Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention Act of 2010
Details: As of July 1, 2011, Carbon Monoxide detectors will be REQUIRED in all houses (1 – 4 units) if they have any of the following:
1-800-481-COOL(2665)
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The Summer Season In San Diego Is Long: Improve Your Air Quality With VentilationFiled in: Articles Posted on: October 23, 2011
During the long San Diego cooling season, most homes are closed up tight to prevent cooled air from escaping. While keeping your home sealed does in fact help keep it cooler, it can also significantly impact your indoor air quality — and not in a good way.
If your home doesn’t have some kind of ventilation system to bring in fresh air, indoor pollution is a very real concern. The EPA ranks indoor air pollution among the top five environmental health risks faced by most Americans.
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Taking One Last Summer Trip Out Of Town? Tips To Prep Your HomeFiled in: Articles Posted on: October 23, 2011
When vacations beckon, we often gather clothes, cameras and other items we’ll need to make a trip enjoyable. But preparing a home is an important step that often gets overlooked. Of course, it’s important to lock the doors and windows, and turn on the alarm. But what should you do about the air conditioning or the water heater?
Following these home tips will prevent unpleasant surprises when you open the door after a couple of weeks away.
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Summer Allergy Season Is In High Gear: Here’s How To Further Your Indoor Air QualityFiled in: Articles Posted on: October 23, 2011
More than 50 million Americans suffer from seasonal allergies. In fact, allergies are the number five cause of chronic diseases in the USA today. Now that summer allergy season is in full swing, if you want to combat sore and watery eyes and sniffles and sneezes, it’s time to think about improving your indoor air quality. Here are some tips to help you:
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Get Results With Energy Star EquipmentFiled in: Articles Posted on: October 23, 2011
If opening up your electricity bill each month nearly sends you into a state of shock, your HVAC system may be to blame. Components such as the air conditioner, furnace, thermostat or heat pump may simply not be efficient enough to provide a comfortable temperature without using a surplus of energy. Fortunately, there are a number of excellent and reliable Energy Star solutions that can get the job done without breaking the bank.
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Tankless Water Heaters: Avoid Standby Losses And Still Get A Good Water SupplyFiled in: Articles Posted on: October 23, 2011
For those of you who are looking to replace your water heater, a tankless water heating system should be at the top of your list. Tankless water heaters deliver everything that a traditional system does and then some.
Standard hot water tanks heat and store hot water regardless of household demand. This can lead to two major issues One, your hot water heater may fail to supply enough hot water. Two, energy may be wasted heating stored water for which there is no immediate demand. This is known as standby energy loss.
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If You Want To Make Sure Conditioned Air Gets To Every Corner Of Your Home, Check Ductwork DesignFiled in: Articles Posted on: October 23, 2011
Designing home ductwork may not sound as glamorous as designing a sports car, but it’s important. Well-designed ducts keep your home cool in the summer and warm in winter, cut down on pollutants and allergens in your indoor air, and save you money on utility bills.
If you’re not sure about the efficiency of the duct system in your home, answering these questions can help you determine whether maintenance or even replacement is in order:
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Heat Pump Options For California’s ClimateFiled in: Articles Posted on: October 23, 2011
If you want a way to keep your San Diego home comfortable year ’round and save on your utility bills, a heat pump might be the way to go.
A heat pump, as the name implies, pumps heat into or out of your home. Heat pumps perform the air conditioning function the same way an A/C does during warm weather. The big difference is that they can reverse the process in cold weather, releasing heat indoors while absorbing heat from the outside air. In southern California’s moderate climate, they provide enough heat to keep you comfortable in the winter.
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Want To Directly Boost Energy Savings? Look At Landscaping OptionsFiled in: Articles Posted on: October 23, 2011
Usually when people think of landscaping, the focus is on what will look attractive. Many people don’t realize that with strategic planting, some pretty impressive energy savings are actually possible, as well. In fact, when landscaping is planned specifically with energy efficiency in mind, the initial investment could be recovered within the first eight years. With fall planting season just around the corner, now is a great time to take a look at your landscaping and see what could be changed or added to increase your savings. Read More »
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How To Establish Heating And Cooling Efficiency Through Degree DaysFiled in: Articles Posted on: October 23, 2011
Degree days are the simplification of historic weather data that HVAC contractors can use to measure the heating and cooling efficiency of your furnace and air conditioner. If you know about degree days and how to use them, you as a homeowner can measure how efficient your HVAC systems are functioning. The calculations are fairly simple, and it’s satisfying to see that your newly upgraded furnace or air conditioner is paying for itself.
