How Does an HVAC System Work?
Odds are, you’ve heard the acronym “HVAC” before, but maybe you don’t actually know what it stands for. What does HVAC mean, what parts of… View Article Read More
January 6
Why Insulation + Air Sealing = Energy Efficiency
Most homeowners understand that their Davis or Dixon home’s insulation works to keep them comfortable, but less understand exactly how their attic insulation accomplishes this…. View Article Read More
December 17
What Is the Average HVAC System Lifespan?
Making upgrades to your home’s HVAC system is a significant investment—one of the largest you will likely make as a homeowner—and you’ll rely heavily on… View Article Read More
October 25
What To Do About That One Cool Room
It seems as if almost every house in the country is characterized by one common issue: a room that gets way too hot in the… View Article Read More
September 30
Should I Get a Zoned HVAC System?
One of the principal goals of highly efficient home performance is only using heating and cooling when and where you need it. But, as Dixon,… View Article Read More
September 3
What SEER Rating Do I Need for My AC?
If you’re shopping around for a new air conditioner for your California home, you may have noticed that models are often sorted by their SEER… View Article Read More
June 27
What Causes an Air Conditioner to Freeze Up?
The three-digit temperatures are back in Yolo & Solano Counties — has the needle on your thermometer broken off yet? There is no doubt you… View Article Read More
April 3
The EPA’s Proposed Change to HVAC Equipment Ratings Tests
A proposal put forward by the Environmental Protection Agency would allow only EPA studies in which raw data is shared with the public to move… View Article Read More
March 6
Is Your Ductwork Silently Costing You Money?
When you start to feel that overnight winter chill in your home, the thermostat is the first place homeowners look to in order to stay… View Article Read More
February 14
Why Does Ductwork Need to be Sized?
The ductwork in your home is like the main highway through a small town. When there are potholes, they need to be filled. And if… View Article Read More