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5 Tips To Ensure Energy Savings Throughout Your Home

There are countless ways to save energy throughout your home. One way to go about the task is to look at the rooms in your house, and devise ways in

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Up To $1,900 In Tax Credits & Rebates Make This An Ideal Time To Upgrade

That old, energy-sucking HVAC system in your home may be costing you more than you think. Make an upgrade more affordable by taking advantage of tax credits and rebates.

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How Degree Days Figure Into Your Energy Calculations

Degree days are simple calculations used to determine the number of days a location needs heating or air conditioning. This total is then used to predict how much heating fuel or

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UV-Light System: A Key Component Of Your Clean-Air Strategy

Bacteria, mold and viruses are present from the poles to the tropics, and northern Virginia is no exception. It is not realistically possible to completely avoid exposure to these microorganisms,

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In 2011 You Can Still Get Tax Credits For HVAC Equipment

The government has recently extended tax credits through the end of 2011 on all heating and cooling equipment that meets Energy Star’s guidelines. This means that right now is the

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High-Efficiency Air Conditioning Systems Lead To Efficiency And Comfort

With summer nearly upon us here in northern Virginia, it’s almost time that your air conditioning system started cooling your home. If your air conditioner is old and near the

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Questions To Ask When Upgrading Water Heaters

When shopping for a new water heater, there are a number of different options you should consider. It is important to know and understand which system would work best in

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How Solar Works: Get An Almost Endless Supply Of Renewable Energy

As the demand for energy continues to increase, solar power systems have become a great way to offset rising electricity costs. This heating and cooling technology turns the light from

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