Monthly Archives: January 2012

Heating Costs: Low-Cost And No-Cost Ways To Get A Handle On Your Utility Bills

By Pat Quinlan | Published: January 31, 2012

Saving money on your home heating costs doesn’t require expensive equipment upgrades or high-dollar home improvement projects. Instead, by using just a few simple tricks you can dramatically slash your

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Two Strategies For Enhanced Energy Savings

By Pat Quinlan | Published: January 26, 2012

Two of the most important ways you can reduce the cost of heating and cooling your home are air sealing and insulation. These are especially important on the Front Range,

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NATE Certification And What It Means To Denver Homeowners

By Pat Quinlan | Published: January 24, 2012

Your HVAC system is probably one of the most expensive investments you’ll make in your home. And our Denver weather gives your furnace a workout winter after winter. That’s why

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Annual Maintenance Can Save You The Hassle Of Emergency Repairs

By Pat Quinlan | Published: January 19, 2012

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

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The Right Humidifier Settings Can Improve Comfort, Health And Energy Efficiency

By Pat Quinlan | Published: January 17, 2012

Humidity is an important part of comfort in your home. If there is too much humidity, mold is more likely to grow, but not enough moisture has its own share

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Furnace Considerations That Can Make Replacement A Much Smoother Process

By Pat Quinlan | Published: January 12, 2012

If you’ve decided that it’s the right time for a furnace replacement, a few factors will help you in making your decision. During this process, it’s important to carefully consider

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Furnace Filter Maintenance Can Keep Your System Efficient Longer

By Pat Quinlan | Published: January 10, 2012

After closing up your home for the upcoming cold winter and setting the thermostat to heat properly, did you remember to change your furnace filter? This component of a forced-air

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A Whole-House Humidifier Makes Dry Air Yesterday’s News

By Pat Quinlan | Published: January 5, 2012

Installing a whole-house humidifier can make a winter on the Front Range a great deal more comfortable. When the temperatures drop, indoor air can become dry and irritating due to

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Switch To A Variable-Speed Blower Motor And Experience Enhanced Efficiency Benefits

By Pat Quinlan | Published: January 3, 2012

When you want to maximize efficiency in your heating and cooling system, you don’t want your equipment working any harder than it has to. Unfortunately, if you have a standard

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