In a previous blog post we discussed several surprising things that can pollute the air inside your home. This included everything from furniture and paint, to some types of air purifiers that use unsafe levels of ozone to wipe out other contaminants. Because heavily polluted air can create health issues and cause allergic reactions in
5 Shocking Things That Can Pollute The Air Inside Your Home
Air pollution is a big problem in America. According to a report released in 2014 by the American Lung Association, almost fifty percent of the U.S. population lives in areas where air pollution levels are often dangerously high for them to breathe. That’s a scary statistic but there’s something that makes it even more worrisome:
3 More Surprisingly Easy Ways To Improve The Air Quality In Your Home (Part 2)
According to the Environmental Protection Agency and others, the air inside our homes can be up to five times more polluted than the air we breathe outside. This is quite incredible considering that the outside air is exposed to major sources of contamination, like coal-fired power plants, natural gas, and the exhaust from millions and
Denver’s Second Winter and Your Furnace
Look the weather was getting nicer. 70 degree days and sun. And then we had a blizzard with the passing of winter storm Selene. Schools were shut down, accidents were piling up on I-25 left and right, and power went out for many people along the Front Range. You can’t help when the power goes
3 Commonly Missed Spaces that Lose You Money in Heat Loss
A lot of homeownership involves looking towards the future and the next project. While you may not run your furnace as much during the spring and summer, if at all, it’s the time to start looking into energy leaks. Spring and summer are perfect to look into where your insulation is lacking and how to
Beating the Heat Without Breaking the Bank Part 2
Are you sick of paying high energy bills during the hot summer months? Compared to many other places, we have it pretty good in Denver as far as the heat is concerned. With relatively low humidity, the heat isn’t quite as overwhelming here as it is in other cities or states, but that doesn’t mean
All Things Regarding Your Thermostat
Your air conditioning thermostat is essentially the control panel in which you handle your HVAC system. It is with this panel that you can control the temperature of your home, which then also gives you control over the efficiency of your air conditioning unit as well. This is important for saving money, but also for
Summer Maintenance Tips for Your Furnace Part 2
You probably won’t be using your furnace any time soon, but it’s a great time to get it serviced. The high today here in Denver is 87 degrees Fahrenheit, so that last thing you are probably thinking of is your furnace. However, even if you aren’t going to be using your furnace to heat your
Have You Heard About These Incentives?
How Your HVAC System Can Save You Money In 2007, The Public Utilities Commission was allowed to create a multi-year savings goal for electric utilities in Colorado. This allows energy companies such as Xcel to offer incentives for customers save energy and money. What does this mean for you? Xcel energy now offers rebates to
Your HVAC System and Efficiency
Your HVAC System’s Efficiency Matters For many of us, our HVAC system can be a bit of a mystery. From the components that make it up, to the way it works, and how the system can affect our money we simply go with the flow, month to month, and pay the bills as we always