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How BTUs and EERs Work
How BTUs and EERs Work Most air conditioners have their capacity rated in BTUs, or British Thermal Units. A BTU is, generally, the amount of…
Heat Pump Efficiency Tips
Heat Pump Efficiency Heat pumps are the most efficient form of electric heating in moderate climates, providing three times more heating than the equivalent amount…
A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture & Your Home
Contents Mold Basics Why is mold growing in my home? Can mold cause health problems? How do I get rid of mold? Mold Cleanup Who…
Guide to Indoor Air Quality
The Inside Story: A Guide to Indoor Air Quality Introduction Indoor Air Quality Concerns All of us face a variety of risks to our health…
Sample of Manufacturer Response to Flooded Equipment
Boiler Manufacturer Response to Flooded Equipment Technical Bulletin Dated: September 28, 1999Subject: Flooded BoilersIssued by: Tom Senter, Weil McLain Sample: This bulletin covers how to…
Flood-Damaged Appliances Should be Replaced
What you Need to Know about HVACR Equipment Affected by Flooding Floods and HVACR Equipment After a flood or a storm surge from a hurricane,…
FAQs About Radon
Frequently Asked Questions About Radon Exposure to Radon How does radon get into the environment? Radon-222 is the radioactive decay product of radium-226, which is…
Energy Efficiency Ratings & Terms
Efficiency Ratings The materials from which a building is constructed, as well as the systems and appliances installed there, can dramatically affect the amount of…
Ductless: Advantages & Disadvantages
Ductless, Mini-Split Heat Pumps Ductless, mini-split-system heat pumps (mini splits) make good retrofit add-ons to houses with "non-ducted" heating systems, such as hydronic (hot water…
Dryer Fire Facts
Dryer Fire Safety Fires can occur when lint builds up in the dryer or in the exhaust duct. Lint can block the flow of air,…