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Find An HVAC Dealer Launches
If you're looking for an HVAC contractor, the new US HVAC Dealers site is an unbiased way to find quality contractors in your area - for free!
Air conditioning contractors
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Chicago HVAC Contractor
Check out this Chicago and Naperville based heating and air conditioning contractor - Chapman's HVAC.
Chicago heating service
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2011 Tax Credits
If the Federal Government, who we all know is behind in the finances, will let money go to help homeowners purhase and install energy efficient air conditioning and heating systems....well, we all know it is important. It's time to do your part for a better tomorrow!
2011 Federal Tax Credits
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US Air Conditioning | One of the greenest companies in the US
US Air Conditioning produces nearly 100% of their required electricity in the City of Industry, CA with one of the largest solar cell arrays in the United States. At 850 KW it produces enough electricity to power over 400 homes.
Read the case study.
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Efficient Heating and Cooling
The Energy Star™ Guide To Efficient Heating and Cooling provides valuable tips to save on energy use.
Efficient Heating and Cooling
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Tankless water heaters provide the luxury of an unending supply of hot water for your home or office without requiring contstant energy like a traditional water heater - thus lowering your utility bills. Tankless systems can be installed to support different zones of a house (such as a kitchen and bathroom), or you can purchase one that will support your entire home. They typically can deliver 300-500 gallons of on demand hot water per hour (this can increase or decrease based on model, manufacturer, etc.).
Point 1: Make Sure Tankless Is Right For You
Like any good thing, it is not always the perfect solution for everyone. Some households use very small amounts of energy heating water with a traditional hot water heater. The expense of a tankless water heater just doesn't make sense unless they really want to never run out of hot water when company is over, the kids are home from school, etc.
However these efficient units can be ideal for those with higher demands for hot water, homeowners moving to solar energy (supplement low sunlight days), people who travel a lot or even warmer climates where a hot water heater produces heat that the air conditioning system has to counteract.
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Point 2: Secure A Contractor Who Knows
This type of water heater is unique in requirements and installation. There are a few things like your gas/water supply, venting requirements, coldest water temperature and code regulations that need to be taken into account - many of these have no implication to a traditional water heater installation.
Not to scare you away from this solution or make it sound too complicated. A washing machine and dryer require more planning and installation expertise than a clothes line, and a bicycle doesn't require a driver's license. However the end result is typically worth the extra time and expense!
Point 3: Research Your Manufacturer
As long as you follow our advice in point one, you should be able to get good feedback from your plumbing contractor. However, do your own research. There are a multitude of forums where homeowners will give their success and/or horror stories about any type of HVAC equipment. Don't skimp on quality to save a few bucks - that will negate the whole purpose of procuring a tankless system to begin with.
Point 4: Take Advantage of Federal Tax Credit Up To $1500
As with other HVAC equipment, the current HVAC tax incentives apply to a tankless water heater as well. On February 17, 2009, President Obama made important changes to the homeowner tax credits for specified energy-efficient home improvements. These include qualified tankless water heaters (with an EF rating of 0.82 or better). Two of the more significant revisions to this include the extension of the tax credit through 2010 and the increase of the total available tax credit from 10% to 30%. Homeowners that purchase a qualified unit between January 1, 2009 and December 31, 2010 are now eligible for a tax credit equal to 30% of the full purchase and installation price with a cap of $1,500.00.
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| Manufacturers That Qualify For Tax Credits
This is not an all inclusive list, but below are three main manufacturers who have many models that with super high efficiency ratings that qualify for the Federal tax incentive.
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Noritz
Declared the best by some homeowners, Noritz America's vision is to fundamentally alter the way hot water is viewed in America in a way that will reduce the detrimental effects to the environment caused by manufacturing and using water heating appliances while increasing the comfort that these products deliver to the user. Noritz has become a premier supplier to the water heater industry. Visit their site at: http://www.noritz.com |
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RUUD
Since 1889, quality and reliability have been a tradition at Ruud. The tradition continues today as they continue to introduce innovative products to meet the needs of homeowners across the United States. RUUD offers some of the highest efficiency ratings in the industry. Visit their site at: http://www.ruudtankless.com/ |
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Takagi
Takagi was the first tankless water heater company to enter the North American market 15 years ago (and over half a century in Japan). Visit their site at: http://takagi.com |
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