Tag Archives: utility bills

Does A Geothermal System Need More Preventive Maintenance Than A Conventional One?

By Eric Detmer | Published: July 7, 2011

If you’ve been looking into geothermal heating systems for your home, you probably already know about the many benefits they offer. Geothermal energy can significantly reduce your utility bills and

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Key Factors That Contribute To Poor Ductwork Design, And What You Can Do About It

By Eric Detmer | Published: June 29, 2011

Ductwork design is a crucial part of a good central cooling and heating system, and unfortunately, many contractors cut corners or simply aren’t adept at designing and installing duct systems

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Geothermal Air Conditioning Factors To Know Before Upgrading

By Eric Detmer | Published: June 16, 2011

Geothermal heat pumps are an energy-efficient option for cooling your home in climates like ours here in the Dayton area. In fact, according to EnergyStar, geothermal systems with the Energy

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Planned Maintenance Means Solid Service

By Eric Detmer | Published: April 25, 2011

How many times have you put off — or forgotten all about — scheduling your annual preventive maintenance appointment? You don’t have to think about it if you have an

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Air Filters Make A Difference: Which One Do You Need?

By Eric Detmer | Published: April 20, 2011

It may seem counterintuitive, but indoor air is often more polluted than the air outside. That’s one reason it is important to use quality air filters and change them regularly.

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A/C Preventive Maintenance: What You Can Expect

By Eric Detmer | Published: March 30, 2011

People buy health insurance to ensure good health. If you don’t have it, you pay big when there’s a problem. When you do have it, it’s easier to get checkups

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Big Tax Credits On For Geothermal Heat Pumps

By Eric Detmer | Published: March 7, 2011

Did you miss out on the 2010 federal energy efficiency tax credits?  Thankfully, there are plenty more opportunities to take advantage of tax credits that expire in 2011 or later.

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Measure Your Home’s Energy Saving Potential With A New Online Tool

By Eric Detmer | Published: March 3, 2011

Here in the Dayton/Springfield area many of us use our home comfort systems year-round, so we never get a break from high utility bills. There are ways to cut those

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The Key To Efficiency And Reliability Is Preventive Maintenance

By Eric Detmer | Published: February 1, 2011

Experts report that heating and cooling equipment eat up the most energy in the average American home. Due to weather conditions in the Dayton area, the typical homeowner regularly uses

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