Improve Household Efficiency And Cut Back Those High Energy Costs

household efficiency, Salt Lake City, UtahJust about everyone likes a scavenger hunt — those journeys of adventure that reveal the unknown. For a practical twist, try a hunt that will improve household efficiency, and cut your high energy costs at the same time. Doing so will expose those unknown energy consumers in your home and help you turn trouble spots into energy savings. Read More »

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Springtime Is The Right Time For A/C Maintenance

a/c maintenance, Salt Lake City, UtahYour home air-conditioning system is a major investment that should, under ideal conditions, reward you with comfort and energy savings. But A/C maintenance is necessary, on an annual basis, to ensure peak efficiency and optimal home comfort.  Read More »

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Duct Maintenance — 3 Reasons Professional Duct Cleaning Should Be Considered

duct maintenance, Salt Lake City, UtahDuct maintenance is intended to improve the quality of your indoor air by clearing out pollution that’s accumulated within your home’s air ducts. This noxious buildup can contribute to health problems and uncomfortable symptoms, if allowed to remain in your home and recirculate into your air supply.  Read More »

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What To Look For In A Programmable Thermostat

programmable thermostat, Salt Lake City, UtahThinking about replacing the manual thermostat in your home with a new programmable unit? It’s a great idea, as you’ve probably heard that, if the thermostat is installed and placed properly, you’ll save significantly on your utilities each month. What’s more, there’s no compromise in comfort required to achieve this savings. Read More »

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Carbon Monoxide Is A Year-Round Threat — Are You Prepared?

carbon monoxide, Salt Lake City, UtahMany  homeowners associate carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning with wintertime. Especially around the holidays, we see tragic news coverage of families devastated by CO gas from a space-heater or a gas cooking stove used to heat a home. But CO is not just a winter problem – great danger may also exist year round – no matter what the weather. Read More »

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Dealing With Dust Buildup In Your Air Conditioner

dealing with dust, Salt Lake City, UtahWe all have our share of dust to deal with. Often, we can see it floating in the air in a shaft of sunlight or settling on furniture. Homeowners should also be aware of dust that can accumulate — unseen — inside the air conditioner. Your A/C equipment, although it’s sturdy and built tough, can be damaged by abrasive dust and clogged with dust buildup inside its components.  Read More »

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The Initial Costs Of An HVAC Upgrade Can Be Deceiving, Always Consider The Lifetime Costs

energy efficient hvac system, Salt Lake City, UtahWe’re all bargain shoppers these days, but most of us know – from experience – that the lowest priced product doesn’t always turn out to be the best deal. That’s especially true of a long-term investment such as an HVAC upgrade. Read More »

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Keeping Your HVAC System In Top Condition Can Help Improve Indoor Air

indoor air qualityPreventive maintenance is your best friend if you want to improve your home’s indoor air quality, or IAQ. The air inside our homes often has worse quality than outdoors. Common, everyday things such as wet carpeting, household cleaning products, craft and hobby projects and more can cause harmful emissions to be released and trapped inside our homes, contaminating our air supply. Read More »

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If You’re Upgrading Your Air Conditioner, You’re Going To Need Expert Consultation

upgrading your air conditioner, Salt Lake City, UtahOnce you’ve decided on upgrading your air conditioner, you’re well on your way to energy savings. Today’s models are much more efficient than those installed even a few years ago and can keep your northern Utah home comfortable using much less energy. In order to enjoy this long-term savings and comfort, however, you must select the best new A/C system for your home and family needs. Read More »

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Heat Pump Efficiency Explained

heat pump efficiency, Salt Lake City, UtahYou have lots of company if your heating bills are prompting you to look at ways to conserve energy. In fact, if you’re like many Utahans, you’re investigating a heat pump — an energy-efficient alternative to running a furnace. Read More »

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