Articles related to "Refrigerant"

It must be getting close to summer, judging by all the Air Conditioning questions I’m receiving.

Many take the cool air produced by an air conditioning unit for granted, but how is that cold air created?

The energy efficiency of a central air conditioner: SEER rating, Condenser and Evaporator maintenance, and cleaning and calibrating an analog or digital thermostat.

Only a few months are left for consumers to consider whether they should purchase air conditioning using newer refrigerant versus an older type to save money.

Refrigerators and air conditioners owe their performance to the thermodynamic process known as the refrigeration cycle.

A 1993 Buick Park Avenue with CV Joints needing greasing and a 1997 Chevy S10 with an A/C problem.

Many people who buy a new refrigerator should consider giving their old refrigerator to their local power utility for a free $25-$50 refrigerator recycling rebate.

The green building movement is gathering momentum and both general contractors and remodeling contractors are educating themselves on materials and ENERGY STAR appliances

When it's time for fridge repair, it's time for refrigerator troubleshooting. Whether it's a Samsung with a bad compressor, or an LG, diagnose and fix the appliance

Electric heat pumps are the best AC/heating systems for moderate climates. Technical research is leading to energy efficiency, high SEER ratings, and green building.

Are you considering taking on a whole house renovation project? This article will outline an approach that has proven over the years to be wildly successful.

When the weather gets cold, installing an in-ground or above ground swimming pool heater allows continued recreational and lap swimming. Choose solar, gas, or heat pump.

No matter the result of the Copenhagen Summit, the individual can play his part in reducing his energy usage and lowering carbon emissions.

Electric heat pump systems work best in moderate climates, where the summer temperatures don't go off the charts and the winter cold isn't too drastic.

Food safety starts with buying foods low in bacteria. Good storage practice is keeping the fridge clean, odor-free and checking for correct storage times from food tables

Greenhouse gases are produced by natural and human activity. Concentrations of carbon dioxide, ozone and methane gas in the atmosphere have been impacted by human action.

With Apple's new approach to environmental responsibilities, perhaps it will set an example for other companies to follow and reduce e-waste and its consequences.