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Conditioning Energy 1 Heating & Air Conditioning Tips Heating and Air Conditioning Advice and Tips for the Lorain Area Connect With Us: Energy 1 Heating & Air Conditioning 1 (440) 246-5440 Serving the Lorain, OH Area Blog About Home Comfort Guide Services Contact Us « Older posts Learn How to Maximize Your Furnace Efficiency This Winter By Angie Lyczkowski | Published: December 28, 2023 Your HVAC system uses more energy than any other appliance in your home. How can you get through the freezing winter without running your furnace? That’s why it’s important to make sure it runs efficiently. Here are a few tips for maximizing your furnace efficiency. Read More » Posted in Furnaces | Tagged furnace efficiency | Leave a comment Should You Inspect a Prospective Home’s HVAC System? By Angie Lyczkowski | Published: December 26, 2023 When you’re house hunting, you’ll certainly have a home inspector inspect prospective homes. But do you know that having a potential home’s heating and cooling system checked by an HVAC professional is equally important? Keep reading to find out why you should have your HVAC system inspected separately. Read More » Posted in HVAC System | Tagged inspect hvac | Leave a comment Learn Some Natural Heating Methods to Help You Save Money By Angie Lyczkowski | Published: December 21, 2023 Have you thought about employing some natural heating practices to save energy? To be sure, it’s not that hard to help out your heating equipment so that you don’t have to turn up the thermostat on cold days. Here are some rather simple ways to save money on your energy bill and to lower your carbon footprint this winter. Read More » Posted in Heating | Tagged Natural Heating Methods | Leave a comment Does Your Home’s IAQ Decrease During the Winter Months? By hannah | Published: December 19, 2023 Why do allergies get worse in the winter? Why are colds and flus more prevalent? One of the biggest factors is your indoor air quality. As temperatures go down, pollutants in your home rise. Here are several reasons why your home’s IAQ decreases in winter — and what to do about them. Read More » Posted in IAQ – Indoor Air Quality , Uncategorized | Tagged winter iaq | Leave a comment Know the Top Furnace Problems Homeowners Encounter By Angie Lyczkowski | Published: December 14, 2023 Although your furnace is expected to serve you faithfully for years, it will probably experience problems at some point. Knowing the top furnace problems you may encounter will help you identify the symptoms and take preventive measures to avoid them. Here’s more on some of the top furnace problems you may face. Read More » Posted in Furnaces | Tagged furnace problems | Leave a comment Learn How to Safely Decorate Your Home This Holiday Season By Angie Lyczkowski | Published: December 12, 2023 With the holiday season underway, it’s time to put up your decorations. However, keep in mind that it’s important to decorate safely. Fires from candles , wiring, and other hazards can make this time of year dangerous if you’re not careful. The following tips can help you enjoy a safe and festive season. Read More » Posted in Safety | Tagged Safely Decorate | Leave a comment Should You Cover Your Thermostat with Holiday Decorations? By Angie Lyczkowski | Published: December 7, 2023 Displaying holiday decorations can be a fun and festive way to get into the spirit of the season, but it’s important to keep home and HVAC-system safety in mind. That may seem like an obvious point, but it’s very easy to overlook potential risks posed by hanging decorations placed near heat sources and HVAC components such as air vents and the thermostat. Taking a few simple steps can help ensure that the holiday season is celebrated safely. Read More » Posted in Thermostats | Tagged holiday , thermostat | Leave a comment How to Safely Use Space Heaters in Your Home This Winter By Angie Lyczkowski | Published: December 6, 2023 Did you know that portable space heaters cause about 1,700 home fires every year? Even as you enjoy the added layer of warmth that a space heater provides in a chilly or drafty room in your Lorain home this winter, be sure to prioritize safety with the following tips. Keep the Heater Away From Flammable Objects The leading cause of fires from space heaters is keeping the units near flammable materials. Place your space heater on a hard, stable, and nonflammable surface and at least 3 feet away from anything that can burn, such as papers, curtains, upholstered furniture, and bedding. Don’t place it in a child’s room or use it in a garage or workshop near gas cans, paint, or matches. Don’t Leave the Heater Unattended Turn off your heater when going to sleep or leaving the room. Letting it run unattended could create a fire hazard, especially if you have curious kids or pets. Plug Directly Into the Wall Outlet It’s best to avoid using a power strip or extension cord with a space heater to prevent overheating . Avoid plugging an extension cord or another device into the same electrical outlet as your space heater. Manufacturers also recommend keeping space heaters several feet away from walls, as they may overheat them. Watch Out for Signs of Malfunction If you own an older space heater, it probably lacks the safety feature that makes newer models shut down when malfunctioning, so be on the lookout for warning signs. For example, an orange flame instead of a blue one indicates the heater isn’t functioning properly. You should turn it off immediately. Inspect the cord periodically for damage. Don’t use the space heater if you notice the cord is worn or frayed. Install Working Alarms You should install and maintain carbon monoxide and smoke alarms on every level of the house and outside every sleeping area. Test them every month to ensure they’re working. Space heaters can be perfectly safe if used correctly while taking the necessary precautions. Contact us at Energy 1 Heating & Air Conditioning for all your heating and cooling needs in the Lorain area. Posted in Heating | Tagged space heater | Leave a comment Learn How BTUs Can Have an Impact on a Home’s Heating System By Angie Lyczkowski | Published: November 28, 2023 How much heat does your furnace provide? Knowing that will tell you how much energy it’s using, whether it’s the right size for your home, and a host of other information. To find out, look for the number of BTUs it produces in a given period of time. What is a BTU and how does it affect your home’s heating system? Read on to discover what you need to know. Read More » Posted in Heating | Tagged BTU , Home’s Heating System | Leave a comment Learn the Alternate Heating Methods You Might Consider By Angie Lyczkowski | Published: November 23, 2023 Your furnace is essential to getting you through the cold Ohio winter. What happens if a power outage shuts down your system and leaves you without heat? Here are a few alternate heating methods to get you through until power can be restored. Read More » Posted in Heating | Tagged Heating Methods | Leave a comment « Older posts Click Here, For Specials & Deals » Call Us: 1 (440) 246-5440 Recent Posts Learn How to Maximize Your Furnace Efficiency This Winter Should You Inspect a Prospective Home’s HVAC System? Learn Some Natural Heating Methods to Help You Save Money Does Your Home’s IAQ Decrease During the Winter Months? 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