Kerry’s HVAC Blog
Navigate the Value of the Energy Star Sticker It’s been more than 20 years, but one star on the horizon still provides as much illumination as it did in 1992. It’s the Energy Star, and it should serve as your guiding force if you’re about to replace your air conditioner or furnace.
Read MoreGetting the Most From Your AC System If you have purchased a high efficiency air conditioner for your home, you need to know about the FACTS. What we are talking about are the SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) FACTS.
Read MoreHow Drier Air Can Increase Comfort Generations of Long Islanders have wondered whether it’s really possible to take the sweat out of summer — that unique sweat that’s spawned by humidity. While you can’t control humidity levels outdoors, you can certainly take the upper hand with indoor humidity if you install a dehumidifier.
Read MoreSee How Your New Energy Saving System Could Qualify for Credits The cost of replacing an air conditioning unit can be quite a shocker for the average homeowner. But a homeowner who’s ready to purchase a new A/C this summer can get some financial relief by choosing a system that qualifies for federal energy tax… Continue Reading
Read MoreWhy You Should Treat Insulation as a Vital Part of Your Home Comfort Most people know that insulation benefits homeowners in the winter by keeping out the cold, but it also benefits your home during warmer months by sealing in cool air and keeping the heat out. If you’re unsure if your home is adequately… Continue Reading
Read MoreUse the End of Summer to Work On Maximizing Energy Use Every small step you take to reduce your home energy consumption adds up. But to achieve significant savings over a long period of time, you should devise a long-term energy savings strategy.
Read MoreYour heat pump air conditioner requires regular maintenance to keep it running efficiently and to help you save money on your energy costs.
Read MoreWhen it’s hot and humid outdoors, who can blame you for pining for the creature comforts of home? But if you walk through the door and register the “eww” factor, don’t despair. Your Long Island home can be a haven if you take steps to improve indoor air quality.
Read MoreThere’s no way to predict exactly what area will be hit by a storm, so it’s a good idea to prepare your home and family in advance. Then you’ll be ready long before a named hurricane takes aim at your town.
Read MoreIf you haven’t undertaken an A/C installation before (or at least a proper A/C upgrade or installation), you may be surprised by the volume of information acquired.
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