The Humidifier Solenoid Valve
Solutions to common frustrations A common frustration among homeowners who have installed and used a whole-house humidifier in their HVAC system is a malfunctioning solenoid valve. A solenoid valve is a control unit that uses electricity …
Thermostats, Fan Board Efficiency & Technology….
We sure have come a long way from the old Honeywell T87 Thermostat and the combination Fan & Limit control. I’d like to share some of the things I’ve learned and perhaps some you may …
Can High Temperature Radiation Work with Condensing Boilers?
There have been many condensing boilers installed during the past few years that operate with natural or propane gas as their fuel source. They are called “high-efficiency” boilers because they have efficiency ratings in the …
U.S. gasoline and diesel prices declined slightly the week after their March 14 peak
According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration's (EIA) Gasoline and Diesel Fuel Update, on March 21, the U.S. regular retail gasoline price across all formulations (conventional and reformulated) averaged $4.24 per gallon (gal), and the …
L Catterton buys LTP Home Services Group
Private equity firm L Catterton is acquiring LTP Home Services Group, a leading residential plumbing and HVAC services platform operating in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions, from Thompson Street Capital Partners. TSCP will retain a …
Caleffi North America taps Joe Robbins for Southeast role
Caleffi North America has appointed a new regional sales manager, Joe Robbins. Robbins will focus on the Southeast U.S. sales region and is based in Estero, FL. He has worked in the construction, distribution and …
NearU Services acquires Ideal Services Heating & Cooling
NearU Services has acquired Ideal Services Heating & Cooling, a home services provider of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services based in Holly Springs, NC. The acquisition of Ideal Services fortifies NearU’s existing presence in the …
US EPA launches “Clean Air Buildings Challenge” to improve IAQ
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently launched the "Clean Air Buildings Challenge," a call to action and a set of guiding principles and best practices to assist building owners and operators with reducing risks …
Carrier joins and sponsors the “Living By Design” virtual showhouse
Carrier is the official Healthy Home sponsor of the new “Living by Design” Virtual Showhouse." The showhouse, produced by Embello and national media partner Martha Stewart Living, demonstrates what’s new and next in home design, …
Clean Fuels ushers in new era of sustainable energy with home heating oil community
The National Biodiesel Board recently unveiled its new name and new brand, Clean Fuels Alliance America, during the opening session of the 2022 National Biodiesel Conference & Expo. The transformation to Clean Fuels helps further …