At the annual Consumer Electronics Show, held each year in Las Vegas, CES 2025 unveiled several innovative HVAC upgrades reflecting advancements in energy efficiency, smart home integration, sustainability, and user convenience. CES is the place for the technology industry to dive in on business and technology trends, with thousands of exhibitors across the show floor. Our...
Los Angeles city and county officials have characterized the wildfires that so far have scorched more than 55 square miles, destroyed thousands of structures and left at least 10 people dead as a “perfect storm” event in which hurricane-force gusts of up to 100 miles per hour prevented them from deploying crucial aircraft that could have dropped water and...
As we step into 2025, it’s the perfect time to make resolutions that will improve your home’s comfort, efficiency, and resilience. Here are 12 HVAC New Year’s resolutions to help you optimize your heating, cooling, and ventilation systems while cutting energy costs. 1. Schedule Annual HVAC Maintenance Preventative maintenance is key to ensuring your HVAC system...
As the holiday season arrives and temperatures plummet, it’s the perfect time to focus on creating a warm, energy-efficient, and healthy home environment. Inspired by “The 12 Days of Christmas,” here are 12 actionable tips to optimize your home’s heating, lower energy costs, and improve air quality and ventilation this winter. 1. A Programmable Thermostat in a...
The FEMA Mobile App was developed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). It was created to improve how the agency communicates with the public during disasters and emergencies. The app serves as a tool to help individuals prepare for, respond to, and recover from natural disasters and other emergencies. It provides real-time alerts, disaster preparedness tips, and...
A memorial scholarship fund is being set up for students of any age who are furthering their education in trades including plumbing, electrical, welding, HVAC and more. The scholarship program is In memory of Scott W. Van Antwerp, a journeyman plumber, a proud alum of The University of Washington, and an avid learner who spent...
The 2022 Inflation Reduction Act created $8.8 billion in tax credits and rebates to help lower- and middle-income homeowners contribute to the country’s emission reduction goals. The bulk of these incentives come from federal tax credits which, like the act’s state-based rebates, are available through September 2031, and can be applied retroactively to purchases and...
Meteorologist Cliff Mass Asks the Heated Question: Has Global Warming Changed the Nature of Northwest Heatwaves? On July 9th, the temperature surged to 98F at Seattle-Tacoma Airport. This was a record for the day and 22F above normal. But that is not what surprised me…..SeaTac had gotten that warm before. It is was HOW it...
The Kitsap Building Association (KBA) is thrilled to announce several local winners of the Washington State 2024 Excellence in Remodeling Awards. This prestigious event, held on June 24th, celebrated the best in remodeling craftsmanship, innovation, and design across the state of Washington. The Excellence in Remodeling Awards highlight outstanding achievements by Building Industry Association of...
Ductless heat pumps are powerful and effective systems. Since they can cost a bit more to install when compared to average heat pumps or central air conditioners, the question arises: What makes the added cost worth it? Here are just a few details that showcase the true value of a ductless HVAC system. Hyper efficiency. Ductless...
