When it comes to buying a home, it's important to remember to check out the status of the home's heating and cooling systems. Problems with HVAC equipment could lead to costly repairs or replacements that you're not prepared for after you sign the contract. Here are 5 HVAC tasks to add to your … [Read more...]
American Standard’s Attention to Sustainability
As people continue to use and consume large amounts of the earth's natural resources, sustainability and environmental friendliness are becoming increasingly important for companies and corporations worldwide. In response, the diligent teams at American Standard, a member of the Ingersoll Rand … [Read more...]
3 Ways to Improve Your Home’s Energy Efficiency
It only takes one prolonged cold snap or heat streak in Southeast Texas to reveal homes with energy efficiency problems. Drafty or stuffy rooms that feel uncomfortable despite constantly running A/C or heat is a telltale sign that your home could use some energy upgrades. Not only will energy … [Read more...]
Wanna Reduce Your Energy Bill By 30%? Check Your Ductwork
It may be hard to believe, but you could be wasting a lot of energy when you crank on your AC. Like a LOT of energy. And it's not because your air conditioner isn't the most efficient ENERGYSTAR air conditioner around; it's because your ductwork is leaking out all that cold air into your attic, … [Read more...]
Will Air Conditioning Enter the Space Age?
It might sound like something from a sci-fi movie, but the vast cold of space might one day help keep the buildings of planet Earth cool. Stanford engineers have found a way to transmit heat away from buildings directly into space using a thin material that can be placed on the top of a … [Read more...]
Is Your Attic Well Insulated? How to Tell and What To Do
You may wonder what attic insulation has to do with your home. After all, you live in Houston and Houston doesn't get that cold. But insulation not only helps keep homes warm during cold weather; it also helps homes retain cool air during hot weather. An attic that is loosing conditioned air means … [Read more...]
Are More Efficient Air Conditioners On the Horizon?
Willis Carrier developed air conditioning over 100 years ago. Since then, air conditioning has changed the way the world operates. The basic technology of the air conditioner has experienced very little alteration over the last century though. Scientists at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory … [Read more...]
4 Reasons to Consider Ductless Mini-Split Systems
Have you ever heard of a ductless mini-split system? These heating and cooling systems work similarly to a heat pump and have been popular in other countries for over thirty years. Now they're starting to make a name for themselves in the United States as well. Ductless mini-split systems … [Read more...]
Top Tips When Buying a New AC Unit in Houston
It’s sad but true—air conditioners don’t last forever. A/C units that are over 12 years old have pretty much fulfilled their life expectancy and can become cost prohibitive to repair. When it’s time to replace your air conditioner, here are some tips to help ensure that you’re making a wise … [Read more...]
Time to Get SEERious About Energy Efficiency
Due to a combination of hot temperatures and the rising cost of energy, many Texans and people around the country are now on a mission to get serious about their energy efficiency—and their air conditioner is often the first stop. However, homeowners often have lots of questions and concerns about … [Read more...]