Kerry’s HVAC Blog
Home zoning systems have gained in popularity as a method of moderating room-to-room temperature fluctuations. It’s not uncommon to see zoning systems incorporated into new residential construction as it is being built. Existing homes can also use zoning to maximize home comfort. The system can be retrofitted.
Read MoreIf your heating and cooling system uses disposable filters, make a point of checking your home’s air filters monthly, and replace them at least every three months, especially during heavy usage periods in the winter and summer.
Read MoreHeat recovery ventilators (HRVs) are among the most energy-efficient ventilation systems available. They pull fresh air inside, filtering it while expelling stale air. They also essentially “recapture†the energy of the outgoing, stale air and “give†it to the incoming air.
Read MoreThe idea that a home heating and cooling system is most efficient as a whole, seamless system is important to consider when contemplating modifications to the way you control your house’s climate. There are alternatives to add-on ductwork that do not necessarily detract from your home’s comfort and efficiency
Read MoreProgrammable thermostats may be the most intelligent household devices you can purchase for your home. They pay dividends the first day you use them and features on newer devices go far beyond just temperature settings. Prices vary, but the choice to switch to programmable is not difficult once you know about the features and energy savings possible with these units.
Read MoreThis 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.
Read MoreEnergy 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
Read MoreWhen we talk about furnaces, which is apt to happen this time of year, you hear the word “efficiency†a lot. The value of having and maintaining high efficiency furnaces is clear; they function longer and cost less.
Read MoreMany 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.
Read MoreWe 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 – but high energy bills do not have to be.
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