Keeping Cool for Back to School
It’s that time of year again: back to school. Last year, the pandemic upended the quintessential visions of kids boarding ...
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The Energy Transition: The All-Electric Difference
Photo Credit: J. Loren Photography From electric cars to induction cooktops, consumers are discovering how all-electric technology can provide ...
Technology Spotlight: What is Dual Barrier Coating?
Image above: 10 years of build-up on an improperly-maintained unit (left) versus a clean unit, protected with Dual Barrier Coating ...
Beat the Summer Heat with an All-Electric, Zoned System
The official start of summer brings visions of vacations, splashing in the pool, cookouts and relaxation to mind. For most ...
A Zoned Home is a Cozy Home this Holiday Season
The holidays look a bit different this year, with COVID-19-related restrictions prompting many of us to forgo holiday travel and ...
Surviving the Spring Temperature Swings
Does this sound familiar? It’s finally mild enough outside to justify turning off the heat. Then, one particularly hot afternoon, ...
A Spring HVAC Refresh
Spring has officially sprung and with it comes spring cleaning. Many homeowners use this time of year as a chance ...
Project Profile: Farmer Passive House
When architect Trey Farmer purchased a 104-year old craftsman house in Austin, Texas, he decided to push the envelope on ...
HVAC’s Place in the Rise of Modular Construction
Modular construction has emerged as a time-, cost- and resource-efficient way to build everything from homes to high-rises. A ...
An Overview of Popular Green Certifications
In today’s residential construction landscape, there’s a growing popularity of sustainably-built homes. The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) reports, ...
Project Spotlight: Lofts at Empire Yard
There’s an old saying, “beauty is in the eye of the beholder.” This phrase certainly rang true when developer Brooks ...
Mythbusters: The Bigger the HVAC System, the Better
While variable-capacity HVAC technology was introduced to the U.S. over 30 years ago and is very common abroad, many consumers ...
Home for the Holidays
Oh, there’s no place like home for the holidays! Picture this: you’re gathered under one roof with your family. Spreads ...
Quality HVAC in a Design-Friendly Package
Consumer perception of wall-mounted indoor units has transformed over the years. The units have evolved from distracting and bulky to ...
Project Profile: Hollis Primary School
Housed within a brick masonry building constructed in 1952, Hollis Primary School (HPS) has served its community for generations. But ...
The Relationship Between HVAC and Residential Architecture
Residential architecture has evolved quite a bit over the centuries. Today’s homeowners favor a modern farmhouse style with open ...
The Appeal of Wall-Mounted Indoor Units
Today’s Wall-Mounted Indoor Units are sleeker-looking and more compact than ever before, available in a range of finishes that complement ...
Project Profile: Robb Home
Michelle Robb is no ordinary homeowner – perhaps you even recognize her name. As our very own Director of Residential Marketing, Robb knows HVAC inside and out.
VRF’s Role in Oklahoma City’s River Revitalization
The Oklahoma City (OKC) Boathouse District is central to the recent revitalization of the Oklahoma River. Its six buildings offer athletic training ...
How VRF Addresses Educational Facilities’ IAQ Challenges
Indoor air quality (IAQ) is especially important in educational facilities. Viruses, bacteria, allergens, dust, gases and other contaminants circulate inside, ...