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What Keeps Your HVAC System Humming? Annual Service Calls

Heating season will soon be in full swing in Northwest Arkansas, and if you haven’t yet scheduled annual service for your…

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Have You Changed Your Air Filters Lately?

The air filter in your furnace or heat pump serves two important purposes. First, it allows your HVAC system to operate…

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How’s Your Attic Insulation? Checked Its Efficiency Lately?

Have you checked your attic to see if it is adequately insulated, or even insulated at all? Older homes in Northwest…

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Home Energy Evaluations: So What’s A Blower Door Test, Anyway?

For homeowners who want to lower their energy bills, home energy evaluations will tell them where their homes are losing energy,…

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It’s Not Enough To Insulate — You Also Need To Ventilate

Insulating your home will go a long way toward cutting down on your energy costs, especially during the winter in northwest…

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Working With Your HVAC Contractor: Furnace Terms You Should Know

When scheduling annual service on your heating system, or calling in an HVAC technician for a repair or installation, you’ll probably notice a…

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When Cold And Flu Season Rolls Around, UV Lights Ramp Up Your Protection

UV lights help keep your family healthy and well during cold and flu season. They significantly decrease the amount of mold,…

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Your Home’s Retrofit For Geothermal Cooling And Heating

If you are planning to install a geothermal cooling and heating system as a replacement for your existing HVAC system, you may need…

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Plugging The Air Leaks In Your Home: An Easy Guide To Caulking

If there are air leaks in your home, an easy way to seal many of them is with caulk. This flexible…

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The Furnace Filter: Check Often, Change As Needed

The filter in your furnace is an essential component that removes pollutants from the air before it gets heated in your…

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Is Your Home’s Duct System Up To The Job?

Winter will soon be here, and now’s the time to make sure your home’s duct system is ready for the heating season.…

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Maximizing Your Older Home’s Energy Efficiency Without Sacrificing Any Of Its Character

If you live in an older home, don’t resign yourself to higher energy costs for the sake of charm. You can…

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The Thought Of Replacing The Furnace Gives You The Shivers? Buying Tips To Ease Your Fears

Are you thinking about replacing the furnace in your northwest Arkansas home? If you are, it’s probably a good idea to…

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Energy Savers You Can’t Afford To Miss Out On

If you own a home in northwest Arkansas, then you know how much your energy bills can peak during the summer…

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This Winter, It’ll Be Easy To Save Energy Dollars

When the temperatures start to drop, it’s time to start preparing your home for another northwest Arkansas winter. A few simple…

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Belief In These Energy-Saving Myths Could Cost You

Everybody wants to save energy. And no doubt, most people think that conserving energy leads to savings on their energy bills.…

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Use Ceiling Fans To Boost Your Heating Potential This Winter

Looking for an energy-saving strategy that can be used for both heating and cooling? Consider installing ceiling fans. While most people…

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Could A Humidification System Benefit Your Northwest Arkansas Home?

Although the northwest Arkansas area is humid during the summer, it tends to get quite dry during the winter. Dry weather…

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This Fall, Make Sure Your Carbon Monoxide Detectors Are In Good Working Order

Did you know that carbon monoxide (CO) is a highly dangerous chemical, produced by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or other…

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Ready For A Furnace Upgrade? Aim For An Energy-Efficient Model

If you’re in the market for a furnace upgrade, understanding what makes a furnace fuel efficient and what that means to…

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Kick Off Fall With Preventive Maintenance For Your Heating System

As shorter days and cooler weather signal the end of summer, it’s time to think about preparing your home for the…

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Use Your Ceiling Fan In Winter? Absolutely

Fall is upon us and the cold winter months are fast approaching. Though you may not think you have any further…

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A Carbon Monoxide Detector Is A Key Part Of Home Safety

It’s impossible to detect poisonous carbon monoxide gas on your own because you can’t see it or smell it. The United…

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Get Started On Winterizing Your Home Before The Temps Plunge

As winter approaches, don’t delay preparing your house for cold weather. The best time to begin winterizing your home is before…

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The Best Time To Schedule A Furnace Tuneup? Right Now

Winter heating might not be on your mind just yet, but that chilly northwest Arkansas winter weather is just around the…

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Breathe Easy This Winter With A Whole-House Humidifier

Are you looking for a way to improve your home’s indoor air quality this winter, and ensure the comfort and health…

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Make Energy Efficiency A Priority With Duct Sealing

Leaky ducts can take quite a toll on the efficiency of your HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) system, allowing heated…

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Take Control Of Your Heating Bills This Winter

It’s almost that time of year again, where the days seem shorter, the air seems cooler and winter seems to be…

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Insulation 101: What You Need To Know

One of the best ways you can prepare your home for the cooler months is to make sure that you have…

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A Problem With Your Heat Pump? When To Call Your Contractor

Heat pumps do a great job of efficiently and cost-effectively heating and cooling your home, particularly in a climate like ours…

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Is Your Home A Prime Candidate For Zoned Cooling?

Is your Northwest Arkansas home too hot in some areas, or too cold in other rooms? If so, your home might be…

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Finding And Fixing Those Tiny Air Leaks

Even tiny air leaks can add up if there are a lot of them in your Northwest Arkansas home. To improve…

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Determining Your Need For Whole-Home Dehumidification

Humidity in the summer can be a problem in our area, fostering an environment for the growth of mold and bacteria…

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Energy Vampires: Oh, How Easily They Overpower A Home

The Natural Resources Defense Council reports that DVRs, satellite programming and game consoles drain two-thirds of their total energy usage when…

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Interested In A Geothermal System? You Can Still Get That Nice Tax Credit

You may have heard that the tax credits available for installing new HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) equipment have expired,…

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Taking Advantage Of Information On The EnergyGuide Label

If you’re like most Arkansas homeowners, you’re tired of paying outrageous energy bills. Upgrading to highly-efficient home comfort equipment can help…

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Insulation And Ventilation: 2 Remedies For An Attic That’s Running A Temp

When your attic is running a temperature due to inadequate insulation and ventilation, your whole house gets sick. You may not…

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A Safety Cap For Your Air Conditioner: Why You Need One Right Now

A dangerous practice, mainly among teens, is putting your air conditioner at risk and harming the long-term health of the environment…

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3 HVAC Maintenance Tips That Will Help You Fend Off Indoor Allergies

The temperatures in Northwest Arkansas can be in the 70s or higher for much of the year, so most homeowners are…

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Standby Generators Make Summer Outages A Non-Issue

[fusion_text]Summer has arrived, and for those of us in Northwestern Arkansas, that means thunderstorm season is charging into full swing. Losing…

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Routine HVAC Maintenance Saves Energy Dollars

Saving energy saves you money — it’s as simple as that. And ensuring that routine HVAC maintenance is performed on your…

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Determining Which Geothermal Loop Option Will Work Best For Your Home

If you are interested in the high level of energy efficiency that a geothermal loop can offer, you need to understand that…

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What Makes Today’s High-Efficiency Air Conditioners Better Than Your Old Unit?

One of the greatest comforts on a hot summer day in Northwest Arkansas is to step into your cool, air-conditioned home.…

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Caution: Not Every HVAC Contractor Holds The Necessary Qualifications — What To Look For

Whether you need an installation, repair, or routine checkup, it’s imperative that you do business with a qualified HVAC (heating, ventilation…

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4 Heat Pump Efficiency Terms Every Homeowner Should Know

One of the most efficient ways to heat and cool your Northwest Arkansas home is to invest in a heat pump.…

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Is Repairing Your Air Conditioner The Answer? Or Is It Time For Replacement?

It’s the middle of another hot, humid summer in Northwest Arkansas. And that’s not the greatest time for your air conditioning…

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Reduce Energy Bills While On Summer Vacation — 3 Tips

Summer vacations can be costly, but one great way to offset the cost is to make your home more energy efficient…

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How You Apply Weatherstripping And Caulking Affects Your Level Of Success

In Northwest Arkansas, summer temperatures and humidity levels soar. If your home is not well sealed around windows, doors and in…

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Paschal Service: What We Offer On Top Of NATE Certification

Paschal Heat, Air & Geothermal offers a wide range of services for air conditioning and heating units. We sell, service and repair…

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UV Lights: Helping You Stay Healthy In Your Air-Conditioned Home

If you are looking for additional ways to improve the health inside your home, ultraviolet (UV) lights may be the right…

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Buying A Heat Pump? Take A Look At These Advanced Features

Heat pumps for geothermal systems perform dual roles as both air conditioners and furnaces. The technology utilizes the stable temperature of…

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Properly Designed And Installed Ductwork: Why It’s So Important

If you’re undertaking new construction, retrofitting your attic or basement, or upgrading your current ducts, it’s vital that you design and…

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Concerned About Your Indoor Air Quality? Ten Ways To Clean It Up

Spring is here, and that means so is the pollen and other allergens that may be causing serious allergies for you…

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Uneven Cooling? Why Your Return-Air Ducts Could Be The Problem

The key to any HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) system operating efficiently and optimally is air flow. This means not…

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Geothermal Systems: Weighing Initial Expense Against Long-Term Savings

Geothermal heating and cooling is a revolutionary alternative to conventional furnaces and central air-conditioning systems. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection…

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A Zoning System: For Custom Cooling Everywhere In Your Home

Instituting a zoning system that works in concert with your HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) system is an excellent way…

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Minimizing The Risk Of Water Damage When Your A/C Is Running Around The Clock

One of the side benefits of running your air conditioner (A/C) during the summer is the humidity that your HVAC (heating,…

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Surefire Ways To Hold Down Your Cooling Costs As The Temperature Rises

Summer is on its way in Northwest Arkansas, and temperatures are climbing from one day to the next. Take these simple…

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Sizing Your New Air Conditioner: The ABC’s Of Manual J

Are you thinking about buying a new air conditioner? If so, no doubt there are a variety of factors that you’re…

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Working With Your HVAC Contractor To Optimize Ductwork Efficiency

Did you know that you can lose 60 percent of your home’s energy efficiency through your ductwork? Ductwork is one of…

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Why Get That Duct Cleaning Now? Because What’s In There Will Soon Be In Your Air

Have you ever turned on your furnace and smelled a funky odor that seemed to last for the several days? You…

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Replacing Your Cooling System? Weigh These 6 Features, In Addition To The SEER Rating

When you are looking for a new cooling system, the best place to start is with the seasonal energy efficiency ratio, or…

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It’s Getting Hot Outside — Is An Air Conditioner Tune-Up On Your To-Do List?

An air conditioner in good shape will consume a smaller portion of your home’s energy than one that is running while…

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Your Heat Pump Does 2 Jobs, Making Maintenance Doubly Important

Now that the heating season has passed, take a few moments to tend to your heat pump. It will soon be…

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Considering The Cost Of Freon, Does Hanging Onto Your Old Air Conditioner Make Sense?

If your air conditioner is over five years old, you might want to consider replacing it. Why? Newer units are up…

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Cool Ways To Keep Your Warm-Weather Energy Bills Manageable

Warm weather can mean increased energy bills in many homes, but summer also presents a number of opportunities for savings. Consider…

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Going With A Programmable Thermostat? We Like The Way You Think

Programmable thermostats are a modest, yet potent energy-saving investment that enables you to program your preferred target temperatures around the clock.…

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The Home Energy Audit: A Weekend Project That Can Yield Long-Term Savings

With a tight economy, many homeowners are looking for ways to save money on their monthly bills. One excellent choice is…

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The Time To Tend To Your Air Conditioner Is Before You Need It

As the weather keeps getting warmer,  now is the time to tend to your air conditioner and prepare it for summer.…

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Optimal Use Of Your Programmable Thermostat

A programmable thermostat can save you a lot of money, but like any tool, you have to know how to use…

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A Whole-House Approach To Lowering Your Energy Costs

Energy costs in northwest Arkansas can be high, especially if you haven’t made an effort to improve your home’s efficiency. The…

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Duct-System Noise: Banging And Clatter Mean Something’s The Matter

The source of duct-system noise may be difficult to pinpoint. Ductwork naturally expands and contracts with temperature changes of the conditioned…

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An Easy Guide To Arkansas Home Insulation

After seeing how high your winter heating bills can be without adequate home insulation, you may be interested in making an…

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When The Power Goes Down, A Standby Generator Keeps You Up And Running

When the power goes out, you’re at the mercy of nature. Here in Arkansas, a severe storm or tornado can leave…

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Invest Your Tax Return In A Heat Pump, And You’ll Soon See The Payoff

It’s tax season, and if you get money back, it’s always a good idea to invest in something that will benefit…

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Start Planning For Your Geothermal Installation Now, And You’ll Be Breaking Ground Before Summer

Geothermal systems offer some of the best energy efficiency for heating and cooling your home, as well as being durable and…

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Have You Delayed Buying A Furnace? Why An End-Of-Season Purchase Makes Sense

Buying a furnace is a major investment that will have a strong impact on your home’s energy costs and comfort for…

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Mold Prevention Strategies That Really Work

Mold causes a lot of problems for Arkansas homeowners, but there are a number of ways you can prevent mold from…

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Anatomy Of An Energy Bill: Seeing Where You Can Save Once You Know Where Your Dollars Go

Everybody wants to reduce their energy bill. But how can you lower your energy bill if you don’t know what’s driving…

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Designing And Maintaining An Energy-Efficient Duct System

For energy savings year in and year out, efficient ductwork design is a key factor. In addition to energy savings, your…

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When The Weather Gets Nasty, A Standby Generator Has Your Back

Power outages can happen at any time, but severe winter weather makes blackouts all the more likely in northwest Arkansas. When…

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How A Zoning System Delivers Custom Comfort From One Room To The Next And One Season To Another

A zoning system can be an effective solution to indoor comfort problems, all while helping you reduce your heating and cooling…

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You Can Relax — You’ve Called A NATE-Certified Contractor

Any Yellow Pages or Internet search can tell you that there are dozens of contractors to choose from when you have…

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Furnace Noise: Pay Attention To Those Clicks, Pops And Bangs

Mysterious furnace noises shouldn’t be ignored, as they often signal underlying problems that you should have addressed promptly — before they…

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Buying A Furnace Online: Why You’re Likely To Get More Than You Bargained For

Buying a furnace online may seem like a great way to save money. However, there are several factors about buying online…

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Red-Tagged Furnace: Replacing The Unit Vs. Replacing The Heat Exchanger

The day may come when you are faced with a red-tagged furnace, most likely because the heat exchanger has cracked. If…

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Compare The AFUE Ratings, But Run The Numbers, Too When You’re Buying A Furnace

If you want lower energy bills, you need a more efficient furnace. The efficiency of furnaces is determined by annual fuel…

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At Paschal Heating, Air & Geothermal, Our Work Isn’t Done Until You’re Satisfied — We Guarantee It

At Paschal Heating, Air & Geothermal, the work isn’t done until you’re satisfied — and we have the guarantee to prove…

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How A Dual-Fuel System Maximizes Comfort And Efficiency As Temperatures Rise And Fall

If you’re in the market for a new heating and air conditioning system in northwest Arkansas, consider a dual-fuel system. These…

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Your New Ventilation System: Keep These 8 Design Factors In Mind

Ventilation systems are becoming increasingly more important as homes are built with tighter and tighter exterior shells. Such tight construction is…

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Four Easy Ways To Maximize Heating-System Efficiency

An efficient heating system can reduce your energy costs while also keeping your family warm and cozy all winter long. You…

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MERV Filters: Selecting The One That’s Right For Your System

Winter is bearing down hard on northwest Arkansas, which means your furnace is going to get a real workout for several…

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Heat Pumps: Along With Advanced Features And Efficiency Ratings, Consider These 4 Factors

When buying a residential heat pump, the features and efficiency ratings of the unit are two of the most important things…

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Garage Emissions Could Be Degrading Your Indoor Air Quality — Here’s How

You probably spend a vast majority of your time indoors, especially now that the weather has turned cold. For this reason,…

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Holding Down Your Home Heating Costs As Arkansas Temperatures Continue To Drop

To avoid having to pay exorbitant heating costs as the temperatures keep dropping, you should make sure your home is prepared…

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Furnace Replacement: Choosing A Correctly Sized Unit With The Features And Efficiency Rating That Are Right For Your Home

When it comes to furnace replacement, size matters. In other words, the efficiency of your new furnace depends on it being…

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Cold And Flu Season’s Almost Here — UV Lights Can Help You Fend It Off

Cold and flu season is almost upon us and many homeowners aren’t familiar with a simple installation that can help them…

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Getting Through A Power Outage — Before, During And After

Losing your electrical power during the winter is no joke, as subzero temperatures can be potentially life-threatening. That’s why it’s smart…

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Assessing Your Lot For Geothermal Heating and Cooling

With temperatures plunging amid the rising costs of fuel bills, a geothermal heat pump is a proven way to save energy…

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Pull Out The Energy Star Yardstick To See How Your Home Measures Up

In order to better manage your home’s energy and efficiency, it is crucial to first understand where you currently stand. Energy…

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Ideal Programmable Thermostat Practices To Boost Energy Savings

When you use a programmable thermostat to control your heating or cooling system, you gain the ability to precisely manage when…

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Set Your Whole-House Humidification System To Gain Energy Savings This Winter

With a whole-house humidification system, you can dramatically improve the interior comfort of your home while also saving energy and reducing…

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