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Filter Changes Keep Your Furnace Operating Efficiently
One of the simplest and most effective things you can do to keep your HVAC system operating efficiently is to change the furnace filter regularly. The filter is your system’s first line of defense against dust and other debris and is a key factor in keeping your indoor air clean. Why Is the Furnace Filter So Important? The primary job of the filter is to keep the air flowing through the ductwork clean. Unfiltered air leads to a buildup of …
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4 Ways to Heat an Older Home
Many older homes throughout the Chicago area aren’t equipped with the newer doors, windows, and insulation that keep a home warm in the winter. Upgrading your heat system can be expensive. However, there are numerous ways to effectively heat your home, enhance your heating system, and improve energy efficiency without breaking the bank. Seal Your Home Most older homes have fireplaces that might not be in use. Even if they are in use, many of them are not in the …
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How to Conduct a Simple DIY Home Energy Audit
An energy audit examines your home’s energy use and identifies sources of waste or inefficiency so that energy-saving methods can be implemented. You can conduct an energy audit of your home quite easily without any special tools or expertise. Knowing what to look for can help you on your way to saving energy in your Chicago-area home. Your home energy audit should mainly examine your windows and doors, HVAC system, and lighting. You will be able to identify problems you …
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Proper Home Ventilation Impacts Both Comfort and Energy Consumption
A hot, stuffy house is far from comfortable during a humid Chicago summer. You could blast the air conditioner to cool off, but your energy bills will climb as a result. Instead of turning to air conditioning, use home ventilation as your first line of defense against discomfort and high energy bills. Here are three ways to ventilate your home this summer.
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4 Home Insulation Misconceptions
Home insulation is a major factor in your home’s overall energy efficiency, and it must be installed correctly for proper performance. Several common misconceptions can harm the performance of your home insulation and leave you with higher heating and cooling costs. Insulation Stops Air Infiltration The main job of home insulation is to slow the heat transfer between the indoors and the outdoors, allowing your home to maintain a stable temperature with minimal energy input. To stop the flow of …
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Lower Cooling Costs During a Hot Chicago Summer
If remembering what you paid to keep your home comfortable last summer makes you cringe, it’s time to make a change. Just in time for warmer weather, here are five tips to reduce cooling costs in your Chicago home. Keep Interior Heat Gain to a Minimum Start by reducing the amount of heat you generate inside. Refrain from running the dishwasher, doing laundry and baking during the day. Save these activities for after dark. Cook with the microwave or outside …
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How Ceiling Fan Direction Impacts Energy Efficiency and Comfort
Did you know that changing your ceiling fan direction can help you heat and cool your home more efficiently? It can save you on energy costs while keeping your home more comfortable throughout the year. Cooling in the Warmer Months There’s a common myth that turning on a ceiling fan will bring down the temperature in your home. If you measure the temperature in the room where a ceiling fan is running, you will find that the temperature isn’t going …
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Thermostats Are Just One Way to Save Energy Year Round
If you’re frustrated by high energy bills throughout the year, don’t despair. There are a number of simple ways to save energy that you may not be aware of. Here are some energy-saving tips that won’t strain your pocketbook.
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Heating and Cooling Performance Starts in Your Attic
You’d be surprised at how much influence the attic has on the home’s energy efficiency and heating and cooling performance. A well-designed and maintained attic can help keep your Chicago area home cool in the summer and warm in the winter, plus ease the strain on your checkbook. However, a poorly insulated and leaky attic, without proper ventilation, will force the furnace and A/C to work harder to keep you comfortable year round. Learn how you can improve attic and energy …
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Energy-Saving Tips to Put Into Practice Around Your Chicago Area Home This Fall
Fall is a good time to consider a few energy-saving tips that’ll keep your utility bills manageable while keeping your family more comfortable before another Chicago winter bears down on us. You can implement a lot of energy-saving ideas with little or no money invested, while other projects require significant investments and expert help.
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