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Understanding Radiant Barrier Under Shingles91

Understanding Radiant Barrier Under Shingles

Thinking about installing a radiant barrier under your shingles? A radiant barrier can be an extremely effective way of reducing heat gain in your home and increasing energy efficiency - but as with so many things, it only works if it's done right....

4 comments    roof energy efficiency shingles
Difference between Natural Gas and Electric Heating Systems87

Difference between Natural Gas and Electric Heating Systems

At the beginning of every heating season homeowners often question if their home heating choice is the least expensive and efficient with the discussion often focused on electric or natural gas. There are a few things to consider when making the...

0 comments    hvac natural gas electric heat
Contemporary Versus Traditional Luau87

Contemporary Versus Traditional Luau

If you have ever visited Hawaii, you’re probably familiar with the luau. Did you know that this Hawaiian feast is a tradition dating back hundreds of years? In Hawaii, men and women were once required to eat separately. After the Hawaiian King...

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Leaking Ducts: One Big Problem83

Leaking Ducts: One Big Problem

Most people don't know it yet, and many actually take it for granted, but the most effective tactic to make their home more comfortable lies just above their heads. When checking out a home, we ask about the location of the house, the type of the...

2 comments    air conditioning attic leakage
Where is the R22 Refrigerant Phase Out at Now84

Where is the R22 Refrigerant Phase Out at Now

The time is rapidly approaching when the use of r22 refrigerant will be completely banned in the United States and when that happens, air conditioners manufactured before 2010 will become essentially useless. The hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs)...

1 comment    air conditioner environment friendly
Common Myths About Radiant Barrier – Moisture Problems84

Common Myths About Radiant Barrier – Moisture Problems

Myth: Using a radiant barrier causes moisture problems that ultimately lead to mold and mildew. Did you know that over 70% of all home issues are moisture related? Moisture problems are not always complicated to solve, but that doesn’t mean they...

2 comments    moisture radiant barrier
HVAC Tips: How often should you change the Air Filter for your Furnace?84

HVAC Tips: How often should you change the Air Filter for your Furnace?

Depending on the environment in which your furnace operates, most HVAC companies recommend all filters be changed at least twice a year. If your home is located in an area with a lot of dust or dirt, you may want to change them more often to prevent...

5 comments    hvac air filter hvac tips
Attic Ventilation is the Real Key to being more energy efficient84

Attic Ventilation is the Real Key to being more energy efficient

The effectiveness of your radiant barrier will be vastly improved with proper attic ventilation. Be sure you have what you need for the system to work efficiently. Forget attic insulation for a minute and focus on balance. No, not balancing...

2 comments    attic insulation radiant barrier
How to Prepare for the r22 Refrigerant Phase Out82

How to Prepare for the r22 Refrigerant Phase Out

As the home air conditioning industry works to phase out the use of r22 refrigerant, many homeowners may be asking what they can do to assure themselves they aren’t going to be left in the heat next summer. The industry has been slowly changing...

0 comments    air conditioner r22 refrigerant
Pino Artwork in Demand81

Pino Artwork in Demand

Pino Daeni passed away on the 25th of May 2010 but his legacy continues through his exquisite Romantic Impressionist paintings. Pino has quite a following indeed in many parts of the world. Known for his brilliant work in illustrations, before the...

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