Whole-House Energy Savings Tips For Long Island Homeowners

March 24, 2011

It’s expensive to own a home on Long Island. But even if you can’t do anything about your property taxes. there are steps you can take to increase your energy savings and reduce your utility bills.

New Home Energy Yardstick Can Target Energy Savings

March 8, 2011

Are you doing all you can to keep your home comfort energy costs low? It seems to be a never-ending quest to keep fuel and electricity costs at a manageable level. Prices go up and winters seem more severe; summer heat seems more oppressive. Have you ever wondered how your efforts to see more energy… Continue Reading

You Protect Your Computer With a Surge Suppressor, Why Not Your HVAC System?

February 28, 2011

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 your heating and cooling system.… Continue Reading

Three HVAC Terms Every Homeowner Should Know

February 21, 2011

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.

Faced with Repair or Replace Decision? Some Tips!

February 9, 2011

Homeowners often face the decision of whether to repair or replace their furnace. Before making this important decision, answer the following questions:

EnergyGuide Labels

January 26, 2011

The U.S. government established a mandatory compliance program in the 1970s requiring that certain types of new appliances bear a label to help consumers compare the energy efficiency among similar products. In 1980, the Federal Trade Commission’s Appliance Labeling Rule became effective, and requires that EnergyGuide labels be placed on all new refrigerators, freezers, water… Continue Reading

Furnace and Boiler Energy Saving Tips to Avoid Late Winter Surprises

January 17, 2011

This has been a brutal winter already on Long Island, but we have some simple tips to maximize your energy savings and skip that nasty surprise when you open your LIPA bill.

Energy Savings Calculator: Making Every Dollar Count

January 13, 2011

Energy savings calculators are questionnaires that gather information on energy usage and process that information to identify changes that will decrease energy usage and provide energy cost savings. Using an energy savings calculator can help you focus on the parts of your home energy system that need attention

A Professional Evaluation Can Be Your First Step to Energy Savings

January 4, 2011

We all want to save money on our utility bills. It can be a shock to see the total on your bill in the sweltering summer season or the freezing winter. For New Yorkers, temperature extremes are a fact of life â€“ but high energy bills do not have to be.

It May Sound Obvious, But Don’t Block Your Air Returns

December 8, 2010

Most residential cooling and heating systems operate as closed-loop systems. In a closed-loop system, air returns play an essential role, and it is important not to block them.

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