Category Archives: Heating

Take Charge Of Your Heating Costs Before They Take Over Your Paycheck

By Regan Land | Published: February 9, 2012

Although winter in the Texas Hill Country isn’t as cold as it is in points to the north, heating costs can still eat up a fair share of your income.

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Anatomy Of A Heat Pump: How All Those Pieces And Parts Work Together To Keep You Comfy

By Regan Land | Published: February 2, 2012

Heating and cooling your home with a heat pump may be the most energy-efficient way to experience year-round comfort indoors in the Texas Hill Country. Normally, the winter temperatures are

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A Reduced Heating Load Can Reduce Household Energy Costs

By Regan Land | Published: January 19, 2012

Though the Texas Hill Country’s not exactly Siberia in the winter, heating bills can still be substantial. Taking steps in the fall to reduce heating load is a good way

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The Versatility Of A Variable-Speed Blower Motor Means Enhanced HVAC Performance

By Regan Land | Published: December 27, 2011

If you’re looking at new furnace motor options or are simply not getting the results you expect from your current heating system, take a look at variable-speed blowers. The performance

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Is A Heat Pump Right For Your Home?

By Regan Land | Published: December 6, 2011

Here in central Texas, temperatures remain relatively mild throughout the winter, making this the perfect climate for installing a heat pump to heat and cool your home. Unlike traditional furnaces,

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Is A Hybrid Heating System Ideal For Your Home?

By Regan Land | Published: November 29, 2011

As the seasons change and the weather chills, you may begin to question the efficiency of your heating system. Every homeowner in the Texas Hill Country wants to enjoy a

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Preventive Maintenance Can Extend The Life Of Your Heat Pump

By Regan Land | Published: October 25, 2011

Here in the Texas Hill Country a heat pump may be the major component of your home’s heating and cooling process. Heat pump maintenance can extend the life of this

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Don’t Leave Your Air Conditioner Out In The Cold — Tips For Safer Winter Shutdown

By Regan Land | Published: October 13, 2011

The winter months are approaching, and if you want your air conditioning unit to be in tip-top shape by the time you need it again, there are some precautions you’ll

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Routine Filter Changes Are A Key Element Of Furnace Efficiency

By Regan Land | Published: October 6, 2011

As a homeowner, you should make it a point to routinely change your furnace filter. Every two to three months is recommended in order to maintain your furnace’s optimal efficiency,

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Geothermal: Clean, Quiet And Energy Efficient

By Regan Land | Published: September 29, 2011

A geothermal heat pump is not only the most efficient heating and cooling system; it is quiet, environmentally friendly and can reduce your energy usage by as much as 70

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