Furnace Rebates: How & Why

February 24, 2012 at 4:50 pm | Category: Furnaces

Furnace rebates can be claimed by anyone who upgrades their equipment to meet the standards which are set by the internationally accredited Energy Star system, and who does so in the right way. The need to save energy, and the significant developments in technology have meant that there is a need to offer incentives to Read the full article…



Furnace 101 – Pilot Lights

February 22, 2012 at 4:18 pm | Category: Furnaces

How To Light a Furnace Pilot Light You’ll want to have these tools on hand to check the pilot light: Matches Fine wire The pilot light on a gas furnace can go out because of drafts. To relight the pilot, follow the manufacturer’s instructions exactly; they are usually fastened to the furnace. If instructions for Read the full article…



Dirty Ducts

February 15, 2012 at 9:02 pm | Category: Duct Cleaning

You should consider having the air ducts in your Hilton Head home cleaned if: There is substantial visible mold growth inside hard surface (e.g., sheet metal) ducts or on other components of your heating and cooling system. There are several important points to understand concerning mold detection in Hilton Head heating and cooling systems: Many Read the full article…



SEER Made Clear

February 13, 2012 at 8:46 pm | Category: Energy Efficiency

The U.S. Department of Energy claims that the energy we use in an average Hilton Head home is responsible for twice as many greenhouse gas emissions as an average car. This is due to the fact that much of the energy we use in our buildings comes from fossil fuels. Therefore, any conservation action plan Read the full article…



The Results Are In: Top 4 CO Detectors

February 8, 2012 at 9:46 pm | Category: Air Quality

A carbon monoxide (CO) detector is the kind of thing you want to know works.  This is one indoor air quality issue that cannot go unchecked. You can find detectors that need to be hardwired into your Hilton Head electrical system as well as simpler plug-in and battery operated models. To sort out which detectors Read the full article…



All CO Detectors Are Not Created Equal

February 6, 2012 at 8:47 pm | Category: Air Quality

If your Hilton Head home uses natural gas, or if you have a wood or gas fireplace, you need a carbon monoxide detector. In fact, even if you have an all-electric home, you might consider getting a detector if you use a backup general or other carbon-fueled heat/power source. Inhaling too much carbon monoxide (CO) Read the full article…



Memo: Don’t Forget to Conserve Energy & Save Money!

February 1, 2012 at 8:29 pm | Category: Energy Efficiency