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| Page 1 of 4 | Previous | Next | THE SMART VAN JULY 26, 2011 Summer Read: The History of Air Conditioning In most areas of the United States these days, life would be almost unimaginable without a welcome blast of cool, indoor air. As a sort of ode to this modern antidote to triple-digit temperatures, Slate recently ran “A History of Air Conditioning. “Primitive air-conditioning systems have existed since ancient times.. link]. | EVERBLUE OCTOBER 3, 2011 Warm Up to BPI Air Conditioning & Heat Pump Professional Everblue is excited has announced the release of the BPI Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Professional curriculum. This BPI certification course ensures that HVAC technicians have demonstrated competency to achieve peak energy performance for HVAC systems. read more | | | | | | | MASTERCRAFT HCP JUNE 2, 2011 How does air conditioning work? Because of that, exposure to an air conditioned room was quite the treat. As soon as you opened those big doors, you were greeted by a magical blast of cold air, a blast completely out of place with the day’s conditions. The easiest explanation for how an air conditioning unit works is to say that the unit takes the hot air from a room and pushes it outdoors. The unit then creates cool air and replaces the hot air with the new, fresh, crisp, cool air. The summer heat is coming. | THE SMART VAN JANUARY 25, 2012 Smart, Efficient Appliances Take Center Stage at HVAC Expo Two thousand companies, representing 30 countries, and 50,000 visitors descended on the International Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Expo (AHR) in Chicago this week to hawk, ogle, and pitch their wares. Clean Tech HVAC AC AHR Expo 2012 air conditioning clean tech cooling Ecobee LG refrigeration TecogenEcobee Unveils ‘Smart Si’ Wi-Fi Thermostat. | | CONSTRUCTION LAW MUSINGS DECEMBER 2, 2011 Greening the Green Code Through Use Announcements Business of Construction Green Building Guest Post Friday Mechanic's Liens American Society of Heating Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers Gary Klein IECC IGCC Integrated gasification combined cycle International Code CouncilFor this week’s Guest Post Friday, we welcome a couple of authors. Gary Klein has been intimately involved in energy efficiency and renewable energy since 1973. His firm, Affiliated International Management LLC, provides consulting on sustainability. Craig Conner has been involved with energy efficient buildings since 1976. | | | | | | | | | -
MASTERCRAFT HCP | THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2011 Home Improvement Dictionary: Surge Tank Commercial Services Home Improvement Home Improvement Dictionary Plumbing a/c air conditioner air conditioning commercial furnace cooling diy duct cleaning electrical electrician faucets filtration furnace furnace filters heating home improvement leaks leaky pipes plumbing residential furnace sinks toilets uv lights water heaters whole house generators zone temperature controlSurge Tank. File under: Plumbing. storage reservoir that mitigates sudden drops and rises of water pressure in plumbing systems. Most common in commercial and industrial plumbing systems. MORE >> -
MASTERCRAFT HCP | WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2011 HVAC Maintenance Checklist Furnace Heating & Cooling a/c air conditioner air conditioning commercial furnace cooling diy duct cleaning electrical electrician faucets filtration furnace furnace filters heating home improvement leaks leaky pipes plumbing residential furnace sinks toilets uv lights water heaters whole house generators zone temperature controlMaintain your equipment to prevent future problems and unwanted costs. Keep your cooling and heating system at peak performance by having a contractor do annual pre-season check-ups. typical maintenance check-up should include the following. MORE >> -
MASTERCRAFT HCP | THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2011 Plumber jokes! Jokes a/c air conditioner air conditioning commercial furnace cooling diy duct cleaning electrical electrician faucets filtration furnace furnace filters heating home improvement jokes leaks leaky pipes plumbing residential furnace sinks toilets uv lights water heaters whole house generators zone temperature controlYou knew it was coming. It had to. We picked on our HVAC techs. We poked fun at our electricians. Tonight, Mastercraft takes aim at our plumbers with some of our favorite… Plumber Jokes!! good flush beats a full house every time. They even stole the toilet. MORE >> -
MASTERCRAFT HCP | FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2011 Remember: Don’t Burn Your Leaves We’ve addressed the importance of indoor air quality a number of times here at the Mastercraft blog. Outdoor air quality, however, is just as important and something you can easily affect. Home Improvement a/c air conditioner air conditioning commercial furnace cooling diy duct cleaning electrical electrician faucets filtration furnace furnace filters heating home improvement leaks leaky pipes plumbing residential furnace sinks toilets uv lights water heaters whole house generators zone temperature controlThese are toxic and carcinogenic compounds. MORE >> -
MASTERCRAFT HCP | THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2011 Wintertime Blues: How to Winterize Central Air Conditioners Last month, we delved into the age old question: What do I do with my window air conditioner during the winter months? But what about our friends with central air conditioners? Central air conditioning units aren’t exactly considered ‘mobile’ now, are they? Well, fear not…… How to prepare you central air conditioner for winter. First of all, winterizing your outside central air units doesn’t take much. Okay, so maybe it’s not age old. We’re doubting it was something Confucius ever asked. Cover the unit. MORE >> - First Day of Autumn Home Improvement Ideas MASTERCRAFT HCP | FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2011
- Labor Day MASTERCRAFT HCP | FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2011
- Hints From Heloise: Run, disposal, run! MASTERCRAFT HCP | MONDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2011
- Plumber: Hot accessories can make your bathroom cool MASTERCRAFT HCP | WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2011
- Homework: Heating and cooling maintenance MASTERCRAFT HCP | MONDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2011
- 4 things to consider before beginning a home improvement project MASTERCRAFT HCP | TUESDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2011
- Home Improvement Dictionary: Service Entrance MASTERCRAFT HCP | FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2011
- How Humidifiers Help MASTERCRAFT HCP | FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2011
- Button Up Your House For Fall MASTERCRAFT HCP | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2011
- The Safety Equipment You Will Need in Do it Yourself Projects MASTERCRAFT HCP | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2011
- Considerations for Fire Alarm System Wiring MASTERCRAFT HCP | MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2011
- Thomas Crapper: The Man, the Myth, the Legend MASTERCRAFT HCP | SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2011
- Hunting Season Means Proper Wood Stove Maintenance Season MASTERCRAFT HCP | THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2011
- How to store your window a/c unit during the cold months MASTERCRAFT HCP | FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2011
- ‘S’ trap drain vs. ‘P’ trap drain in home MASTERCRAFT HCP | MONDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2011
- DIY Journal: Choosing a wall color is tricky in room makeover MASTERCRAFT HCP | MONDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2011
- 5 Home Improvement Projects that Will Get You Top Dollar For Your Home MASTERCRAFT HCP | MONDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2011
- Air Seal and Insulate with ENERGY STAR MASTERCRAFT HCP | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2011
- The Importance of Commercial Furnace Maintenance MASTERCRAFT HCP | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2011
- Time to Check Up on Your Furnace Air Filter MASTERCRAFT HCP | THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2011
- How to Use a Power Miter Saw MASTERCRAFT HCP | WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2011
- 5 Fast Ways to Boost Home Energy Efficiency MASTERCRAFT HCP | MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2011
- Ready, Set … Retrofit MASTERCRAFT HCP | THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2011
- Damaged Extension Cord Causes Outlets to Stop Working MASTERCRAFT HCP | MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2011
- Utility rooms take a step up from basement MASTERCRAFT HCP | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2011
- Tale of a Home Renovation: Preparing for the Work! MASTERCRAFT HCP | WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2011
- 7 Small-Budget, Big-Impact Reader Upgrades MASTERCRAFT HCP | WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2011
- An Introduction MASTERCRAFT HCP | TUESDAY, MAY 17, 2011
- Report: HVAC Job Prospects, Contractor Confidence on Upswing as. THE SMART VAN | TUESDAY, MARCH 1, 2011
- No Power From Only One Outlet: Why? MASTERCRAFT HCP | TUESDAY, MAY 24, 2011
- Upcoming: Seminar on improving Air Flow & Air Distribution techniques MASTERCRAFT HCP | FRIDAY, MAY 20, 2011
- How often should you have your furnace & A/C “tuned up”? MASTERCRAFT HCP | FRIDAY, MAY 20, 2011
- Clean Your Ducts and Breathe Easy MASTERCRAFT HCP | WEDNESDAY, MAY 25, 2011
- Home Wiring Basics MASTERCRAFT HCP | FRIDAY, JUNE 3, 2011
- HVAC Jokes! MASTERCRAFT HCP | FRIDAY, JULY 8, 2011
- Weekend Project: A DIY Pool Heater MASTERCRAFT HCP | SATURDAY, JULY 16, 2011
- Back to School and Back to Work MASTERCRAFT HCP | FRIDAY, AUGUST 26, 2011
- Considering Whole House Generators MASTERCRAFT HCP | SATURDAY, AUGUST 20, 2011
- Three Weekend Fix-Its to Better Cool Your Home MASTERCRAFT HCP | THURSDAY, JULY 28, 2011
- Talking Sump Pumps MASTERCRAFT HCP | THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 2011
- Dear Mastercraft… MASTERCRAFT HCP | THURSDAY, AUGUST 4, 2011
- Are Oil Prices Being Manipulated? MASTERCRAFT HCP | WEDNESDAY, MAY 25, 2011
- BuildFax Remodeling Index for May Sets Mark for Highest Level of Activity on Record MASTERCRAFT HCP | MONDAY, JULY 25, 2011
- Data Furnaces: The HVAC System of the Future? MASTERCRAFT HCP | WEDNESDAY, JULY 27, 2011
- Zone Temperature Control MASTERCRAFT HCP | THURSDAY, AUGUST 4, 2011
- Is Something Burning? MASTERCRAFT HCP | FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2011
- Vampire Appliances?! MASTERCRAFT HCP | MONDAY, JUNE 13, 2011
- Keep Cool With These Energy (and Money) Saving Tips MASTERCRAFT HCP | WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22, 2011
- Smells & Noises: Plumbing Woes MASTERCRAFT HCP | THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2011
- Fine-tune that Furnace Before the Fall MASTERCRAFT HCP | THURSDAY, AUGUST 25, 2011
- 3 Weekend Fix-its MASTERCRAFT HCP | FRIDAY, AUGUST 12, 2011
- 5 Air Conditioner Maintenance Tips MASTERCRAFT HCP | FRIDAY, JULY 1, 2011
- Is it time to replace your electrical panel? MASTERCRAFT HCP | THURSDAY, JULY 7, 2011
- The summer season? Naw, it’s BBQ season! MASTERCRAFT HCP | THURSDAY, JULY 14, 2011
- UV Lights and Your Indoor Air Quality MASTERCRAFT HCP | THURSDAY, JULY 21, 2011
- Keeping Your Garbage Disposal in the Lineup MASTERCRAFT HCP | FRIDAY, MAY 27, 2011
- Improve Your Indoor Air Quality MASTERCRAFT HCP | FRIDAY, JUNE 10, 2011
- Extend the Life of Your Water Heater MASTERCRAFT HCP | WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15, 2011
- Wiring for the Big Boys: 220 Volt Safety Tips MASTERCRAFT HCP | FRIDAY, JUNE 24, 2011
- Five Things to Look for in a Plumber MASTERCRAFT HCP | WEDNESDAY, JUNE 29, 2011
- Avoid Home Plumbing Mishaps: Do You Have the Right Plunger for the Job? MASTERCRAFT HCP | FRIDAY, JULY 22, 2011
- Central vs. Windows vs. Portables: A Showdown MASTERCRAFT HCP | WEDNESDAY, JULY 27, 2011
- Common Culprits in Broken A/C Units MASTERCRAFT HCP | TUESDAY, JUNE 7, 2011
- What’s All this Talk about SEER Ratings? MASTERCRAFT HCP | TUESDAY, JULY 19, 2011
- Air Duct Cleaning Buffalo NY Technician Explains the Need for Maintaining Indoor Air Quality MASTERCRAFT HCP | SUNDAY, AUGUST 14, 2011
- Is Your Cash Flying Out the Window? MASTERCRAFT HCP | TUESDAY, JULY 5, 2011
- How to Increase Amp Output MASTERCRAFT HCP | THURSDAY, MAY 19, 2011
- An Arrow in the A/C MASTERCRAFT HCP | MONDAY, AUGUST 29, 2011
- Suffering Without Central Air MASTERCRAFT HCP | WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 3, 2011
- Too Small to Keep Up MASTERCRAFT HCP | WEDNESDAY, JULY 13, 2011
- Cause of Burnt Out Light Bulbs and Hot Cooking Oven MASTERCRAFT HCP | MONDAY, AUGUST 22, 2011
- A Guide to HVAC Charging Tools MASTERCRAFT HCP | MONDAY, AUGUST 22, 2011
- Do it yourself? That’s DIY danger MASTERCRAFT HCP | SUNDAY, AUGUST 14, 2011
- How to Install a Garbage Disposal MASTERCRAFT HCP | SUNDAY, MAY 29, 2011
- Higher Temperatures Yield Lower Results MASTERCRAFT HCP | MONDAY, JUNE 6, 2011
- How to Make Your Own Rope Table MASTERCRAFT HCP | TUESDAY, JUNE 14, 2011
- In Summer Heat – Watch What You Eat MASTERCRAFT HCP | TUESDAY, JULY 26, 2011
- HVAC Contractors Explore Building Performance EVERBLUE | THURSDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2012
- An Emphasis on Noise Reduction MASTERCRAFT HCP | MONDAY, AUGUST 8, 2011
- Are Regional Standards a Good Idea? MASTERCRAFT HCP | TUESDAY, MAY 31, 2011
- ASHRAE Awards $210,000 In Grants MASTERCRAFT HCP | WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8, 2011
- Home Inspections and Second Opinions MASTERCRAFT HCP | WEDNESDAY, JUNE 29, 2011
- Is Your Air Conditioner the Right Size? MASTERCRAFT HCP | TUESDAY, JULY 12, 2011
- Virginia HVACR Contractors Partner with Nonprofit to Deter Teen Refrigerant Huffing MASTERCRAFT HCP | WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2011
- 5 Home Projects to Finish Before Labor Day MASTERCRAFT HCP | WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 31, 2011
- Uncovering the True Age of a Historic House MASTERCRAFT HCP | TUESDAY, AUGUST 30, 2011
- Hardwood floor installation a DIY project MASTERCRAFT HCP | SUNDAY, AUGUST 14, 2011
- Easy home fixes that reap rewards MASTERCRAFT HCP | MONDAY, AUGUST 1, 2011
- Heating Oil Consumer Alert MASTERCRAFT HCP | MONDAY, MAY 23, 2011
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