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Tips & TricksHVAC Rebates and Tax Credits in Central Texas (2026 Guide)The federal 25C tax credit ended for equipment placed in service after December 31, 2025. Utility rebates, manufacturer promotions and financing are what's left,…
Case StudyZilkr on the Park Condo Case Study: Fixing High HumidityA 12-year-old 1.5-ton single-stage system in a 1,039 sq ft Zilkr on the Park condo let humidity reach 65-72% even at 68°F. After an…
Insulation & EnvelopeWhere Your Home Leaks Air: Central Texas Air Sealing PrioritiesIn most Central Texas homes, the biggest air leaks aren't the windows and doors. They're hidden in the attic and the ductwork. Sealing the…
Humidity & Moisture ControlWhat Relative Humidity Really Means: The Bucket AnalogyRelative humidity is a ratio, not an amount: it compares the moisture in the air to the most that air could hold at its…
VentilationIndoor Air Quality Buyer’s Guide for Austin HomesThe most common indoor air quality problems in Austin homes are pollen, dust, pet dander, VOCs, high humidity and mold. Fixing them usually means…
VentilationCedar Fever: What Austin Residents Need to KnowCedar fever is the Austin name for the reaction many people have to mountain cedar (Ashe juniper) pollen, which usually peaks from December through…
VentilationWhy Are Allergies So Bad in Austin Right Now?Allergy season in Austin rarely takes a break: cedar peaks in winter, oak and grass in spring, ragweed in fall, and mold spores whenever…
HeatingWhy Does Winter Air Feel So Dry Indoors? Causes and FixesWinter air feels dry because cold air holds very little moisture, and when it leaks in and gets heated its relative humidity drops further.…
Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)Decon7 (D7) for HVAC Systems: What It Does and Doesn’t DoDecon7 (D7) is an EPA-registered disinfectant used on the surfaces inside an HVAC system, such as coils, drain pans and internal components, where bacteria…
Air ConditioningAC Refrigerants Explained: R-22, R-410A and R-454BRefrigerant carries heat out of your home in an AC or heat pump. R-22 production ended in 2020, R-410A is being phased down under…
Air ConditioningGE HVAC Systems: AC, Heat Pump and Ductless OptionsGE is one of the most recognized names in American homes, and its HVAC lineup includes central air conditioners, heat pumps and ductless systems.…
VentilationHome Exhaust Fans and Vents: Their Role in Indoor Air QualityExhaust fans and vents remove moisture, odors and pollutants at the source, like shower steam and cooking smoke, and send them outdoors. Properly vented…
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