Tag Archives: SEER ratings

Are Air-Source Heat Pumps Ideal For Triangle Area Homeowners?

By Chris Thorne | Published: June 30, 2011

North Carolina has a humid subtropical climate, according to reference books. So what does this mean when it comes time to pick your air conditioning? It means that it’s vital

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More Than A Replacement: High Efficiency A/C Benefits

By Chris Thorne | Published: April 14, 2011

Over the past 40 years, cooling technology has come a long way. In fact, to produce the same level of comfort as today’s high-efficiency air conditioning, 1970s models would have

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Four HVAC Terms Every Homeowner Should Know

By Chris Thorne | Published: March 7, 2011

Finding your way around the various terms used in the HVAC industry can get rather confusing. Government standards, HVAC manufacturing standards, new efficiencies and reduced emission requirements have all contributed

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Is This The Summer You’ll Add High Efficiency Air Conditioning?

By Chris Thorne | Published: January 24, 2011

Not all air conditioners are created equal. Some A/C units are less expensive than others, but are also less efficient, using more electricity and resulting in higher energy bills. At

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