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On the hottest and coldest days of the year, do you cringe as you listen to your HVAC equipment run continuously? Do you anticipate an energy bill that will take a large bite out of your monthly budget, looking for other areas to cut back on?  According to the EPA, nearly half of the energy … Continued

According to the Department of Energy, operating the average furnace will represent about half of your monthly utility bill. That’s a lot.  If you’re looking for ways to make your home more efficient, the most obvious place to start looking is at your heating system. If you haven’t replaced your furnace in a few years, … Continued

Is there a room in your home that feels a little colder than the others? Or a room where you open windows because it’s always the hottest room in the home?  That could be a sign of something wrong with the air flow with your HVAC equipment.  HVAC is defined as the system used to … Continued

As you remodel your home, no matter what decor you select or furnishings you buy, the desire to make your home better comes at the top of your list. More efficient.  Yet what a lot of homeowners face after a remodel is a negative impact on the home’s air quality.  Dust, debris, pollutants, and other … Continued

Homeowners often look for ways to lower monthly heating bills. Unfortunately, there are lots of ways that hurt more than help.  Before the temperatures dip below freezing, and you start playing with your thermostat to control the flow of heat, consider these simple ways of ensuring your home stays as efficient as possible.  Stop heating … Continued

Humidity isn’t something homeowners across the Front Range have to worry about. We live in a dry climate, one that is more pronounced in the winter months.  If humidity levels aren’t managed right, you can experience dry skin or even respiratory discomfort. It can add to allergy or asthma conditions.  According to the American Society … Continued

There’s often a misconception about what refrigerant is and how it operates inside your AC unit.  Refrigerant is what allows your air conditioner to operate and provide a cooled air supply inside your home. Refrigerant isn’t a fuel, but instead, is a chemical compound that moves through the AC unit to facilitate the heat transfer … Continued

The next time your HVAC system turns on, listen to the process. When either your furnace or air conditioner starts to run, you’ll likely hear a lot of power rushing into the unit to begin the process. A whoosh of power moves in and moves the various parts into action.  That much power rushing in … Continued

Your HVAC is one of the most essential systems in your home. Without it, the air supply wouldn’t be adequately conditioned in the summer and winter, and indoor air quality might impact your health.  When HVAC is installed, it’s designed to function according to the current requirements inside your home. Over the years, your goals … Continued

Imagine the hottest day of the summer. The temperatures climb – 95, 96, 97. This is the worst possible time for an air conditioner to freeze up. And yet it happens quite frequently.  A freeze up occurs when ice forms on the outside of the unit. With central air conditioners, the system can also freeze … Continued