Category Archives for "Energy Efficiency"

Oil to Electric Heat and Cooling with Carrier Ductless

0 Greg, a homeowner in Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania, recognized the need to upgrade the heating and cooling systems in his rental property. The oil boiler and radiator heating system still provided adequate heat for the home, but persistent cold spots forced the tenants to use space heaters on colder days. Concerned about tenant comfort, safety, and high energy bills, Greg embarked...

Mini Split Vs. Heat Pump: What Are the Differences?

Mini Split Vs. Heat Pump: What Are the Differences?When considering the most appropriate heating and cooling system for a home, two popular options come to mind: mini splits and heat pumps. Often, there is confusion between the two, leading homeowners to wonder about the mini split vs heat pump debate.I have been working with heat pumps and mini splits for...

New Energy Efficiency Standards for 2023 – SEER

New Energy Efficiency Standards for 2023 - SEER2 2023 ushers in the new energy efficiency standards for HVAC systems. The new standard is known as SEER2. SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio or “Rating”. And the new SEER2 standards offer even greater energy efficiencies than the original SEER standards of 2022. That is good news for the average consumer...

How To Calculate The Cost To Run A Mini Split In Your Home

Calculate The Cost To Run A Mini Split Heat Pump System At Home Everyone loves walking into a cozy, warm home on a cold winter day, but it doesn’t always feel so cozy when you get your energy bills in the mail. Heating and cooling your home can become expensive if you have old, inefficient HVAC equipment. We want to...

What The Inflation Reduction Act Means For Homeowners

The Inflation Reduction Act You may have heard about the Inflation Reduction Act, and maybe not. In a nutshell, it’s a significant piece of federal legislation that passed this past August, aimed, in part, at fighting climate change and putting incentives in place for businesses and homeowners to adopt more eco-friendly practices, including increasing energy efficiency. So What Does That...

How Do Ecobee Room Sensors Work In A Havertown, PA Home?

0 The room sensors for the ecobee smart thermostat work by taking readings from different parts of your house and using some or all of them to regulate the temperature. You can choose which ones to use at any time using the ecobee app, or let the system decide how best to treat your home.  This feature is one of the...

How an Ecobee Thermostat Saves Money on Your Energy Bills

Smart thermostats like the ecobee have been around for years now. But, with the technology always upgrading, it’s worth revisiting these from time to time to go over all the benefits they can bring to your home in Havertown, PA. And, in particular, for this article, we’re looking at how an ecobee thermostat saves money on your energy bills. While comfort...

What Is Static Pressure In an HVAC System?

0 Static Pressure: What It Is and How It Affects Your HVAC System In this post, we’re exploring an often-overlooked aspect of your HVAC system: Static pressure. It’s not a well-known subject for people who don’t work in the industry. But, it probably should be. Static pressure affect your comfort, your energy bills, and the health of your heating and cooling...