A power outage in the Denver metro area typically doesn’t last long, but when winter or summer storms wreak havoc on the power supply, your home can become uncomfortably cold or hot. Being prepared for the worst helps you stay comfortable while the utility company repairs the lines and the roads are cleared of snow or debris.
Choosing the right air filter is one of the best things you can do for your furnace, not to mention for yourself and your family. A filter’s efficiency is measured by its MERV rating, and as you can probably guess, high MERV filters are usually better than low-rated filters (with some important exceptions). 
A tankless water heater differs from the conventional water heater in that it doesn’t have a large tank to hold the hot water and doesn’t have to keep reheating unused water all the time in order to make it ready for when someone turns on the hot water tap. The tankless system only heats the water as it’s needed, either with gas or electricity. This is the primary reason a tankless system is so energy efficient, and why many homeowners are looking at switching when their old water heaters need replacing. 
Two of the most important ways you can reduce the cost of heating and cooling your home are air sealing and 
When it comes to keeping your home warm during Front Range winters and cool during its summers, annual maintenance is your best plan of action. When you keep your heating and cooling equipment in the best condition, fewer breakdowns occur, HVAC systems last longer, and you save money on your energy bills. The annual checks can minimize system failure, keeping you comfortable throughout the year and preventing the often costly hassle of emergency repairs. -
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