Most homeowners don’t understand the role the attic plays in whole-house energy efficiency. You need to take action on your attic’s insulation, ventilation and sealing to ensure your home is as efficient as it can be. By addressing each of the following...
Heat pumps, like most mechanical systems, will have problems once in a while. Understanding what the most common problems are and what you can do about them is a part of heat pump ownership. Common Heat Pump Issues Ice forming on the heat pump – To heat the...
Three of the ways that some homeowners use to lower energy bills can actually drive up the cost of keeping a home comfortable. Because heating and cooling costs absorb about half of the energy budget, it’s easy to understand why saving energy is crucial. For...
Even in Tampa’s relatively mild winters, a frosty heat pump is normal. If there’s too much frost to the point of ice on the outside unit, however, there’s a heat pump problem requiring attention. Read on to learn what steps to take if your heat pump has iced...
We all know that HVAC systems require air filters, which prevent dirt from getting into the system. The coil, blower fan, heat exchanger and other parts can be damaged by dirt. An air filter that’s not changed when it’s dirty can slow down the system,...
Are you looking for ways to save energy and money in your home? You may be turning off lights and changing the thermostat setting, yet your energy bills may not be changing all that much. What’s next? Here are five ways you may be sabotaging your energy saving...