• Around the States: Financing Opportunities Pop Up Along the East Coast

    Updated: 2012-11-30 19:40:37
    Power NY: New York Passes First in National On-Bill Financing Legislation This summer, New York became the first state to offer on-bill financing to fund energy efficiency retrofits.  The Power NY Act of 2011 allows low to moderate income utility customers to make energy efficiency upgrades to their homes and pay for them through the [...]

  • Rehberg Amendment Passes Critical Committee Vote

    Updated: 2012-11-30 19:40:37
    A bill to fund the EPA has passed out of committee with a key amendment that would ban enforcement of the Lead Rule until the agency approves a commercially available lead test kit. The House Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Subcommittee passed the FY 2012 Interior-Environment Appropriations Bill by a vote of 28-18 last [...]

  • How Is The Debt Limit Like A Rookie Salary Cap?

    Updated: 2012-11-30 19:40:37
    If you had asked me two months ago which would be resolved first, the debt ceiling debate or the NFL Lockout, I would have told you that it was a no brainer that Congress would raise the debt ceiling before the August 2 deadline. Just a few weeks ago there was talk of getting it [...]

  • Industry Capitol Hill Event Features HVACR & Hot Water Equipment Cake

    Updated: 2012-11-30 19:40:37
    Last night ACCA, along with our partners AHRI, HARDI, NATE, and PHCC, hosted a reception in the Rayburn House Office Building to introduce members of Congress and staff to our industry and its products. The featured attraction was a 250 pound cake depicting heating, ventilation, air condition, refrigeration, and hot water equipment from Carlo’s Bakery [...]

  • Airline Taxes Lapse But Airlines Continue To Collect Tax

    Updated: 2012-11-30 19:40:37
    Here’s a Washington story you may have missed with all the attention focused on the debt ceiling balanced budget vote. When Congress failed to pass a bill last week extending the authorization for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), airlines were no longer required to collect a host of taxes added to a passenger’s ticket price. [...]

  • Around the States: Contactor Protection and Efforts to Level the Playing Field

    Updated: 2012-11-30 19:40:37
    Pennsylvania: Putting Liability in its Proper Place Pennsylvania State Senator Lisa M. Boscola introduced a bill in Harrisburg that would take steps to protect HVAC contractors from claims related to mold or mold damage.  SB 647 would make HVAC contractors, unless otherwise agreed in writing, not liable for personal injuries, property damage or other damages, [...]

  • Obama Administration Looking to Change Union Organizing Rules

    Updated: 2012-11-30 19:40:37
    As you may know, Big Labor and their allies in the federal government are trying to enact the failed “card check” legislation through regulatory fiat. Federal regulators appointed by the Obama administration at the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and Department of Labor (DOL) have proposed two new rules that threaten employers’ ability to seek [...]

  • Find Incentives in your Area

    Updated: 2012-11-30 19:40:37
    We’re excited to announce a new feature on the ACCA website that is designed to help contractors find energy efficiency incentives for their customers. The Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency (DSIRE) is an ongoing project of North Carolina State University and the Interstate Renewable Energy Council.  DSIRE serves as a comprehensive source [...]

  • 7 Key Locations To Focus Air Sealing Efforts

    Updated: 2012-11-29 14:00:48
    There are all sorts of measures you can take to improve the energy efficiency of your home, but one of the most important places to concentrate your efforts is inRead More >>

  • Need A Sewer Installation? Look To Geisel

    Updated: 2012-11-29 14:00:35
    A sewer installation is a major project, and since it’s something that’s disruptive to your household, it’s not a project you want to go through twice. That’s why we atRead More >>

  • Troubleshooting Your Heating System Problem

    Updated: 2012-11-28 00:14:19
    As a homeowner in Fort Worth, now is the time to get your heating system ready for the upcoming months of cold weather. A professional inspection of your Fort Worth heating system performed by Brown Service Company technicians will ensure … Continue reading →

  • Time To Schedule Heat Pump Maintenance: Contact Air-Rite Today

    Updated: 2012-11-27 14:00:47
    A heat pump system can be an energy-efficient way to cool and heat your home; such systems work especially well for those who live in warmer climates like the Fort Worth/ArlingtonRead More >>

  • Use Information From A Professional Energy Audit To Boost Savings

    Updated: 2012-11-27 14:00:34
    Are you looking for ways to improve energy savings in your Cleveland-area home? If so, you should schedule a professional energy audit. It will help determine where and how yourRead More >>

  • Vancouver Heating Tip: The Importance of Proper Ductwork Design

    Updated: 2012-11-26 17:51:08
    Poor energy efficiency can be a costly problem in many Vancouver homes. There are a lot of possible reasons that you may be experiencing energy efficiency problems at home, and it can be difficult to pinpoint the source of the issue.

  • Choosing An HVAC Contractor? This Installation Checklist Helps You Vet An Expert

    Updated: 2012-11-22 14:00:47
    Choosing an HVAC contractor is one of the most important decisions you will make when it comes to making repairs or modifications to your home. That is because your heatingRead More >>

  • Energy-Savings Myths: 5 Tips To Ensure You’re Following Best Practices

    Updated: 2012-11-22 14:00:33
    The high cost of energy has most of us looking for ways to save on heating and cooling our homes, but many accepted truths about saving energy are well-intentioned myths.Read More >>

  • Using A Gas Furnace To Heat Your Home? Prioritize Safety Factors

    Updated: 2012-11-20 14:00:46
    While using a gas furnace to heat your home is cost effective, it’s important to keep your family’s safety in mind when operating your system. Here are some tips toRead More >>

  • A Homeowner’s Guide To Hydronic Heating

    Updated: 2012-11-20 14:00:33
    An effective way to save on utility expenses this year, while improving home comfort, is to heat your home with a smart energy alternative to traditional heating systems: hydronic heating.Read More >>

  • Portland Heating Tip: Potential Reasons for Delayed Gas Furnace Ignition

    Updated: 2012-11-19 22:16:38
    Are you having problems with your gas furnace ignition? The Portland heating experts at Midway Mechanical can help you out with any furnace issue. A delay in the ignition could be the result of a problem with not enough gas getting to the burners.

  • Ductwork Sealing: 3 Benefits North Texas Homeowners Can’t Afford To Ignore

    Updated: 2012-11-15 14:00:59
    If you have forced-air heating and cooling in your home, you rely on a network of ducts to deliver conditioned air. These ducts are prone to energy loss because ofRead More >>

  • Got Any Of These Plumbing Problems? Here Are Some Expert Solutions

    Updated: 2012-11-15 14:00:20
    In the greater Cleveland area, as anywhere, you’re likely at one time or another to experience plumbing problems. We know that most homeowners have little or no experience with theseRead More >>

  • Kern Energy Watch Ugly Sweater Challenge 2012

    Updated: 2012-11-13 23:07:38
    Home How to Participate Submit Photos Official Rules A Merry Hideous Holiday Kern Energy Watch Take 5 for Energy Efficiency 2012 Energy Tip Working List Leave your blinds open . Let the sun warm your . space Turn off the lights when you leave a . space Give your oven the night off Unplug Do something fun : play a game , ride a , bike go bowling Want to stay in green fasion Wear more sweaters And , turn down the thermostat When the temperature starts to slide and you know it will you'll be tempted to crank up the . heat Before you raise the thermostat on your furnace , consider this : you use and pay for anywhere from 3 to 5 more energy for every degree above 68 In other words , when you set your thermostat on 70 you could be increasing your energy use by 10 Keep those dollars in your

  • Kern Energy Watch for Kern County California

    Updated: 2012-11-13 23:07:38
    About Us Local Governments Businesses Residents Events Training Financing Eligibility Resources Contact Us News Ugly Sweater Challenge Welcome to Energy Watch Kern Energy Watch is a joint partnership of Pacific Gas and Electric Company , Southern California Edison , Southern California Gas Company and the County of Kern and participating municipalities . Our mission is to reduce energy use throughout the county . nbsp We provide information about improving the energy efficiency of buildings and facilities . nbsp This is offered to residents , businesses , and local governments . We also encourage training industry professionals to incorporate energy efficiency into their practices . And we direct the installation of energy efficient equipment into local government facilities and businesses

  • Fall Furnace Checkup Crucial As Texas Temperatures Cool

    Updated: 2012-11-13 14:00:58
    Winter’s cold fronts are rolling towards the Fort Worth/Arlington area. That means it’s time for an annual fall furnace checkup from your local HVAC expert. Schedule your preventive maintenance andRead More >>

  • Winterize Your Home In Greater Cleveland : 3 Tips That Get Results

    Updated: 2012-11-13 14:00:19
    If you winterize your home this fall, you’ll be prepared for the cold temperatures that Mother Nature will throw your way. The three most important tips to buttoning up forRead More >>

  • What is a Heat Pump?

    Updated: 2012-11-13 11:59:40
    A heat pump is a heating and/or cooling system that transfers heat from one area to another using refrigerant fluid. Your home’s refrigerator is the simplest example of how a heat pump works. The refrigerant in the appliance extracts heat … Continue reading →

  • Vancouver Indoor Air tip: What is a UV Germicidal Light?

    Updated: 2012-11-12 18:25:13
    The indoor air quality in your home in Vancouver is something that you probably don’t give much thought. However, the EPA says that indoor air quality is one of the top 5 threats to respiratory health in the United States. We thought that it would be talk about a relatively new kind of air filtration system: ultra-violet germicidal lights...

  • Selecting A New Heat Pump? The Upgrade Should House These 3 Features

    Updated: 2012-11-08 14:00:58
    The decision to switch your home heating and cooling to a heat pump system is one that will pay off with increased HVAC efficiency, better indoor comfort and substantial savingsRead More >>

  • Sizing Your Water Heater In 3 Steps

    Updated: 2012-11-08 14:00:19
    Water heaters are one of the biggest energy consumers in American households. A storage tank water heater can account for anywhere from 14 to 25 percent of energy use inRead More >>

  • Dallas HVAC Company Answers Customer Questions And Explains Their Professional Operation (VIDEO)

    Updated: 2012-11-06 16:36:05
    Plano HVAC Company, Total Air and Heat, Answers Customer Questions And Explains Their Professional Operation  (VIDEO) Plano HVAC Company, Total Air & Heat, has provided quality, dependable, and high efficient heating and air conditioning systems since the founder, Fred Lauten, started the business in 1957. His son, Steve, carries on the family tradition and has installed thousands of [...]

  • Proper Attic Ventilation Has Advantages In Fall And Winter

    Updated: 2012-11-06 14:00:57
    During the summer, you hear a lot about attic ventilation and how it can help you keep home cooling costs under control. We know that giving heat a place toRead More >>

  • Improving Home Insulation Offers 3 Instantaneous Perks

    Updated: 2012-11-06 14:00:18
    Adding or improving home insulation can provide ample benefits for your Cleveland-area home. After adding to insulation, or replacing old insulation, you should realize three benefits right away as well asRead More >>

  • Dallas Air Conditioning and Heating Company Answers Customer Questions (VIDEO)

    Updated: 2012-11-05 15:28:22
    Dallas Air Conditioning and Heating Company, Total Air and Heat, Answers Customer Questions (VIDEO) Dallas Air Conditioning and Heating Company, Total Air & Heat, has provided quality, dependable, and high efficient heating and air conditioning systems since the founder, Fred Lauten, started the business in 1957. His son, Steve, carries on the family tradition and [...]

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