November 24, 2021 10:00 am
Published by Mike Nicolini
As you begin looking at evaporative coolers, it’s important to consider operating costs. These types of coolers are known to be considerably more energy-efficient than traditional HVAC systems. However, you have to ask: how much water does an evaporative cooler use? Why is Water Used? There are two things required to operate an evaporative cooler: A power source and a water source. The power source is obvious. Water is used in order to create the process of evaporation. The water reservoir is used in order to maintain moisture on the cooling medium. This is what helps to cool the air... View Article
November 17, 2021 10:00 am
Published by Mike Nicolini
Evaporative coolers, commonly referred to as swamp coolers, have the ability to produce cooler temperatures and add to the humidity in the air. Knowing how they work is critical so that they run as efficiently as possible. This brings up a very important question: Do you need to open windows for evaporative cooling to work properly? The answer is dependent on how you plan to adjust the airflow and what type of location you are using the cooler in. Adjust Air Flow There are a few ways in which you can adjust the airflow. However, there is a basic concept... View Article
October 20, 2021 5:38 pm
Published by Mike Nicolini
Garages can get hot quickly. Whether you’re using your garage as storage for your cars or for your workspace, you don’t want to deal with three-digit temperatures. There are quite a few things that you can do to cool your garage down so that it’s more comfortable. Especially in the hottest days of summer, your garage needs to be cool enough for you to work. Before you begin looking at ways to cool it down, find out if it’s too hot for a specific reason. Why is the Garage Too Hot? In many instances, garages will cool down on their... View Article
June 17, 2021 5:41 pm
Published by Mike Nicolini
It’s important to learn how to make your home energy efficient. It will allow you to save on your energy bill. Plus, you’ll be able to enjoy your life to the fullest knowing you can adjust thermostats and turn on lights without experiencing shock when your electric bill comes in the mail. Particularly when you live in the southern part of the U.S., you know that it can get hot – and embracing energy-efficient practices are critical. #1: Take a Whole-House Systems Approach Whether you’re building a home, renovating your home, or simply focusing on energy efficiency, you have to... View Article
June 16, 2021 5:40 pm
Published by Mike Nicolini
Evaporative air coolers, commonly referred to as swamp coolers, are affected by humidity. It’s why they’re so popular in dry parts of the country such as Arizona and Texas. When you use evaporative swamp cooling in an area where there is already a lot of moisture (or your system is overproducing humidity), it’s important to understand the overall effects. Will An Evaporative Cooler Work In High Humidity? Swamp coolers are designed to compensate for low humidity levels in the air. As such, when there’s less humidity in the air, they can cool the air by more degrees. As an example,... View Article
