Efficient zoning system design is important for maximum home comfort all year long. It can lower your utility bills and enhance the function of your heating and cooling systems. Use these design essentials for your Metro-Detroit home zoning system. Zoning system...
Before you start shopping for a new HVAC system or other appliances for your Troy or Grosse Pointe-area home, be aware of the importance of the EnergyGuide label. This labeling program is a result of a combined effort of the U.S. Department of Energy and the...
The ductwork in your home may be a throwback to an era when low construction costs, not energy efficiency, was the builder’s prime consideration. Ductwork and equipment may have been installed with a “one size fits all” approach instead of properly matching all...
When it comes to mold in the drain pan of your air conditioner, an ounce of prevention is the best cure. Once established, a hidden mold colony is difficult to evict. Contamination of your household air with airborne spores is one likely result. Plugged drain lines,...
The cooling months in Utica, Rochester and the greater southeast Michigan area are too hot for air conditioner problems. Use these tips for troubleshooting air conditioner problems, and you can get your system back online fast and possibly save a service call. Uneven...
Oddly, one of the keys to an energy-efficient home is perfect combination of ventilation and insulation. This is why it’s very important that Metro-Detroit-area homeowners don’t block the flow of air around the eaves when installing attic insulation. Benefits of...
The air leaks in your Metro-Detroit-area home contribute to higher energy bills, and sealing them is a simple energy-saving project you can do on your own in your spare time. Most air leaks are small, and while they may not be visible, they can have the same...
Energy vampires are those things in your home that use power for no particular purpose. Dealing with energy vampires in your Utica or Ferndale home sooner rather than later can lower your electric bill by as much as $100 a year, according to the Department of Energy...
The climate in Troy, Warren and other areas around Detroit requires conditioning throughout the year, especially in the winter, to keep your home comfortable. A geothermal heat pump is the most energy-efficient way to cool and heat in this region because it taps into...
If someone in your area is huffing A/C refrigerant from your system, you’ve got a problem on your hands. Not only is the person huffing refrigerant performing an illegal act, but he or she could, at worse, die from the act. And when refrigerant is removed from...
