Monthly Archives: May 2011

Should I Schedule a Duct Cleaning?

Posted on May 31, 2011 by AWilson

Duct cleaning services can cost as much as or more than replacing your entire duct system.  If your A/C system has a good filter, your air conditioner and ducts will stay clean.  All dust and debris will be trapped at … Continue reading →

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Waste Heat Recovery Units – Don’t Pay Twice

Posted on May 26, 2011 by AWilson

A waste heat recovery unit can keep you from paying the electric company twice.  Right now, you are paying the electric company to run your air conditioner and you are paying your electric company to heat water for your shower, … Continue reading →

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Air Conditioning System & Ductwork: Your Home’s Heart & Lungs

Posted on May 23, 2011 by AWilson

Think of your HVAC system as your home’s heart and the ductwork as your home’s lungs.  Studies show that duct leaks account for 20-60% of all air exchange in homes.  When conditioned air escapes through duct leaks, unconditioned air is … Continue reading →

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Trane Introduces the Hyperion Air Handler

Posted on May 20, 2011 by AWilson

Trane is considered the heating and cooling industry experts when it comes to making homes more comfortable.  Trane’s newest and most innovative product is called the Hyperion Air Handler.  This small air handler (the indoor unit in a split air … Continue reading →

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Window Tint: Not Just for Your Car

Posted on May 17, 2011 by AWilson

The Florida sunshine is perfect for suntanning, golfing and vacationing, but the suns rays can cause damage to the interiors of our homes and heat gain indoors.   For many years, Florida residents have applied window tinting to vehicle windows … Continue reading →

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SWFL Rheem Team Partners with Rotary South to Honor High School Scholar Athletes

Posted on May 13, 2011 by AWilson

As a Rheem Team Top Contractor, the FL Green Team was proud to support the 25th annual Rotary South Scholar Athlete Scholarship held Wednesday night.  The room was full of deserving student athletes from 16 area high schools, one male … Continue reading →

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Will Your Air Conditioner Make it Through the Florida Summer?

Posted on May 12, 2011 by AWilson

With summer just around the corner, here are a few tips to help you determine if you will need to replace your air conditioner or if maintenance and repairs will keep you cool: How old is your HVAC?  If your … Continue reading →

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How Much Can You Save with a New Rheem High Efficiency Air Conditioner?

Posted on May 10, 2011 by AWilson

The Rheem DesignStar Savings Calculator can show you your annual savings when replacing your existing HVAC with a Rheem high efficiency air conditioning system.  Theprogram analyzes your current square footage, heating and cooling costs, orientation and heat gain to provide … Continue reading →

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Rheem 2011 Consumer Cash Back Program

Posted on May 5, 2011 by AWilson

Now is the time to purchase a new Rheem High Efficiency heating & cooling system from the FL Green Team.  By taking advantage of the Rheem Cash Back Rebate, FPL rebates and 2011 Federal Tax Credit, a Rheem High Efficiency … Continue reading →

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SARR Hosts Meeting on Electric Cars: Thursday, May 5th on Sanibel Island

Posted on May 2, 2011 by AWilson

On Thursday, May 5th, the Sanibel Alliance for Renewable Energy (SARR) will host their next meeting on “Electric Cars – See the Future Today”.  The meeting is open to community members and visitors.  The FL Green Team Tesla and other … Continue reading →

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