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6 ways to keep your house cool and your electric bills down
As temperatures soar around the St. Louis area, so do electricity bills. But Trent Davis, an energy efficiency expert with Texas-based HVAC systems manufacturer Lennox, says you don't have to waste money or hurt the environment to stay cool this summer. Davis shares his top tips for using your heating and cooling systems responsibly.
Read MoreLennox Survey: Homeowners Make the Grade in Energy Savings
A new survey from Lennox found that while most homeowners pass the energy conservation test, they should brush up on their knowledge of Energy Savings 101 if they want to make it to the head of the class while staying cool and keeping bills low this season.
Read MoreConserve Energy as the Heat Rises
With temperatures, and therefore, electric bills on the rise, American homeowners are looking for the most effective ways to make the biggest dent in their energy bills. However, many may be overlooking some of the most important energy-savings strategies.
Read MoreSurvey: Many Homeowners Conserve Energy to Save Money
Nearly one-third of homeowners would rather walk around in their underwear than spend money to cool down their home during the summer months, according to a survey commissioned by HVAC equipment manufacturer Lennox Industries, Richardson, Texas.
Read MoreSmart Thermostats Continue Market Domination
In today's modern world of technology, people look to their smartphones for nearly everything, including banking, shopping, fitness tracking, home security and of course managing indoor comfort levels.
Read MoreWhat's the Best Air Conditioner for You? A Rundown of the Coolest Options
It's great to have options—until you go to shop for, say, an air conditioner and are utterly overwhelmed by shelves and shelves (or pages and pages) of different models, each with their own unique advantages—and challenges—in installation, energy efficiency, and other factors. To help you find the best air conditioner for you and your home, check out this rundown of types of air conditioners, along with the pros, cons, and average cost of each.
Read MoreHomeowners Are Making The Grade When It Comes To Energy Efficiency
School is out and summer's heating up, so it's time for American homeowners to take action to conserve energy and save money. A new survey from Lennox found that while most homeowners pass the energy conservation test, they should brush up on their knowledge of Energy Savings 101 if they want to make it to the head of the class while staying cool and keeping bills low this season.
Read MoreSavvy Controls, Built-in Diagnostics Drive Condensing Unit Market
The condensing unit market is on the rise. According to a report published by MarketsandMarkets, the global condensing unit market is forecast to reach $23.31 billion by 2021, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.1 percent from 2016 to 2021. And there are a number of trends contributing to this growth.
Read More6 Smart Home Technologies for Today's Homebuilder
Home automation is a key builder consideration. Equipment manufacturers have created smart home devices in response to homebuilders' needs to have a more interactive, convenient, safe and energy-efficient home. Building with smart technology in mind usually means people can live cleaner, greener and leaner at the touch of a button or the swipe of an app, and find better peace of mind in the process.
Read MoreMaracay Homes: "LEEDing the Way" in Phoenix
Like every Maracay project, The Preserve at Adora Trails started with selecting the highest quality land. Stephen Burris, product development manager at Maracay, explained the process, which began with a partnership with fellow homebuilder Taylor Morrison in the master planned community of Adora Trails in Gilbert, Ariz., a prominent suburb of Phoenix.
Read MoreHigh-Efficiency Air Conditioners Peak Performers
New federal standards continue to drive energy efficiency in air conditioners. However, although technology is focused on energy efficiency, air conditioner manufacturers also are increasing their use of Wi-Fi connectivity. Get more information from this Consumers Digest Staff Report.
Read MoreRoyal Palm Beach High School HVAC Academy Completes Another Home for the Habitat for Humanity ProgrUTC
Habitat for Humanity of Palm Beach County dedicated its 214th home to the Ruiz family of Belle Glade on Thursday, May 4. For the sixth consecutive year, students from the Royal Palm Beach Community High School Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Academy have successfully installed the air conditioning system, including pipe and duct work, in a home for the Habitat for Humanity program.
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