Efficient and economical, geothermal energy heats, cools and cuts fossil fuel use at home. Whether you’re in sunny Florida, or snowy Indiana, a ground-fed climate system can free you from fluctuating energy prices and save money on bills immediately. It sounds a little strange, but here’s how it works.

What many people don’t realize is that the temperature below ground (regardless of the climate or season) stays fairly consistent all year. Crazy, right? The use of a geothermal heat pump taps into the energy in the Earth’s surface and drives a heating and air conditioning system for both residential and commercial properties. How cool is that?! The geothermal heat pump saves energy and benefits the environment. If you’re looking to live a greener lifestyle, geothermal energy is right up your alley.

You see, the Earth absorbs almost 50 percent of all solar energy and remains at a constant temperature of 50°F to 70°F depending on your geographical location. A geothermal unit utilizes this constant temperature for heating and cooling your home. When it comes to geothermal energy you can take in up to 60 percent of energy savings vs. traditional systems. There is no flame, no flue, no odors and no loud outdoor equipment. What’s not to love? Heating, air conditioning and hot water can all be attained from a single compact unit! It’s a simple solution to becoming more environmentally friendly.

All HVAC systems require energy-intensive heat movement which is responsible for over half of the average house’s total energy demand. Geothermal energy makes your home less dependent on fossil fuels. Your heat pump will supply lower-temperature air than a fossil-fueled furnace, so your heat pump will run for longer periods of time.

Utilizing geothermal energy is an excellent way for you to save money no matter what season it is. If you are interested in learning more about the benefits of geothermal energy, contact us today at 317-291-4909 or visit our website.

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Buying a home is a big investment. When you decide to take the next step and purchase a home, you will be offered the opportunity to purchase a home warranty. The purpose of a home warranty is to give you the peace of mind that if any part of the home fails, it can be fixed affordably. But sometimes, that’s not always the case.

Let’s start with the basics. What is a home warranty? A home warranty is not to be confused with homeowners insurance. Homeowners insurance covers dangers like fires, hail, property crimes and certain types of water damage that could affect the overall structure of the home, or personal belongings. A home warranty only covers specific components of the home.

A home warranty is a contract between you and the home warranty company that provides discounted repair and replacement services on your home’s furnace, air conditioner, plumbing and electrical system. Home warranty companies have agreements with service providers, so when something covered by your home warranty breaks down, the home warranty company will send one of its predetermined service providers to examine the problem. You have zero choice in the service provider the home warranty company chooses. See the problem?

Here’s a simple example. Say your furnace breaks down in the middle of the night. You wake up the next morning and immediately call the home warranty company to have them send a service technician to fix your furnace. So what happens if the home warranty company sends an unqualified service technician to repair your furnace? Well, you’re out of luck.

Another drawback to a home warranty is it will not cover items that have not been properly maintained. If you bought an older home, you inherited the 10 year old furnace, whether it has been properly maintained or not. So when the furnace breaks down and the service technician deems it improperly cared for and will not fix it, you take on the costly repair charges your home warranty won’t cover. Also, home warranties have numerous exclusions, as well as dollar limits for each repair and each year. All of these things work against the home owner.

Home warranties limit the amount of freedom a home owner has over which company will repair their major appliances if something goes wrong. Don’t put your trust in the wrong hands. Go with a company you know will get the job done right, no matter what the circumstance might be. We’re focused on one thing, making our customers happy. We aren’t going to charge you hidden fees or tell you we can’t perform maintenance on your machine because it was improperly cared for. Our goal is to make sure your unit is fixed and you are back to living comfortably in your home. To schedule your next maintenance appointment, give us a call at 317-291-4909 or visit our website today!

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If your Geothermal heat pump isn’t working properly there are a few simple things you can check before you call us to make a repair. Here is a simple check list you can use to troubleshoot your geothermal heat pump.

• Check the settings on your thermostat. Make sure the temperature control selector is set above the current room temperature, and the system switch is on the HEAT or AUTO position. The fan switch should be set to ON for continuous airflow or AUTO if you want the blower to operate only while the furnace is operating.
• Try to get the furnace to turn on by raising the thermostat to its highest temperature setting.
• If the air flow out of your registers seems low, check the air filter. An extremely dirty air filter can block air flow.
• Make sure all registers are open and not obstructed.
• Check the power disconnect switch by the furnace.
• Check the fuse/breaker at the electrical panel for the furnace.
• Check to make sure you have fuel oil.
• If the problem persists, please call us.

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Jeff and Chris are attending the 2015 ACCA Conference & IE3 Expo this week! ACCA is the only national, non-profit organization of, by and for the small businesses that design, install and maintain indoor environment and building performance systems. The association is made up of more than 60,000 professionals and 4,000 businesses in the indoor environment and energy services community. This four day conference hosts contractors of all sizes to come together and learn new practices, make connections, share ideas and learn what’s new in product innovation. Energy professionals have the opportunity to learn new ways to grow and run successful operations. Attending this conference allows us to learn new ways to better serve our amazing customers. We can’t wait to show you what we have learned! To learn more about ACCA and the conference, click here.

Hard water can make daily tasks like showering, doing laundry and washing your dishes unbearable. Hard water can also decrease the lifespan of your plumbing. So what’s the solution to your hard water woes? A water softener will help decrease the amount of calcium and magnesium in your water and keep your dishes and plumbing in great shape.

Hard water is caused by particles like calcium, magnesium, iron, lead and other minerals being picked up by water as it travels through the ground and out of your faucet. Dissolved calcium and magnesium precipitate out of hard water as scale, which builds up on the insides of pipes, water heaters, tea kettles and coffee makers. Scale reduces water flow through pipes and is a poor conductor of heat. Eventually, pipes can become completely clogged. If you have scaly, white deposits in basins or on fixtures in your bath or kitchen, you most likely have a hard water problem.

The typical water softener is an appliance that is hooked up to your home’s water supply system. All water softeners use a common operating principle. A water softener will trade the minerals for something else, in most cases sodium. This process is called ion exchange.

Here’s a short science lesson for you. The heart of a water softener is a mineral tank. It’s filled with small polystyrene beads, also known as resin. The beads carry a negative charge. Calcium and magnesium (found in hard water) both carry positive charges. This means the minerals will cling to the polystyrene beads as the hard water passes through the mineral tank, flushing out the hard water before it reaches your faucet. This ensures your plumbing won’t suffer any long term damage.

The white residue known as scale will cause your appliances to work twice as hard, which will result in a hefty energy bill. It will also wreak havoc on your plumbing. A water softener will help improve water quality and will make cleaning and doing laundry much more efficient. You won’t have to run the dishwasher multiple times to get those hard water stains out! Indiana is notorious for hard water. Don’t let it ruin your dishes or your plumbing any longer!

For more information about water softeners call us at 317-291-4909 or visit our website today!

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The wait is over! You can finally leave your house without wearing 10 layers of clothing and still shivering. Spring is here which means it’s time to get organized. Get started on your spring cleaning early this year with our spring cleaning check list.

1. Dust Your Home

Grab your duster and get to work! Dust gathers all over your home. From light fixtures to tabletops and windows, dust is everywhere. Begin your spring cleaning by thoroughly dusting the entire house. Then it will be easy to vacuum up any remaining particles and do light dusting each week to keep the house clean throughout the year.

2. Create a Fire Safety Plan

Fire safety is incredibly important. Create a plan with your family to make sure you know what to do and where to meet in case of emergency. Test each of your smoke detectors to see if they need to be replaced or need new batteries. Also, it’s always a good idea to keep a fire extinguisher in the house. If you have a babysitter who regularly watches your children, make sure you fill them in on your new fire safety plan. That way you will feel comfortable everyone in your house knows what to do in case of an emergency.

3. Clean Your Gutters

Don’t forget about your gutters! April showers are coming and your house needs to be prepared for any heavy rain. During the winter months gutters collect a lot of debris from your roof, surrounding trees and anything that may have been frozen. Making sure your gutters are clean is important because clogged gutters can destroy the structure of your home. Avoid spending hundreds of dollars repairing or replacing your gutters this spring by cleaning them out now!

4. Get Your HVAC Checked

Don’t wait until the hottest day in July to call about your broken air conditioner. Get a head start and prepare yourself for the extreme temperatures of summer by calling in the professionals ahead of time. This leaves time for your HVAC system to be thoroughly checked and create a repair plan if necessary!

Get organized this year and start your spring cleaning now! By completing each of these tasks you will be ahead of the game and ready to relax when the warm weather arrives. Are you ready to schedule your HVAC maintenance appointment? Great! Visit our website or give us a call at 317-291-4909 today!

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