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A few months after I moved into my home, I realized that the power bills were going to be sky high. The home had multiple levels but not very many ceiling fans or vents. I knew that I had to do something to make things right, so I contacted an HVAC contractor to get their advice. They told me that a ductless unit would help, so we installed one. This blog is all about keeping your power bills down, no matter where you live and no matter what your house is like. With a few little changes, you could protect your monthly budget.

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Your Thermostat Does More Than Regulate Your HVAC System: It Can Improve Your Sleep And Energy Level, Too
If you are like most people, you've probably heard a lot about saving on your energy costs by setting your thermostat low in the winter and higher in the summer. While the temperature setting on your thermostat does directly affect how much fuel you burn and can be an effective tool for conserving both energy and curtailing energy costs, it is not the only thing you should consider when you adjust the dial.

Water Heater Servicing For Rust Removal: 3 Tips To Get The Professionals In And Out Of Your Home In No Time
To prevent the inside surfaces of water heater tanks from rusting, sacrificial anodes are installed. These anodes basically corrode and get worn down before the water heater tank gets a chance to even begin to rust from the differences in electric potential between two metals. The condition of the sacrificial anode within water tank heaters with softeners should be checked out at least once every year or two years. You'll know that the water tank heaters are beginning to rust when the water supply becomes a reddish-brown hue, at which point, you'll need to hire a professional to clean out the rust in the water tank heaters and replace the sacrificial anode.

Think You Need a New Thermostat? Here's How You Can Make Sure
If the furnace and air conditioner act as the heart of your HVAC system, then consider the thermostat as the brain behind the operation. A thermostat failure can be a bit surprising, since it's the last part of your HVAC system you'd ever expect to suddenly stop working. If you think your HVAC system needs a new thermostat, here are some troubleshooting steps you can use to diagnose your thermostat.

3 Air Conditioning Services Recommended For Before Winter Approaches
If you make an effort to properly maintain and care for your central air conditioning unit, you can expect it to last you anywhere from 15 to 20 years. While most air conditioning units can be left alone for the most part of the year, you need to take extra precautions to prepare each unit for winter and for summer. You're most likely not going to use your air conditioning unit during the winter.

Severe Infantile Eczema? 3 Home Improvement Projects To Consider To Prevent Other Allergic Reactions
As much as 70% of children who had severe infantile eczema as babies develop asthma as they get older. There's actually a medical term for it—atopic march. This is the progression in allergic reactions that begins as infantile eczema and can develop into allergic rhinitis, asthma, and food allergies later in life. Researchers have found that when the skin is damaged by infantile eczema, a substance called TSLP (thymic stromal lymphopoietin) is released throughout the body.

8 Ways To Reduce Your Heating Bills
When winter rolls around, you may worry about how high your heating bills will be. The cost of heating up a home, especially if it is big, can be quite a lot. However, all hope is not lost. If you are willing to make a few changes, you can reduce your energy bills during the winter and save money. Here are eight effective ways to reduce your heating bills: Inspect Your Electrical Boxes for Gaps

How to Know If Your Air Conditioner's Condensate Drainage System Needs Repairs or Updates
Your central air-conditioning system can produce up to 20 gallons per day of condensate, which is water drawn from the air inside your home. For attic-mounted air-handling units, the need to contain and drain this condensate is critical, and several measures must be in place to prevent damage to the structure of your house. If your home contains a central air-conditioning system, and you have never taken the time to inspect its condensate drainage components, then it is worth your time to take a look at your system and note whether it contains deficiencies in design or construction.

How to Avoid Emergency Fuel-Delivery Fees from Running Out of Fuel This Winter
Running out of heating fuel in the middle of the winter can be stressful, especially if you are on a budget and an emergency service call will cause a hardship for you and your family. There are ways to get your furnace up and running to keep your home warm until your fuel-service supplier opens for business and can get the fuel trucks out to you. If you run out of fuel, stay calm and follow these steps to hold you over for a day or two.

How To Identify Mold Growth In Your Air Ducts
If you have recently had a flood issue in your home, then you may have also started to develop a mold problem. Using bleach to clean mold from all solid surfaces in your house is a great way to eliminate the vast majority of the mold spores. However, some spores may have moved into your ducts. When this happens, the spores can easily travel into your living space when the heat is turned on in the winter.

What You Need To Know About Popular Home Heating Options
Choosing the right heating solution for your home is important. Different systems are more efficient than others, but those less-efficient systems may be more effective at successfully heating your home on cold nights. If you are in need of a new heating option for your home, check out these five options to decide which is best for you. Gas/Electric Furnace Gas and electric furnaces are the fastest and most effective way to heat your home.