Right now, we’re all enjoying the mild temperatures of spring. We’re opening up windows and letting that fresh breeze carry off the stale remains of winter. However, we all know that come July, open windows will not be an option as humidity and temperatures rise. You’ll be ready to turn on the air conditioning to stay cool. But just how can we use the AC without spending too much on utilities? Here’s a few tips we’ve found, courtesy of EnergyStar.gov.
You recently became the proud owner of a Dayton, OH home. Congratulations! Homeownership is a beautiful thing, but it can also come at quite a price tag. From the home inspection to the closing costs, you may feel like you’re done handing out your hard-earned money. However, when you move into a home—especially one with previous occupants—you should consider air duct cleaning as one of the “musts” on your to-do list. Your HVAC system can be home to many pollutants that affect the indoor air quality. An air filter alone isn’t enough to keep all the mold, allergens, bacteria, and even dust mites at bay. If the previous owners had pets or smoked, removing those odors from your home can also be difficult without getting the air ducts thoroughly cleaned by a professional. We at Allied Services, Inc. offer air duct cleaning and indoor air quality testing to homeowners in … Continued
It’s the first hot day of the year, and opening up the windows just isn’t cutting it any more. Even the ceiling fans aren’t giving you enough of a breeze to escape that Dayton heat. You make the decision: It’s time to turn on the air conditioning. You walk over to your thermostat and flip the switch to AC, only to discover that you’re not getting any cool air out of your vents.
Recycling trash, buying local products, driving fuel-efficient vehicles—many people are doing their part to protect the environment and reduce their carbon footprint. It’s all about consuming less and preserving more.
In the winter, many residents struggle with the tension of wanting to have a warm and cozy home, while—at the same time—wanting to lower their gas or electric bill. These two goals seem mutually exclusive, but you actually can accomplish both ends. If you want to reduce your bill without sacrificing warmth, start by maximizing your heating efficiency. The following steps will help you stay comfortable and realize savings: Lower when you leave: Why warm an empty house? Turning the thermostat down a few degrees when you leave the house is a small, simple way to save money. To make it even easier, buy a programmable thermostat that you can set to automatically raise or lower the temperature at certain times. Discover any drafts: Nothings steals warmth faster than a cold draft. To see if you have drafts, walk through your house on a windy day and feel the doors, … Continued
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