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Electric Boiler: When to Use One and What it Costs to Run
Electricity is increasingly powering American homes, with a quarter now fully electric, particularly in the South and Midwest. Here, where power costs are between $.15 to $.19 per kilowatt-hour, homeowners often question the electric boilers cost to run. They’re weighing how electric boilers stack up against gas ones in terms of efficiency. Modernize’s guide helps…
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Gas-Powered vs. Electric Furnaces
As homeowners become increasingly conscientious about making their houses more eco- friendly, electric furnaces are starting to gain popularity over gas-powered furnaces. Additionally, some governments are making moves towards phasing out natural gas sources for homes and reduce greenhouse gas emissions — which is leading to a trend away from gas furnaces. Homeowners are now…
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Understanding AFUE Ratings For Furnaces
Want to Save on Utilities? Consider Your Furnace’s Efficiency Rating One of the most effective ways to reduce heating costs is by upgrading to a high-efficiency furnace. Not only do these furnaces run more quietly and reliably, but they can also cut winter energy bills by up to 40% to 45% compared to older, inefficient…
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Air Conditioning Options For Homes With No Ductwork
Many people never really think about their home’s HVAC system ductwork. Maybe they live in a newer home, where HVAC ductwork was present from day one, and they do not have to worry about how it was installed. But what about older homes, especially those that were initially built without air conditioning? Adding HVAC ductwork…
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Heat Pump Maintenance Tips for Homeowners
As temperatures drop throughout most of the country, a working heat pump is going to be more important than ever for homeowners. According to the Department of Energy, you could save yourself anywhere from 10% to 25% energy consumption this season with proper heat pump cleaning and maintenance! In this article, we will discuss tips…
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What is the Best Heating System for Your Home’s Climate and Region?
With such varying climates and typical temperatures across the United States, how we best keep our homes warm is going to vary from region to region. From how long you will need to keep the heat on, to the most energy-efficient way to do it, we will go over the best heating systems for different…
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HVAC Tips for First-Time Homeowners
Congratulations! If you’re reading this, it means you have purchased or are close to purchasing your first home — a significant milestone worth being proud of. But with that new purchase also comes a whole new list of home improvement and renovation items to consider. One of the most integral parts of your home is…
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Financing an HVAC System: A Checklist for Homeowners
Realizing you need to replace an HVAC system in your home can be a stressful experience, especially if it is an emergency situation in the middle of winter or summer. But at the same time, replacing your AC and heating system is a good thing for your home’s functionality, utility costs, and value. To help…