved appliance, the money you think you are saving by not making a purchase could be getting burned up in your inefficient unit.
Read MoreThose Restored Federal Tax Credits–In a Few Months, They’ll Be Retired
In January, Congress renewed the 25C tax credits for energy-efficient heating and cooling equipment, as well as some home improvements. If you had been thinking about a system replacement, this was welcome news. But you may not have rushed out to get that new system, because you had a whole year to act. Well, the…
Read MoreAn Introduction to SEER Efficiency Ratings
Air conditioning units may look similar, but they’re not all built to the same quality, and they do not all have the same SEER efficiency ratings. It’s important to understand the difference. SEER means Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio, a measure of how well your A/C or heat pump converts electricity into cooling during a season.…
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 MoreYou’ve Seen The Energy Star Logo — But Are You Familiar With The Most Efficient Label?
If there’s any possible way to make the search for new heating and cooling equipment exciting, the a new high-efficiency category introduced by the federal Energy Star program may be just what the homeowner ordered. As a step up from the long-standing Energy Star logo, the Most Efficient label represents the “best of the best”…
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