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Many homeowners use ceilings fans during the summer, believing it will lower their home’s cooling costs. With the ceiling fan running, the surrounding space may feel cooler. Unfortunately, though, ceiling fans typically have little or no impact on cooling costs. They can make the surrounding space feel cooler, but they won’t alleviate the burden placed …
What type of thermostat does your home’s heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) system use? For decades, all residential HVAC systems relied on a non-programmable thermostat to control the interior temperature of homes. While you can still raise or lower the temperature of your home using a non-programmable thermostat, upgrading to a programmable thermostat can prove …
How much money do you typically spend on utilities to heat your home during the winter? As the temperatures begin to drop in the latter part of the year, you’ll probably rely on your home’s central heating to create a warm and comfortable living space. Whether it’s powered by electricity or natural gas, though, central …
Your home’s heating and cooling expenses are directly influenced by how well your home traps thermal energy. If you crank up the air conditioner during the summer, only for the cooled air to leak outside your home, you can expect higher-priced utility bills. Conversely, you’ll pay more for utilities during the winter if the heated …
