Cooling season will soon be in full swing in McKinney and now is the time to schedule preventive air conditioner maintenance with a qualified HVAC professional. Preventive maintenance will go a long way toward preventing mid-summer breakdowns and ensuring that your air conditioner operates efficiently to lower your cooling costs. Here are a few common A/C … Continued Keep Reading
A new central air conditioning system can provide exceptional indoor comfort and greater efficiency when compared to models manufactured less than a decade ago. However, AC equipment is complex, and consumers may find the buying process confusing and slightly intimidating. Purchasing Considerations A sound air conditioner purchase is based on knowledge, research and a basic … Continued Keep Reading
No matter what time of year it is, energy savings are always important to North Texas homeowners. To get started, we’ve compiled 10 tips that will help you achieve maximum energy savings so that you’re ready for summer: Perform an annual inspection – If you want to know exactly how well your home’s operating in … Continued Keep Reading
The more warm or cool air that remains inside your home during heating and cooling, the more money you’ll save on energy. The correlation between air leakage and energy loss is simple to make. But, finding all the places where air leakage occurs and making sure all the cracks and other spaces are well-sealed is … Continued Keep Reading
Making the decision to spend the money on a new air conditioner can initially seem overwhelming. The good news is that the advantages far outweigh any negative thoughts that you may have on the matter. Here are seven compelling reasons to consider an A/C replacement before the summer heat wave hits. Tax credits – By purchasing … Continued Keep Reading
It may not feel like a “tropical breeze,” but if you’ve ever walked into a room and have known instantly that someone just sprayed air freshener, you know that sometimes even the smallest things can affect a home’s indoor air quality. From your bedrooms to your basement, you can take proactive steps to improve the … Continued Keep Reading
Once you’ve chosen a geothermal heat pump (GHP) as your home’s heating and cooling system, sizing it properly is the first step in the geothermal installation. Little about the process is do-it-yourself, and it’s critical you work closely with a trusted HVAC contractor to find the right size for the GHP and the underground loop field. … Continued Keep Reading
Should you upgrade to a new air conditioning system, or simply replace the ailing component? For owners of split A/C ore heat pump systems, this can be a challenging decision. Fortunately, when you take the time to learn why your entire system must be properly matched, you’ll be equipped to make the best choice with … Continued Keep Reading
What are you doing to ensure peak performance from the new heat pump in your McKinney-area home? The obvious way is to select an energy-efficient heat pump with an Energy Star rating. But preparation is required before your new heat pump is installed. Seal gaps in your home’s outer envelope: This decreases air infiltration and … Continued Keep Reading
If the air seems stale in your McKinney-area home, it might be because you’ve done a terrific job of sealing and insulating. But don’t get rid of all that weatherstripping. There’s a smarter way to optimize the air quality in your home. That’s with a ventilation strategy. With planning, you can easily enjoy the benefits … Continued Keep Reading
The sad truth is that many of us have hectic schedules, and it’s sometimes hard to know precisely when we’ll be home. If you can relate, perhaps it’s time that you learned about the great advantages that a smart programmable thermostat has to offer. If used wisely, it can help you get the energy usage … Continued Keep Reading
Are you considering an addition to your home? Finishing an attic or basement? Maybe converting a vacation cabin into a home you can use for more of the year? Spaces such as these need to be cooled and heated, and the tried-and-true route is usually running ductwork through the space and installing an air conditioner … Continued Keep Reading
