Energy Saving

Understand How HVAC Zoning Works

Save Energy and Improve Performance Zoned HVAC improves indoor comfort and saves energy. Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning zoning is an effective, cost saving approach to climate control that allows you to customize temperatures in...

Do You Smoke? Here’s How to Use HVAC to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality

13 days ago 12

Optimize Your System to Fight Its Consequences We’ll spare you the lecture; most of us know the health consequences of smoking tobacco, or even cannabis by now. Nevertheless, many folks still smoke. Here are some easy ways to mitigate the spread...

Get Smart and Save Energy with the Right Thermostat

22 days ago 15

Improve HVAC Performance with this Inexpensive Upgrade It may be small, but it’s smart! Energy bills are always the hidden “gotcha” for most homeowners. After all, everybody wants indoor comfort, but who ever expects it to cost so darn much?...

Regular HVAC Maintenance Matters. And, It Will Save You Money.

29 days ago 27

Maintenance Equals Optimal Performance We’ll cut to the chase: a well maintained HVAC system will provide peak indoor comfort and lower energy bills. Why? Like your automobile, your heating and air conditioning requires regular inspections and...

5 Signs Your HVAC System Needs Repair or Replacement. And Yes, Higher Energy Bills is One of Them

October 16, 2024 33

Know What You’re Hearing, Smelling or Seeing “Honey, is it me or do you smell something funny coming from the air conditioning?” Nobody wants to hear funny noises coming from their HVAC system or have strange smells wafting out of the vents. But...

Easy HVAC Upgrades That Will Cut Energy Usage and Save You Money

October 2, 2024 41

Good HVAC is obviously important for maintaining a comfortable home environment. However, your heating and cooling can account for as much as 50% of your total energy consumption. With rising costs, many homeowners are looking for ways to lower...

Keeping Athletes Cool (or Warm) During the Game

September 24, 2024 43

Temperatures Matter When It Comes to Greatness The World Cup could not have been played in Qatar without state of the art air conditioning technology. In the world of sports, peak performance often hinges on environmental conditions. Whether...

“Baby” Air Conditioners All Grown Up

August 20, 2024 46

If you ever travel overseas, you’ll notice the rest of the world handles air conditioning in a very different way than we do here in the USA. You’ll see lots of briefcase-sized air conditioners connected to small, wall-mounted air handlers...

The Leaky Air Ducts in Your Monrovia Home: They’re Crying for Attention

August 19, 2024 85

The Leaky Air Ducts in Your Monrovia Home: They’re Crying for Attention Leaky air ducts are one of the major energy wasters in your Pasadena home. Summer or winter, you’re wasting conditioned air if it’s leaking into the unconditioned spaces...

Air Conditioning in the 1970s

August 6, 2024 60

Vans with Portholes, Corduroy Pants and Air Conditioning That Finally Worked The 1970s marked a significant new era in the history of air conditioning, as technological advancements and societal changes reshaped the way people cooled their homes...

Heat Pump Pros & Cons for Commercial Property Owners [INFOGRAPHIC]

July 9, 2024 91

In recent years, heat pumps have gained popularity among commercial property owners seeking energy-efficient solutions for heating and cooling. These systems are praised for their ability to save energy and reduce operational costs. However, like...