Author Archives: Regan Land

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

By Regan Land | Published: May 17, 2012

If 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

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

By Regan Land | Published: May 15, 2012

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

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

By Regan Land | Published: May 10, 2012

Now 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

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

By Regan Land | Published: May 8, 2012

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

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Lifetime Costs of Geothermal Systems: Profit And Comfort

By Regan Land | Published: May 3, 2012

The 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

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

By Regan Land | Published: May 1, 2012

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

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Planning For Geothermal? 3 Factors To Consider

By Regan Land | Published: April 26, 2012

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

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5 Simple Tips To Improving Energy Savings

By Regan Land | Published: April 24, 2012

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

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Duct Sealing: Manage Energy Costs In 3 Easy Steps

By Regan Land | Published: April 19, 2012

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

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

By Regan Land | Published: April 17, 2012

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

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