• Retrofit Incentives…Even Commercial Buildings

    Updated: 2011-04-30 17:53:36
    I am frequently asked if there is a federal tax credit for commercial building owners comparable to the 25C federal tax credit for qualified residential improvements. In answering the questions about federal credits for commercial buildings, I always recommend checking the Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency (DSIRE). If you click on the [...]

  • Expect Changes to Your 2012 W-2 Forms

    Updated: 2011-04-30 17:53:36
    There has been a lot of discussion and quite a bit of confusion about a new W-2 requirement that directs employers to disclose the costs of health care coverage on the employee’s W-2 form starting next year. This new mandate comes from (what else) a provision in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, the [...]

  • What’s Going On In Washington This Week…

    Updated: 2011-04-30 17:53:36
    The House and Senate returned from a week long recess on Monday. The Senate will return to unfinished work on a small-business research bill. Two amendments (of many) are expected that may be of interest to ACCA. The first would block pending EPA regulation of greenhouse gases. A victory here would kill the slim chance [...]

  • A Historical Perspective on the Looming Budget Confrontation

    Updated: 2011-04-30 17:53:36
    The House and Senate will likely approve this week a short term spending bill that will keep the government operating until April 8, 2011. This will be the sixth time since October that Congress has had to pass a “continuing resolution” in order to pass a budget and avoid a shutdown of the federal government. [...]

  • 3% Withholding Tax on Government Contracts – The Next 1099 Issue

    Updated: 2011-04-30 17:53:36
    Do you do any work under a contract with a local, state, or federal government? A provision in the 2005 tax reconciliation bill (Section 511 of the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005) requires federal, state, and local governments to start withholding 3% of payment due to government service providers starting next year. [...]

  • Why You Should Attend the ACCA Washington Fly-In

    Updated: 2011-04-30 17:53:36
    ACCA’s annual Washington Fly-In is taking place April 5 & 6. Here are a few reasons why you should attend…besides that fact that you will be working to make your business and industry stronger. My Congressman doesn’t care about me or what I think… If you think your Representative or your Senators don’t care about [...]

  • ACCA Urges Michigan’s DTE Energy to Reinstate Manual J Requirement in Incentive Program

    Updated: 2011-04-30 17:53:36
    Last week, ACCA sent a letter to Dave Walker, Chair of the Program Design and Implementation Workgroup for the Michigan Public Services Commission voicing our concern that Detroit-based DTE Energy had recently dropped a requirement to perform a Manual J load calculation as part of its HVAC incentive program. ACCA’s letter, which you can read [...]

  • What’s the Status of Regional Standards?

    Updated: 2011-04-30 17:53:36
    If you attended the Town Hall meeting at the ACCA Conference and Indoor Air Expo in San Antonio in February you heard a lively discussion about regional standards and their impact the HVACR industry. This is an update on the proposed regional standards plan making its way through the rulemaking process. To review, the Department [...]

  • The ACCA-PAC and You

    Updated: 2011-04-30 17:53:36
    Let me start off by saying this is not a solicitation for money. All I want is your signature on a piece of paper. ACCA-PAC is ACCA’s political action committee, and it’s the only one in Washington funded by the voluntary contributions of HVACR contractors. In the last two election cycles, ACCA-PAC raised more than [...]

  • Residential HVAC Rebates Still Available in Five States

    Updated: 2011-04-30 17:53:36
    According to a recent notice from the Department of Energy, five states still have funding for consumer rebates on ENERGY STAR qualified central air conditioners and air- and ground-source heat pumps through the State Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate Program. These rebates are being funded with $300 million from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. [...]

  • Air Conditioning - How Inverters Work Basics

    Updated: 2011-04-28 22:06:05
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  • Pricing New Air Conditioner Cost Price for New Heat Pump

    Updated: 2011-04-24 00:49:26
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  • Condensing Unit Too Close to House

    Updated: 2011-04-22 06:37:53
    Home Contact Links About Air Conditioners Air Conditioners 1 Air Conditioners 2 AC Troubleshooting Air Conditioning Reviews Chilled Water System Basics How AC Works Ask Mr HVAC HVAC Control Heating Boiler Electric Heating Gas Furnaces Heat Pumps Hot Water Heaters Oil Furnaces Unit Heaters HVAC HVAC Applications Critical Facilities Duct Work Energy Efficiency Fans and Airflow Generator Systems Heating Cooling Chilled Water Systems Gas Supply HVAC Refrigeration Hydronics Piping Valves HVAC Components HVAC Equipment Air Conditioning Air Handlers Boilers Cooling Towers Condensing Units Gas Furnaces Heat Pumps MiniSplit Ductless Systems Unit Heaters VAV Boxes Safety Health Techs Safety Health Code and Safety HVAC Tech HVAC Industry Info HVAC Technical HVAC Tech Tools HVAC Terms Learn HVAC

  • Richardson AC Contractor recommends Trane’s 2/4TFB compact air handler

    Updated: 2011-04-21 18:11:39
    Richardson AC Contractor Total Air & Heat recommends Trane’s 2/4TFB compact air handler. Tight spaces are no problem with the compact design of the 2/4TFB air handler. Only 37-39 inches tall, the unit can be easily installed over a hot water heater, or in a basement or attic. Featuring: A perfect fit The smaller size [...]

  • Allen AC Contractor offers air conditioning tips for the Spring season

    Updated: 2011-04-18 17:21:09
    Allen AC Contractor Total Air & Heat offers air conditioning tips for the Spring season. Spring is here; summer will be here soon.  It’s best to prepare for the warm weather before it is too late.  Here are some tips to get you started: Be sure to remove any covering, if any, you placed over [...]

  • Garland AC Repair Service stresses importance of choosing the right HVAC contractor

    Updated: 2011-04-15 22:00:12
    Garland AC Repair Service Total Air & Heat stresses importance of choosing the right HVAC contractor. Receiving quality air conditioning and heating repair service is dependent upon who’s servicing your system.  It really does not get more complicated than that.  This is why it is so very important to choose the best HVAC contractor suited [...]

  • Spring Cleaning And Maintenance Tips For Your Car And Truck

    Updated: 2011-04-14 08:00:41
    With April in full swing, a lot of people like to open the windows and clean their homes. We’re here to tell you that you should not forget about your car or truck in April.  It too needs to be cleaned…

  • Myron Ebell of the CEI talking on Global Warming

    Updated: 2011-04-14 02:20:00
    This comes highly regarded but my connection is a little slow. Myron Ebell chairs the Cooler Heads Coalition, which comprises over two dozen non-profit groups in the USA and abroad that question global warming alarmism and oppose energy rationing policies. Global Warming Event CEI from CEI Video on Vimeo. I would welcome any reviews.

  • Plano HVAC Contractor prepares your family for summer heat

    Updated: 2011-04-13 20:30:15
    Plano HVAC Contractor Total Air & Heat prepares you and your family for the summer heat. Summer will be here shortly; it is best to prepare your air conditioning system for the incoming summer heat as soon as possible.  Let Total Air & Heat perform a system inspection to give you peace-of-mind. Are you prepared [...]

  • Richardson AC Contractor talks HVAC maintenance

    Updated: 2011-04-13 04:29:14
    Richardson AC Contractor Total Air & Heat talks importance of HVAC maintenance. Summer is quickly approaching, and the last thing anyone wants is for their air conditioning system to stop working in the middle of these warmer months. Unfortunately, a lot of people think that they only need to interact with their HVAC systems when [...]

  • Summer Getaway Spots That Will Keep You Cool

    Updated: 2011-04-12 08:00:06
    We’ve been talking a lot recently on our blog about staying cool this summer and your car’s air conditioning system. Today, we thought we’d tell you how to keep your family cool this summer while vacationing.  It all starts with picking…

  • McKinney AC Repair Service delivers exceptional service

    Updated: 2011-04-08 21:20:22
    McKinney AC Repair Service Total Air & Heat delivers exceptional air conditioning and heating service. More than five decades after its original conception Total Air & Heat continues to provide quality service to both residential and commercial clients.  Total Air & Heat’s ability to sustain operation throughout the ups and downs of the last 50+ [...]

  • Protect Your Children And Pets from Hot Cars This Summer

    Updated: 2011-04-07 08:00:15
    The summer months are upon us!  That means it’s going to get a lot warmer inside your car. This can be a serious problem for young children as well as pets. Temperatures drastically increase in cars that are parked for long periods…

  • Common Sources Of Car Air Conditioning Problems

    Updated: 2011-04-04 08:00:17
    There’s nothing worse than turning on your car’s A/C on a hot day and it’s blowing out warm air. If you’re experiencing an air conditioning problem with your car, you’re not alone.  It’s quite common for the air conditioners in cars,…

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