Monthly Archives: February 2012

An Easy Guide To Ductwork Insulation

By Gregory Ibbotson | Published: February 28, 2012

Just like any other part of your house, your ducts have the potential to waste a lot of energy if they’re not properly insulated. But ductwork insulation is especially important

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Maintaining Ideal Relative Humidity From One Season To Another

By Gregory Ibbotson | Published: February 23, 2012

The Chicago area gets very cold during winter, which leads to a low relative humidity inside homes. Low humidity is a nuisance in more than one way. It’s uncomfortable to

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Hire A NATE Contractor, And Put Your Repair Worries Aside

By Gregory Ibbotson | Published: February 21, 2012

When you hire a contractor to service your heating and cooling equipment, you put your comfort in their hands. By hiring a NATE contractor, you can put your worries aside

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MERV Filters: With Family Health And Furnace Efficiency At Stake, You Want To Make The Right Choice

By Gregory Ibbotson | Published: February 16, 2012

Making sure that you have good indoor air quality is key to your family’s health and comfort. At the same time, correctly installing and maintaining a clean, quality air filter

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Heat-Pump Anatomy: How All Those Parts Work Together To Keep You Comfy

By Gregory Ibbotson | Published: February 14, 2012

A heat pump differs from a typical air conditioner and furnace because it exchanges heat in the air from one place to another. The heat-pump anatomy includes a compressor that

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Choosing A Ventilation System: 8 Design Factors To Keep In Mind

By Gregory Ibbotson | Published: February 9, 2012

Over the last two decades, it has becoming increasingly apparent that mechanical ventilation systems can greatly benefit the quality of indoor air. Opening a window or two just isn’t practical

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Water-Heating Costs: Nine Ways You Can Plug The Drain On Your Pocketbook

By Gregory Ibbotson | Published: February 7, 2012

The trick to reducing water-heating costs is to reduce the amount of hot water the storage tank must heat. Here are nine hot water-saving tricks that will help you plug

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Boiler Replacement: What You Need To Be Thinking About As You Start Looking For A New Unit

By Gregory Ibbotson | Published: February 2, 2012

When it comes to boiler replacement, it pays to take your time and study your options thoroughly so that you can make the best investment possible. After all, your new boiler is

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