Efficient Thermostat Settings: What Should I Turn the Thermostat to During the Day?

Efficient Thermostat Settings in St. Louis

As a practical homeowner, you are probably always looking for various ways to save money and lower your heating and cooling bills. One way to do this is to adjust your thermostat settings based on the time of the day or whatever the season is. Making small changes in your thermostat settings can have a big impact on efficiency over time as the savings add up. Aside from adjusting your thermostat settings, you can also contact a reliable heating and … Continue reading Efficient Thermostat Settings: What Should I Turn the Thermostat to During the Day?

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Do’s and Don’ts for HVAC Energy Efficiency

With the colder weather upon us, it is important to have your heating system ready and up to the task of providing warmth and comfort to you and your loved ones this winter season. However, when it comes to heating your home, the costs can get pretty expensive. We have provided a list of some do’s and don’ts to help you improve the efficiency of your HVAC system this winter and keep your system working efficiently all winter long. If … Continue reading Do’s and Don’ts for HVAC Energy Efficiency

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The Pros & Cons of Multi Zone Heating and Cooling

Zone Heating and Cooling System in St. Louis

Tired of the countless arguments over who gets control of the thermostat? Worried over the rising costs of utility bills? Then a multi zone heating and cooling system could be the answer you are looking for. Compared to a traditional, single-zoned HVAC system, this system allows you to have greater control over the heat distribution in the home. You can turn up or lower down the heat or AC wherever you need it—resulting in greater savings on your energy bill. … Continue reading The Pros & Cons of Multi Zone Heating and Cooling

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Top Commercial HVAC Service Contract Benefits

If there is one thing certain about machines, it is that they love to break down on us at seemingly the most inconvenient times. However, when you manage or own a commercial building, you need to eliminate as much uncertainty as possible while also being smart with your money. This is exactly why we recommend HVAC service contracts to our commercial customers. An HVAC service contract keeps your system running in top condition and helps make sure you are not … Continue reading Top Commercial HVAC Service Contract Benefits

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How Does a Zoned HVAC System Work?

If you are living with someone else in your home, it is more than likely that there are times when it can be hard to agree on a temperature setting. Some people want it warm and toasty, while others prefer to live inside a cool home. The good news is that having different temperatures in different parts of the house can be possible with a zoned HVAC system. This is where each zone has its own thermostat that can be … Continue reading How Does a Zoned HVAC System Work?

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Building Energy Efficiency: Common Sources of Energy Loss in Commercial Buildings

Building Energy Efficiency | Sources of Energy Loss

Much like how a car depreciates in value the moment it is driven off the lot, your commercial building’s energy efficiency starts to decrease immediately after construction. As time and use take their toll on the structure and the machinery inside of it, electricity bills start to rise. Seeing as how a big part of running a business is not only to make money, but to also prevent its loss, we thought it would be helpful to provide a short … Continue reading Building Energy Efficiency: Common Sources of Energy Loss in Commercial Buildings

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Do-It-Yourself Home Energy Assessment

While the best way to conduct a complete Home Energy Assessment is to contact a professional, you can also conduct a basic walk-through on your own. Although it may not be as thorough as a professional Home Energy Assessment, the do-it-yourself Home Energy Assessment will save you time and money while helping you pinpoint some of the more noticeable problems that are draining your energy! Energy-saving technology has become more and more desirable in recent years, and for good reason … Continue reading Do-It-Yourself Home Energy Assessment

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5 Heating Mistakes to Avoid This Fall and Winter

With energy costs reaching all-time highs, it is more important than ever to avoid making as many heating mistakes as possible. As fall and winter approach, people throughout the St. Louis area are shutting down their air conditioning and preparing their HVAC systems for a long season of cold weather. For many, this means high energy bills as they try to keep their home warm. Nevertheless, there are many heating mistakes that can be easily avoided to save you money … Continue reading 5 Heating Mistakes to Avoid This Fall and Winter

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Does Closing Off Vents Improve Heating Energy Efficiency?

There has always been a notion that closing off vents to rooms where you do not need the heat actually improved heating energy efficiency. While this might sound like a logical thing to do, it is actually far from it and there are many reasons as to why this is so. First, before we look at the reasons why closing off vents will not increase heating energy efficiency, it is important to consider that is always best to turn to … Continue reading Does Closing Off Vents Improve Heating Energy Efficiency?

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A Four Seasons Guide to Home Energy Efficiency

Your energy costs can be very high especially if you have an inefficient HVAC system or one that is poorly maintained, as heating and cooling typically account for a majority of the energy usage in any home or business. There are some tips that can be used to improve home energy efficiency, but unfortunately, we often fail to implement most of them. Another major problem is a lack of knowledge when it comes to managing seasonal home energy efficiency. You … Continue reading A Four Seasons Guide to Home Energy Efficiency

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