Though the term “heat pump” would seem to imply that they are used only to heat your home, using heat pumps for cooling is actually a great, energy-efficient option. Ground-source heat pumps use the earth’s natural heating and cooling to keep you warm in the winter and cool in the summer. So if you’re thinking […]
We are currently running a special promotion here at Sensible. If you schedule a service call for your air conditioner or furnace, we will throw in a free water heater tuneup! As we mentioned last week, yearly maintenance of your air conditioner (and the same applies to your furnace) will ensure that it runs smoothly
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Like any appliance, an air conditioner does have a certain life expectancy. And this is a good thing to know since you want to avoid your A/C totally petering out on one of those 90 degree summer days–better to be prepared! Of course, it is impossible to give a precise number of years that any
We are proud to say that Sensible has an Xcel Certification. What this really means for our customers is that we are experts in Xcel Energy rebates. These rebates changes from year to year and can be quite complicated (as you may know from painful experience!). An Xcel Certification means that the certified company understands
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Last week, we talked about why it might not be a good idea to put your chicken coop near your air conditioner. But not all of us have jumped on the urban farming bandwagon, so chicken questions might not be at the forefront of your mind. This week, we’ll talk about a more frequently asked
Urban farming is a trend that has taken off around the country, and Colorado definitely has its fair share of chicken coops and serious gardens cropping up in urban areas. This is great news for people who want fresh food right out of their backyard, but some issues can arise when you are raising animals
Just another typical Denver “spring”–meaning, you had your heat on one day, and your air conditioning on the next. Now that we’ve jumped right into summer, with 80 degree days stretching out in front of us, it’s a good time to think about getting an air conditioner tuneup, if you haven’t already. One question we
It’s finally getting warm in Colorado, which means it’s time to think about the best cooling systems for your house. If you already have an A/C, an attic fan can be a great supplement to your existing cooling system. In the summer, attic temperatures can reach 150 degrees. This heat can then radiate downwards, making
Ceiling fans are a great way to increase your home’s energy efficiency. But there might be a few things you don’t realize about how to maximize ceiling fan energy efficiency. Here are some tips for how to best use a ceiling fan to keep your home cool and your energy bills low: Rotation Direction Matters:
Have you scheduled your air conditioner tuneup yet? Summer is going to be here before you know it, and it can be hard to get on our books once it’s in full swing. So plan ahead for your air conditioner tuneup, and you will be able to enjoy cool days and low energy bills for
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