Allergy-Proof Your Texas Hill Country Home With 7 Must-Have Tips

Allergy-Proof Your Texas Hill Country Home With 7 Must-Have TipsIf you suffer from springtime allergies, you probably want to know how to allergy-proof your home. Allergy-proofing your home is not difficult or expensive, but it does take some commitment and time. With just a few simple adjustments to your normal household activities and maintenance schedule, you can drastically reduce the amount of allergens inside your home. Try one or more of the following seven tips to improve the air quality in your home: Read More »

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Upgrading Attic Insulation: Possibly The Best Way To Control Summer Energy Bills

Upgrading attic insulation is probably the single most important thing you can do to save on heating and cooling costs. According to the federal Energy Savers’ website, most homes don’t have enough attic insulation. This means the homeowners likely are overspending on energy costs. Upgrading attic insulation is an easy enough process, especially when you have access to the attic. The simplest type is loose fill insulation, which can be added to your attic by use of an insulation blower. Read More »

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Warmer Weather Is A Sign You Should Schedule Spring Air Conditioner Maintenance

Warmer Weather Is A Sign You Should Schedule Spring Air Conditioner MaintenanceNow that the weather is heating up in the Hill Country, it’s time to think about whether your cooling system is ready for those consecutive 100-plus degree days we’ve been experiencing in recent years. If you haven’t done so yet, there’s no time like the present to schedule air conditioner maintenance. Annual maintenance is essential for ensuring a long-lasting, smoothly operating A/C system. By scheduling air conditioner maintenance now, you stand a stronger chance of catching and fixing small problems that you won’t want developing into big ones in the middle of July. Read More »

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Dust Storms Can Damage Your HVAC Equipment: Prevent And Maintain With The Help Of A Pro

With drought conditions persisting across Texas, dust storms of varying size and ferocity will continue to hit the Hill Country. Besides making driving difficult and causing other problems, dust storms can wreak havoc on your HVAC equipment. The strong winds can drive small particles of dust deep within your outdoor compressor, which makes it less efficient when cooling your home. Read More »

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Lifetime Costs of Geothermal Systems: Profit And Comfort

Lifetime Costs of Geothermal Systems: Profit And ComfortThe U.S. Department of Energy estimates that households spend nearly 50 percent of their energy budget on heating and cooling. In the Hill Country, most of that occurs during the long cooling season, but you can trim the lifetime costs of conditioning your home by installing the most energy-efficient HVAC system available. A geothermal heat pump provides comfortable heating and cooling, and although these systems cost more initially, they will return the dollars you invest in them by shaving your monthly electric bills for years to come. Read More »

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Is Your Air Conditioner Ready For Warmer Weather? 5 Steps To Get Your System Ready For Regular Use

It’s just about the time of year when we begin sprucing things up around the house for spring and summer. Although these should be enjoyable seasons, if your air conditioner is not ready to beat the heat, then neither are you. Read More »

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Planning For Geothermal? 3 Factors To Consider

Geothermal heat pumps provide an efficient way to cool and heat your Hill Country home. They are more expensive initially, but because you can save 30 to 60 percent on your heating and cooling bills annually, most systems can pay for themselves in several years. Plus, with minimal maintenance required and underground piping that’s guaranteed to last at least 25 years, it’s an investment that more people are making these days. Read More »

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5 Simple Tips To Improving Energy Savings

The heat in Texas isn’t far off, and spring is a good time to employ some easy energy savings for your home to curb cooling bills this summer. These tips have proved their effectiveness at lowering your utility bills, helping you to keep more money in your pocket while staying comfortable. Read More »

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Duct Sealing: Manage Energy Costs In 3 Easy Steps

Duct Sealing: Manage Energy Costs In 3 Easy Steps  The Hill Country often seems to skip spring and dive right into summer temperatures. Do you know the one simple way to save big on your energy bills this spring and summer? It’s duct sealing. Because of cracks and loose connections, your ductwork can lose up to 60 percent of cooled or heated air before it reaches its destination in your home. Sealing your ducts will enable you to enjoy more of the benefits produced by your air conditioner and drastically lower your cooling costs. Try the following three steps to improve the seal in your ducts and save energy this spring and summer: Read More »

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Carbon Monoxide Detectors Will Warn You Of Problems: 5 Factors To Consider When Choosing A Device

If you live in a home that heats the air or water with gas, or has a gas stove, carbon monoxide poisoning is something you should be aware of and know how to prevent. A carbon monoxide detector will scan the level of carbon monoxide (CO) in your air and warn you if it gets too high. Read More »

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