For all the appeal of cooking with gas (a concept bolstered by aggressive lobbying and advertising from the natural gas industry), it is increasingly being shown to be bad or the environment, emitting greenhouse gases like methane into the atmosphere. A recent study demonstrated that 75% of these emissions occur when the stove is off. ...
There’s never been a better time than the new year of 2023 to improve the efficiency and economy of your home energy and climate control. At Derr Heating and Cooling, we like to refer to this as making the “The Great Indoors” more comfortable and livable. Here on the Olympic Peninsula we are surrounded by the beauty...
Welcome to the Won-DERR-ful Derr Hearting & Cooling Blog! This is a place we hope you will return to, again and again, for the latest news, insights, advice and helpful hints. For our first installment, here are five reasons we love what we do — and we think you will too! 1. HVAC is Hot!...
The world of HVAC equipment will take a big step forward in efficiency and eco-friendliness in 2023. What Is Changing in 2023? The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will raise the minimum efficiency standards for air-source heat pumps and central air conditioners starting next year. Systems sold in the U.S. beginning Jan. 1, 2023, must meet those minimum...
The name Derr can be traced back to a very tasty refreshment in the form of a delicious beverage. Tucked away in the small city of Boonville, Indiana sits Derr’s Soda, makers of a sparkling variety of soda pop in amazing flavors like strawberry, pineapple, orange and grape. The Derr’s business is old. It’s so...
