A home heater or furnace makes use of energy to generate and deliver heat. If it can deliver more heat with a certain quantity of energy, the heater is more efficient. Furnace makers work so hard to design products that can burn fuel more efficiently while using the lowest amount of energy to run the components that deliver heat to the whole house. So, the first step is to get a heater that is more energy efficient and to do heating repair often.
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Though it is easy to blame your high summer air conditioning bills on your old HVAC system or the sweltering weather, the reality is they are actually affected by a combination of five different factors. By making adjustments to any of these factors, you can lower your seasonal cooling costs. Here is more information on each of these five factors:
Factor #1: The Local Utility Rates
The first factor affecting your summer cooling costs is your local utility rates.
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If the flow from your hot water faucets is slower than water from your cold faucets, there could be a problem with your hot water heater. One reason hot water pressure gets weak is when sediment builds up in the tank. Here's why sediment is a problem and how you can get rid of it.
Why Sediment Builds Up And Causes Problems
If you live in an area with hard water, the minerals from the water will build up inside of the tank of the water heater.
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If your air conditioning didn't seem to keep things cool this year, you may be contemplating whether you should call for yet another service technician or just straight out replace the AC. Here, you'll find a few tips to help you determine if you should replace or repair your existing central air unit.
Age
The age of the unit should be one of the key determining factors. Old units are not as efficient as new ones, and those that are older than 10 years likely use Freon to cool the air.
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Increased energy costs, lack of airflow, issues reaching a set temperature, and problems maintaining your cooled air are all signs your AC system is in distress. The lack of air conditioning can be uncomfortable, but it can also affect your indoor air quality, increasing your risk of humidity, home damage, and health problems. Thankfully, proper understanding can help address the problem, preventing your AC system from failing or deciding it is time to invest in a new system.
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