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At Home in Berks Features Article on How Air Conditioning Has Changed
The April issue of At Home in Berks Magazine features an article by Mike DeBerdine, CEO of the Rhoads Family of Companies, on how air conditioning has changed and tips for more efficient cooling. The article reviews the basics of your cooling system, a few common misconceptions about air conditioning
FOUR LOW-TECH WINTER SAVINGS TIPS
While high-tech heating systems can cut your heating bill by hundreds of dollars, there are also several simple, low-tech ways to save this winter. Here are a handful from Oilheat America, a leading industry group: Harness the sun Sunshine is free heat. Open shades and drapes during the daytime –
FREQUENTLY NEGLECTED IDEAS FOR STAYING COOL AND SAVING MONEY
Many of us operate our home’s air-conditioning system on a “set it and forget it” basis. But there are concrete steps you can take every summer to lower your cooling costs. Consider these basic steps, which are often overlooked by homeowners: Use those ceiling fans Don’t choose between your ceiling
CUT YOUR HEATING BILL BY UP TO 40% …
Upgraded heating system = lower energy bills, increased home values Home heating and cooling make up more than 50% of a typical homeowner’s utility bills, according to U.S. Department of Energy. Fortunately, the heating equipment available today is much more energy efficient and environmentally friendly than ever before. For example,