Archive for 'Heating & Air'
An Introduction to Portable Air Conditioners and Window Air Conditioners
In periods of hot weather, everyone has its little trick to preserve some freshness inside the house: put a wet towel over the windows, place a bowl of ice in front of a fan… But from a certain temperature, these tips are no longer sufficient, and we must move to more effective solutions. Maybe you [...]
Posted: May 19th, 2011 under Heating & Air.
Tags: air conditioner, air conditioners, portable air conditioners, window air conditioners
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The Benefits of Air Source Heat Pump Technology
The air source heat pump consists of three primary parts which include the heat exchanger that is responsible for the removal of heat, the compressor that elevates air temperature, and the heating tube or radiator which transfers the heat. The heating or cooling of the air or water is caused by the refrigerant moving through [...]
Posted: December 5th, 2010 under Heating & Air.
Tags: air source heat pumps, cooling, energy, geothermal, heat pump, heating
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Improve Your Fireplace With A Wood Fireplace Insert
There is nothing cozier than relaxing in front of a fire on a cold day, and traditional fireplaces have a classic beauty and charm that appeals to many. However, traditional fireplaces are not the most efficient means to heat a home. Most of the heat in a wood-burning fireplace escapes from the chimney. A wood [...]
Posted: October 26th, 2010 under Heating & Air.
Tags: atlanta fireplace, atlanta wood stove, fireplace insert, fireplace inserts, fireplaces, wood stoves
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Types of Household Furnaces
The furnaces can be divided into four categories -.house hold, industrial, metallurgical, and incinerating. The household furnaces are designed to be installed inside or outside the homes and are mainly used to heat water and keep the homes warm in winter times. Usually, fuels like natural gas, coals, water, and wood are used to run [...]
Posted: September 19th, 2010 under Heating & Air.
Tags: industrial furnaces
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How To Maintain Trane Air Conditioners
Properly maintained, Trane air conditioners will adequately cool your home for years. With just a little work and effort, yours should be able to sufficiently get you through the hot and sweaty summer months. Tranes are top of the line devices that come equipped with decent warranties but they still should be kept in good [...]
Posted: September 13th, 2010 under Heating & Air.
Tags: air conditioner, air conditioners, appliances, Home Improvement, trane, trane air conditioners
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Keep Your Summer Cool With Regular Air Conditioning Maintenance
We tend to take our appliances for granted until they stop working. This is true for our air conditioning and heating systems as well that typically seem to fail on the hottest day of the summer or coldest day in the winter. Getting service in the middle of the season, the busiest for heating and [...]
Posted: August 25th, 2010 under Heating & Air.
Tags: air conditioning repair
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Air Conditioning Installation – Find Out How to Install a Small Air Conditioner
If your air conditioner is not working properly, you may need to hire a repair person. However, you might also find that you need to replace it altogether, in which case you can simply purchase a new one and install it on your own. Find out the steps to take for air conditioning installation before [...]
Posted: August 13th, 2010 under Heating & Air.
Tags: air conditioning installation, fremont
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Why is Insulation So Important For an Underfloor Heating System?
A heated interior is important if you want to escape the vagaries of inclement weather. It becomes easier to go about your daily work once you don’t have to waste all your energy in keeping warm. However, there are some essentials that you need to consider while trying to heat your home. One of the [...]
Posted: July 30th, 2010 under Heating & Air.
Tags: heating system, underfloor heating system
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Heating Oil Price Protection Plans – The Big Five Misconceptions
There are several common misconceptions regarding heating oil plans. As a result of complicated and confusing pricing agreements or contracts, every year a group of consumers feels cheated and consequently, angry with their oil company. Below is a list of the some of the most common misconceptions. 1. When the market price drops below your [...]
Posted: May 23rd, 2010 under Heating & Air.
Tags: heating oil contracts, heating oil plans, heating oil price protection plans, heating oil pricing
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Air Conditioning and Heating – A Home HVAC System Can Be Properly Maintained With Little Expense
Very few home owners understand how a heating or cooling system work to provide a comfortable environment. Most home owners probably do not even care, until the system loses its effectiveness or fails completely. Depending upon the problem, the cost can be as little as $30 or as much as several thousand dollars. There is [...]
Posted: April 19th, 2010 under Heating & Air.
Tags: air conditioner, air conditioning, air filters, cooling, furnace, heat pump, heating, HVAC, vent
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