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Heat More Efficiently When You Use a Programmable ThermostatYou may be throwing money away every month by not using your programmable thermostat correctly. Taking some time to set the programming will reduce your energy costs. Familiarize yourself with the thermostat so you can take full advantage of all the options available. Many modern programmable thermostats have added features, such as a low-battery indicator, backlit display, and more. Several of the latest models have wireless control, You can adjust settings from a smartphone or other communications device from anywhere.

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New Haven , programmable thermostat , indiana , lower energy costs

Landscaping Works with Your HVAC System in a Number of WaysIn these times of high energy costs, you want to do everything you can to make your HVAC system more effective and more efficient.  When your home's heating and cooling system is working properly, it runs less and uses less energy. One of the best, subtle ways to boost the effectiveness and efficiency of your HVAC system is through landscaping. By strategically adding some plants and trees here and there, you will both lower your energy costs and beautify your surroundings.

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New Haven , Fort Wayne , energy efficiency , air conditioner , indoor air quality , indiana , lower energy costs , landscaping

Ductwork Won't Last Forever: Know When It's Time for a ChangeThe ductwork in your Fort Wayne area home acts as your HVAC system's circulatory system. If these air ducts are leaking, blocked or otherwise defective, it can cause a host of system issues, including poor heating and cooling efficiency, heightened energy costs, compromised indoor air quality, and uneven heating and cooling throughout your household.

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Keep Your Energy Costs Under Control With These Practical PointersKeeping your energy costs down during the cooling season in the Fort Wayne area could be as easy as keeping your air conditioner clean and well maintained. The U.S. Department of Energy estimates that half of your energy bill goes toward cooling and heating your home. The federal agency also reports that a regular tune-up can cut operating costs by as much as 25 percent.

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New Haven , air leaks , indiana , HVAC Technician , lower energy costs , Leaky ducts , Energy Costs

If you're in need of a new heating system for your Northeast Indiana home, consider a hybrid heat dual fuel system. These combine the efficiency advantages of heat pumps with supplemental heat from a combustible fuel, typically natural gas. Air-source heat pumps typically work well until temperatures fall below freezing, when it's harder for them to harvest the heat from the outside air.

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New Haven , Fort Wayne , indiana , lower energy costs , natural gas , home energy efficiency , Hybrid Heat Dual Fuel System

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