Shavitz Heating and Air Conditioning Blog: Archive for July, 2015

Using a Geothermal Heat Pump for Cooling

Monday, July 27th, 2015

We’ve posted a lot about the advantages of using a heat pump to cool your home. While a heat pump is one of the best options for home climate control, there is not just one type of heat pump. One of the types that are not discussed as frequently are geothermal heat pumps. These are one of the best heat pump types for actually cooling your home, and are among the most energy efficient climate control systems in existence. Let’s take a closer look at how using a geothermal system can benefit you.

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The Biggest Advantage of Ductless Split Systems

Monday, July 20th, 2015

We’ve had a number of posts about the installation and maintenance of ductless split systems over the past couple of months. We’ve also outlined some of the advantages of installing a ductless split system over a central air conditioner. What we haven’t really done, though, is gone through the biggest advantage of ductless split systems in detail. That advantage is the ability to serve as both a heating and air conditioning system. Let’s take a look at how a ductless split system can accomplish this.

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How a Dehumidifier Can Help Keep You Cool This Summer

Monday, July 13th, 2015

Everyone turns on their air conditioners on a daily basis when summer rolls around, and in some areas that’s more than enough to maintain a comfortable indoor climate. Around here, however, humidity can make it much more difficult to keep comfortable. If you have a problem with humidity in your home, you should consider installing a dehumidifier. Let’s take a look at how a dehumidifier can correct your humidity imbalance, and help keep you cool throughout the summer months.

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3 Ways to Boost Your Comfort This July

Monday, July 6th, 2015

Every summer that rolls around presents its own challenges in terms of comfort. While our summers are not quite as brutal as our winters, they can still be uncomfortable for many homeowners, particularly those with lackluster HVAC systems or just window units. But there is plenty that you can do as a homeowner to boost your comfort throughout the month of July as well as the remainder of the summer. When you work with the professionals at Shavitz Heating and Air Conditioning, you’ll be in good hands. Here are some tips for you to consider.

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