Energy Efficiency

“Going Green” Can Benefit the Environment – and You!

May 4, 2021

More and more, people are becoming concerned about how they impact the planet. From shopping with reusable bags and looking for products with environmentally-friendly packaging, to taking measures in their homes to minimize their carbon footprint, people are looking for ways they can protect the world around them. The HVAC industry is no different –… Continue Reading

Do You Have ESP? If Not, T.F. O’Brien Can Help You Get It!

October 28, 2020

You don’t have to have special intuition to know that the heating system in your home works hard every day during cooler weather – that’s a given. And as such, it’s important for you to maintain your heating system on a regular basis. Your heating system is a complex machine, and making sure that all… Continue Reading

Talking “Turkey” About Winter Energy Efficiency

October 28, 2020

Like most homeowners, when cooler weather starts to roll around and the holiday season settles in, you and your family likely start spending more time indoors. And, with this year being particularly unique, the chances are you’re probably using a lot more energy than usual. Many people are working and going to school from home,… Continue Reading

Resolve to Make Your Home More Energy Efficient in 2020

January 3, 2020

It’s that time of year again – when everyone starts thinking about their New Year’s resolutions. Many times, they revolve around weight loss and fitness, and sometimes achieving personal and professional goals. One resolution that can help both you and the planet in 2020 is to conserve energy. And it’s a resolution you can keep… Continue Reading

Fuel-Free Heating Alternatives for 2020 – What Are My Options?

January 2, 2020

When it comes time to replace your home’s heating system, you should know you have options that are cleaner, more efficient, and don’t use gas or oil. These innovative systems actually extract the heat from the air or the ground, and bring it into your home. That way, you won’t need to worry about gas… Continue Reading

New York State’s 100% renewable energy by 2050 plan: what does it mean for homeowners?

December 16, 2019

Long Island-based HVAC expert talks electric heating efficiency, costs This year, New York state announced an ambitious mandate to reach 100% renewable energy by 2050, and for 70% of the state’s electricity to come from renewable energy by 2030. While not the first state to implement such a plan – Hawaii, New Jersey and California… Continue Reading

Is a Heat Pump System Right for Your Home?

October 3, 2019

Have you been thinking about replacing the old heating system in your home? Maybe your current system hasn’t been keeping your home as warm as you’d like, or maybe you’ve noticed a steady increase in your utility bills over the past few years. Or, perhaps you’ve had to make a lot of expensive repairs to… Continue Reading

Transition Through The Seasons With Ductless

September 3, 2019

Here on Long Island, we’re able to enjoy warm summer weather well into the fall months. Because we have a prolonged cooling season compared to most of New York, that means it’s important to have not only properly maintained cooling equipment, but also equipment that can transition easily from season to season. If you’ve been… Continue Reading

Cooling Your Home’s Special Spaces

July 24, 2019

Nothing makes your home seem more exciting and new than a renovation, especially when that renovation provides you with your own, special space. More than ever, people are enjoying hanging out around the house, and creating perfect areas in their homes for just that purpose. Whether you’ve added a “she-shed” outside your home, converted a… Continue Reading

What Is Ductless Cooling, Anyway?

July 24, 2019

Chances are, you’ve heard of ductless cooling. After all, it’s become a very popular choice for home cooling over the past few years. But you may have a few questions. You might wonder if it would work in your home, if it works with your existing systems, or maybe even how it works in the… Continue Reading