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Furnace Repair Or Replace? 7 Signs That Show It’s Time To Install New Equipment

By Raj Rai | Published: March 20, 2012

As a homeowner, it’s common to have trouble deciding when the right time has come to replace your furnace. Fortunately, there are seven signs you can look for to help you determine if the time has come to go out and get a replacement unit. Share and Enjoy:

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The Energy Star Yardstick: A Useful Tool To See How Your Home Measures Up

By Raj Rai | Published: January 12, 2012

Various factors affect heating and cooling costs for an Ohio home, and the Energy Star Yardstick tool can help you effectively lock in savings. There are countless combinations of equipment, insulation levels, weather stripping, ductwork and air infiltration, all of which effect efficiency—or not. Share and Enjoy:

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Deciding On A Geothermal Heat Pump: Advanced Features You Should Consider

By Raj Rai | Published: December 16, 2011

A geothermal heat pump is similar to other types of heat pumps, but it’s more energy efficient, has lower operating costs and is a greener choice because of significantly reduced greenhouse gas emissions. Share and Enjoy:

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Heat-Pump Options For Ohio’s Climate: If You’re Upgrading Systems, Try Air-Source

By Raj Rai | Published: September 13, 2011

You can lower your energy consumption and your monthly utility costs by using an air-source heat pump. These units provide up to three times more heat energy than the electricity they consume. That’s because instead of converting fuel to heat, they transfer already-existing heat from one place to another. Air-source heat pumps can work efficiently [...]

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Air-Conditioning System Died? Use These Replacement Questions

By Raj Rai | Published: July 26, 2011

If parts of your air conditioner need to be replaced, or if you’re building a home and need to choose a new air-conditioning unit, be sure to purchase a product that will provide you with optimal efficiency levels. Once you’ve decided on the best equipment for your situation, you’ll need to have it installed. However, [...]

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How To Read HVAC Quotes For Installations

By Raj Rai | Published: July 18, 2011

HVAC quotes and installation estimates can be full of terms you don’t know or understand. And while you may not need to know the ins and outs of your entire heating and cooling system, you do need to understand the workings of some major parts in order to prevent the possibility of having unnecessary work [...]

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