Kerry’s HVAC Blog

House Mold Prevention Basics

April 7, 2011

Is Mold Abatement Your Next Plan of Action? Household mold is a serious problem for homeowners in the Long Island area. Excess mold is a grave health concern and it can also damage your house and furnishings.To keep mold at bay, there are some simple things you can do before hose mold takes over:

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Indoor Air Quality Tips As Spring Allergies Set In

April 5, 2011

Make Your Home an Oasis From Allergens The long winter is finally over, and that can only mean one thing: it’s allergy season! And here on Long Island the suffering can get pretty bad, pretty quickly.

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Why More Homeowners Are Investigating Dual Fuel Systems

April 1, 2011

Harnessing the Best Fuel for the Circumstances A dual fuel system is a combination  gas furnace and electric heat pump. Heat pumps are extremely energy efficient and can produce as much as four times the amount of energy they consume, according to government statistics.

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Boost Your Air Quality With UV Light

March 31, 2011

Kill Mold with Ultra Violet Light Your indoor air quality is one of the most important, and most overlooked, factors in keeping your family safe and comfortable at home.

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Whole-House Energy Savings Tips For Long Island Homeowners

March 24, 2011

With a Few Simple Hacks, You Can Save On Your Energy Bills 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.

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Troubleshooting Tips For Your Heat Pump

March 22, 2011

Learn What to Do If Your Heat Pump is Not Working Correctly Heat pumps are a great way to save energy. They combine heating and cooling systems by using energy taken from the air outside. Instead of heating cold air, heat pumps just move heat around, meaning they can be 30 to 40 percent more… Continue Reading

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High Efficiency Furnaces More Than Just a New Model

March 17, 2011

Save Money and Energy With New HVAC Technology Furnaces have come a long way in the past 15 years. Systems that were once gas guzzlers have become vastly more efficient, saving you money on your heating bills. Every furnace has a rating based on the unit’s annual fuel utilization efficiency, or AFUE. A furnace’s AFUE… Continue Reading

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New Heating Systems Offer The Perfect Opportunity to Add an Air Purifier

March 14, 2011

Improve Your Home’s Comfort and Health With an Air Purifier System Updating or adding a new heating system is a smart move. After the brutal winter we have had in the New York area, installation of a high efficiency heating system can prepare us for next winter and get us ready to reap the rewards… Continue Reading

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Questions to Ask When Choosing a New Water Heater

March 10, 2011

When It Comes to Hot Water, You Have Choices Water heaters are one of the biggest drains on a house’s energy use, especially as they begin to age. There are a few things to consider when picking a new water heater.  First, which system should you get? Here are some of your options:

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New Home Energy Yardstick Can Target Energy Savings

March 8, 2011

Rate Your Home for Energy Use With Free Tool 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… Continue Reading

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