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Plumbing 101
If you're lucky, you rarely need to worry about your plumbing. Your toilet flushes and your sink drains smoothly; you have plenty of hot water and your shower has good water pressure. But luck doesn't last forever. Many problems can occur in this system. Pipes can break, drains can plug, and valves can leak. When trouble arises, it's helpful if you know how the system works. This knowledge can help you save money, prevent damage to your home and keep your family safe.

Basics of Heating
According to the U.S. Federal Government heating and cooling accounts for around 45% of Americans’ annual energy bills. They estimate that on average homeowners will spend more than $10,000 for heating and cooling over a 10-year period.

The Importance of Heating & Cooling System Maintenance
According to Energy Star, a division of the EPA, “Dirt and neglect are the #1 causes of heating and cooling system failure.” Most people wouldn’t dream of driving their car without performing regular oil changes and tune-ups.

Product Manuals
Downloadable Air Cleaner, Humidifier, and Thermostat Product Manuals.

We’re setting the green standard.
Today's gas and oil prices are so unpredictable, it's hard to know what next month's utility bill total might be. Combine that anxiety with the pressure to reduce greenhouse emissions and it's no wonder more homeowners are investing in the best green innovations they can buy.

20 Ways to Lower Your Energy Bill This Winter
Ideas, tips and tricks to lower your energy bill this winter.

Important Changes Regarding the R-22 Refrigerant
As of January 2010, R-22 refrigerant, a HCFC (hydrochlorofluorocarbon), will no longer be manufactured. This refrigerant has been the refrigerant of choice for residential heat pump and air conditioning systems for over four decades.

Problems of Poor Indoor Air Quality
There are a variety of health and environmental effects that are caused by poor air quality. According to the EPA, asthma is a growing public health problem with about 23 million people suffering from asthma, 6.8 million of which are children. Other problems caused by poor air quality are rhinitis, bacteria, sinusitis, dust and dirt build-up, excessive molds and mildew, smoke, increased utility bills (decreased air flow) and unpleasant fumes and odors. Fifty percent of illnesses, such as colds and flu, allergies and asthma, are caused or aggravated by mold, mildew, bacteria and fungi according to the American College of Allergists.



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