1. Studies cite poor service practices for excess energy use
- Author
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Bas, Ed
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Pacific Gas and Electric Co. -- Research ,Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning industry -- Practice ,Business ,Construction and materials industries ,Environmental services industry - Abstract
Poor maintenance and repair services by heating, ventilation and air conditioning (hvac) contractors contribute to inefficient hvac systems, according to Pacific Gas and Electric Co research. Problems such as improper air flow, refrigerant leaks and improper settings are sometimes not solved by contractors inspecting hvac systems. Ways to improve such service include making maintenance and repair more economically viable, using a common inspection system and holding contractors accountable for their work., PHILADELPHIA -- Affordable comfort? That's not necessarily an oxymoron. We can heat homes in the winter and cool them in the summer without going broke -- if (and that's a [...]
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- 1993