July 31st, 2006
by Constance Waygrandt
The heat wave we are experiencing around the United States is a topic of some concern. In several major cities, with large populations, people have been left without electricity sometimes for days. Here are some ways to help you survive this unpleasant experience. Read the rest of this entry »
July 31st, 2006
by Martin Lukac
You can save on your summertime cooling costs. And you don’t have to resort to only turning your air conditioning on when it gets unbearable.
In many parts of the country, air conditioning is essential. You simply cannot exist without it — the heat can be extremely dangerous. If you cannot afford to purchase an air conditioner, there are many city, county and state programs that will help you out. Read the rest of this entry »
July 14th, 2006
If you want to dress up your fireplace, but don’t want the full cost and work of installing an entire fireplace mantel, Agee makes fireplace mantel shelves. You can create a space over your fireplace to display family photos and hang stockings during the holidays, or you can place it anywhere on the wall for extra storage space.
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June 23rd, 2006
by Ed Beatty
Most air-conditioners and heat pumps sold around the world use a refrigerant called R-22. Emissions of R-22 are considered by some experts to be a significant factor in depleting the ozone layer that protects animals and people from harmful rays from the sun.
Families now have the choice to ask for an air-conditioner or heat pump that uses a more efficient and environmentally friendlier refrigerant called 410A or R-410 when buying a new system for their home. Read the rest of this entry »
June 15th, 2006
By Michael Russell
Fans have been used for centuries to create air-flow and comfort humanity during hot weather. Do you know that if used properly, fans may also comfort during cold weather? It’s true! Hot air rises. This is a fact and an attribute of nature, of which most people are already aware. Of course, during warm/hot weather, we want the hotter air to rise above us. When it’s cool/cold, we want that warmer air closer to the ground, which we habitually occupy. Ceiling fans can help us to maintain this “comfort zone”. Read the rest of this entry »
June 15th, 2006
By Kent Pinkerton
Air Conditioner Reviews usually take BTU and EER numbers into account. BTU stands for British Thermal Units, and these numbers can range from 5,000 to 18,000. The higher the BTU of an air conditioner, the more powerful it is at cooling. But it also increases the cost of the air conditioner. Normally, the BTU of an air conditioner required for cooling a room is calculated by multiplying the square foot area of the room by 35. Read the rest of this entry »
June 15th, 2006
By Michael Russell
Summer comes every year with intense sunshine and high temperatures. You can deal with the heat with a fan, or better, you can use an air-conditioner. People nowadays are using more and more air-conditioning systems in their homes and their offices. However, not many people take notice of how the temperature at which they set their air-conditioner will affect their own health.
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June 15th, 2006
by Hans Dekker
At first glance, solar cooling looks like an oxymoron. However, the same energy that can provide heat in the wintertime can also provide cooling during the summer.
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