A Zoning System Upgrade Gives Greater Cleveland Homeowners a Leg Up

A Zoning System Upgrade Gives Greater Cleveland Homeowners a Leg UpIf you’re looking for a way to reduce your home’s energy usage, nothing quite beats a zoning system for your Cleveland area home. If you’ve never heard of such a thing, or have no idea how it works, here’s a short explanation. Read More »

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Take the Time This Spring for These 9 Tips for Improved Indoor Air Quality

Take the Time This Spring for These 9 Tips for Improved Indoor Air QualityImprove your home’s indoor air quality this spring with a few simple yet effective tips and tricks. Air pollution is not limited to the outdoors, and poor air quality in the home can result in increased allergy flare-ups and other health issues. So how should you go about improving air quality in your home? Read More »

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Schedule A/C Maintenance Before Your Home Requires Cooling

Schedule A/C Maintenance Before Your Home Requires CoolingWith summer heat and the high electric bills that come with it, homeowners in the Greater Cleveland area are looking for ways to conserve energy. The first step is A/C maintenance, which should keep your cooling system running efficiently all season long. Read More »

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Adding Insulation to Your Cleveland Home? Cellulose Vs. Fiberglass

Adding Insulation to Your Cleveland Home? Cellulose Vs. FiberglassAdding insulation to your greater Cleveland home improves its thermal barrier, allowing the structure to better resist heat movement through it, and increasing the home’s energy efficiency. The question is, which insulation type is best to employ? In a cold climate like Northeast Ohio’s, blown-in loose-fill fiberglass and cellulose offer the most bang for your buck. Learn their primary differences and similarities; then talk to your HVAC contractor to make the selection that best suits your needs and your budget. Read More »

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Believe It or Not, Ductwork Design Makes a Difference in Your Ohio Home

Believe It or Not, Ductwork Design Makes a Difference in Your Ohio HomeThe ductwork design of your home is just as important as the efficiency of its building materials and heating and cooling systems. Prioritizing ductwork design when you’re planning your new home results in more efficient overall HVAC operation and a more comfortable home. Learn the primary elements of good ductwork design, and make sure your contractor follows the leading industry standard for designing ducts, called Manual D. Read More »

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Pep Up Your Energy Savings with Accurate Settings on Your Programmable Thermostat

Pep Up Your Energy Savings with Accurate Settings on Your Programmable ThermostatWhether the long Northeast Ohio winter or our hot, muggy summers are causing your energy bills to soar, you can pep up your energy savings year-round by learning how to properly select and set a programmable thermostat. Selecting and setting it correctly involves matching its programmed settings to your comfort needs, and when the home is occupied, and learning the guidelines that promote savings. Read More »

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Is Your Water Heater on Its Last Leg? When to Replace Your Unit

Is Your Water Heater on Its Last Leg? When to Replace Your UnitThere’s no hard and fast rule when it comes to knowing when to replace a water heater. However, several factors combined can help you to determine if your storage tank water heater is on its last proverbial leg, or whether it has a year or two of service left. Here’s what to look for: Read More »

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Don’t Neglect Regular Plumbing System Maintenance

Don't Neglect Regular Plumbing System MaintenanceJust as the health of your heating and cooling systems depends on annual maintenance, plumbing system maintenance is crucially important as well. Maximize your investment in your home and put plumbing system maintenance at the top of your list this year. When you schedule this service, your technician will perform a system-wide inspection, which includes tasks such as these: Read More »

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Take the Time to Go Over This Home Safety Checklist in Your Cleveland Home

Take the Time to Go Over This Home Safety Checklist in Your Cleveland HomeEnsuring home safety is just one of the responsibilities of owning and living in a home. Electrical components are commonly used in homes, and homeowners sometimes store hazardous chemicals inside their homes. Further, fire hazards exist in homes that employ natural gas or where homeowners neglect to dispose of materials that increase the risk of fire hazards. Read More »

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Energy Evaluation Basics: What the Blower Door Test Entails

Energy Evaluation Basics: What the Blower Door Test EntailsIf you live in an older home, or you’ve noticed your energy bills steadily climbing, it may be time for an energy evaluation. Sure, you could go through your home identifying potentially leaky areas, but you’ll get better, targeted results with a professional energy evaluation. That’s mainly because a professional job involves the use of a blower door test. Learn how the test works, and why it’s a critical component to tightening up your home’s envelope. Read More »

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