Author Archives: Brad Crawford

Energy Savings 101 — It All Starts With A Smart Thermostat

By Brad Crawford | Published: May 17, 2012

The weather in Dallas has been beautiful this spring. The only negative is that these temperatures won’t be around much longer before the outside temperature hits the summer highs. You

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Enhance Indoor Air Quality With UV Light Installation

By Brad Crawford | Published: May 15, 2012

North Texans know that the spring and summer can bring many unwanted allergies, illnesses, viruses and other health problems to residents. These health problems occur due to the rapidly warming

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Keep Humidity Within Reason With Whole House Dehumidification

By Brad Crawford | Published: May 10, 2012

The high heat and humidity of North Texas can be an oppressive combination, and can make even being at home uncomfortable. Although the humidity can make you and your family

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The Benefits Of Annual HVAC Maintenance Agreements

By Brad Crawford | Published: May 8, 2012

Keeping your home’s cooling and heating system functioning properly, safely and efficiently will not only prolong the life of the system but will also save you money. Unfortunately, many homeowners

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When the Power Goes Out, A Standby Generator Keeps Your Home Operational

By Brad Crawford | Published: May 3, 2012

Have you ever suffered through an extended power outage in your home? If you have, you know what a hassle that can be, as well as the potential dangers that

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Annual HVAC Service Plans Benefit Homeowners Like You

By Brad Crawford | Published: May 1, 2012

Buying a furnace or air conditioner is a big investment you’ll want to protect. By adding an annual HVAC service plan, you ensure your equipments continues to run smoothly, which

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How Improving HVAC Efficiency Can Alleviate Springtime Allergies

By Brad Crawford | Published: April 26, 2012

As pollen counts rise, many Americans find themselves suffering from itchy eyes, sneezing, sinus headaches and other uncomfortable allergy symptoms. Unfortunately, it’s nearly impossible to avoid outdoor allergy symptoms. However,

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Prepare For Cooling Season By Reducing Your Cooling Load

By Brad Crawford | Published: April 24, 2012

With the heat of spring and summer just around the corner, higher cooling costs are coming our way, too. However, there are things you can do around the house to

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Options For Geothermal Ground Loop Installations — Basic Guidelines

By Brad Crawford | Published: April 19, 2012

Geothermal heat pumps use the earth’s constant temperature as the method of exchanging heat between your home’s interior and the outside. This method of heat transfer allows a geothermal system

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Air Conditioning 101 — Dealing With Excess Dust

By Brad Crawford | Published: April 17, 2012

Just like anyplace else where dust accumulates during hot, dry summers, North Texas homeowners can experience excessive dust that may interfere with proper air conditioning. Dust can enter your home

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