What is the difference between a standard air conditioner and an ENERGY STAR qualified central air conditioner? Energy Star qualified central air conditioners have a higher seasonal efficiency rating (SEER) than standard models, which makes them about 14% more efficient.
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Standard vs. Energy Star Central Air Conditioners
Wednesday, April 25th, 2012Your opportunity to get things done!
Monday, April 23rd, 2012Maybe the biggest factor in being able to get things done in your home is time management. We are always looking for more time to do things and get projects done. Other times experience and the ability to do things oneself make things more difficult. Four Seasons Home Services can help with those home improvement, home repair and home maintenance projects.
why invest in a two- stage heater?| glenwood, addison, burr ridge
Tuesday, April 17th, 2012why invest in a 2-stage heater? this is one of the most frequently asked questions to an heating, ventalation, and air conditioning expert, which is not surprising given the many misconceptions that are out there. the main advantage to the two stage heater is the improved house comfort that is achieved through the reduced inside temperature fluctuations that the 2-stage heater delivers, not increased efficiency (a 90% heater is 90% efficient, regardless of how many stages it runs in).
Duct Cleaning Questions Answered
Monday, April 9th, 2012When considering having your ducts cleaned, there are many questions that you may be confronted with. How much should I be paying? How do I know if I am being scammed? What are the benefits? What is duct cleaning in the first place? It can become overwhelming to search and search for answers, and often times you will receive mixed answers that confuse you even further. So, this article is an attempt to answer those questions and more based on the what the credible sources have to say when it comes to duct cleaning. The sources used were the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA).
thermostat misconceptions
Sunday, April 8th, 2012misconceptions are a standard part of everyday life. we hear someone rattle off a supposed “fact,” and without finding out for ourselves, we take their “fact” as truth. in some cases it doesn’t really have any effect on us, but the misconceptions that are held about thermostats could be costing you hundreds extra every year in wasted power. luckily, we are going to dispel these misconceptions just in time for the cold seasons season.
When It’s Time For Your Air Ventilation System Inspection
Wednesday, April 4th, 2012When it comes to knowing when it’s time to have your air ventilation system inspected and cleaned, many people may not be able to recognize the signs of a dirty system.
If you have no memory of the last time your system was cleaned, it’s probably been too long. A good rule of thumb is to have your home or office air ducts inspected and cleaned every two years. If you or someone else in your family has allergies, this period should be shortened to once a year or more often. If you feel that air problems in your home may be contributing to health problems for you or your family. Over 60 million people in North America suffer from some form of allergy, with children and the elderly being most affected by respiratory problems. (more…)
attic isolating scams 101| midlothian, homewood, worth
Tuesday, March 27th, 2012the house improvement contracting industry is one of the most popular industries for scam artists to target. this isn’t new information for most people, but there is one service in this industry that is often exploited that many consumers may not know about. we are talking about loft isolating services, and the scam artists that abuse this industry have worked up some very sneaky tactics to maximize their profits and minimize services. it is the illegitimate contractors and buisnesses that perform these devious practices that make it so hard for consumers to find a buisness that they can really trust. four seasons wants to help you choose wisely, so here we have pointed out some of the tactics used by fraudulent buisnesses.
summertime power savings tips
Monday, March 26th, 2012even though we might see cooler temps this week we have tips for summertime power savings that are always a preferred idea regardless of how hot it is during the warm seasons. summertime for many of us means hot weather and lots of sunshine. as much as you may like the sunshine on your skin, sun that makes it’s way inside your house through windows can contribute to making your house warmer. this is particularly true if your windows face east and west. try and close curtains as often as you can during the day to limit the amount of heat and sun (heat gain) that will enter your house through your windows.
chicago bbb warns of deceptive air channel cleaners| northlake, oak park
Saturday, March 24th, 2012the chicago higher quality business bureau released a news article on june 30, 2010 warning consumers to be aware that local buisnesses offering low price air channel clearing that are known to use bait and switch tactics. the chicago higher quality business bureau further identifies one buisness that has been investigated in several states and multiple state attorneys general. the bbb article serves as a useful tool to consumers who are interested in purchasing air channel clearing services but are leery of using just any buisness.