Summer is just around the corner, and Long Island homeowners will be depending on their air conditioning systems to keep their homes cool and comfortable.   Preventive maintenance is a good idea; you can have a professional make sure that everything is in working order before it’s time to use…

Summer will be here before you know it, and you may be wondering if your air conditioning will last through one more season, especially if it is getting up in age.

HYDE PARK, N.Y., June 1, 2010 – When Thomas Francis O’Brien entered into the commercial refrigeration repair business in 1934, the world was a much different place. The United States was in the throes of the Great Depression, and World War II was a distant rumbling on the horizon. So…

All electronics need protection from power surges. Your heating and cooling system is no different. When lightning strikes nearby or a storm knocks down a power line, it’s possible to send a surge of energy through the power grid, damaging sensitive electronics. Anything with a microprocessor is at risk, including…

The HVAC industry has become more complex in recent years. The pricing of electricity and other fuels, along with government standards has motivated manufacturers to produce better and more efficient equipment. Along with the manufacturing side, contractors have had to become better trained to keep up with industry changes.

Many homeowners fail to purchase a preventive maintenance agreement on their heating and cooling system because of cost issues. The truth is, not purchasing an annual maintenance agreement can end up costing you even more in the long run.

Your clothes dryer is an appliance that makes life easier, but it can also be a hazard in your home if not maintained properly. When dryer vents become clogged or blocked, it presents a potential fire hazard. You may also notice that it takes your clothes dryer longer to dry your clothes; this is due to inefficient air flow.

Your household heating system contains many complex components, all of which can be damaged by neglect, the build-up of dirt and general use during the cold winter months. Letting your system fall into neglect can cause energy inefficiency and even premature system failure.

If you’re like most homeowners, you’re looking for ways to cut costs and eliminate expenses. Keeping a home running smoothly is not cheap, and especially in this economy you don’t want to throw money away. Some expenses, however, are worth the monetary investment. Here at T F O’Brien, we strongly believe that an HVAC service agreement is one of those expenses.

Repair or replace?—it’s a question that all homeowners will most likely have to ask at some point. The fact is, sometimes the answer is obvious, and sometimes it’s less so. While there are many variables in any particular home or building, though, the main decision points regarding repair or replacement of your air conditioning and heating system are not difficult concepts.