Select the Best Heat Pump for Your Home Comfort Needs
Numerous advances have been made in heat pump technology over the years, making these systems more popular in the Northeast. If you’re thinking about upgrading to a heat pump, there are three heat-pump features you’ll want to take into consideration before you make your next purchase. Continue reading “Upgrading? 3 Heat Pump Features You Shouldn’t Ignore”
Any Natural Gas Leak is Potentially Dangerous, Look for Signs!
There are certain steps that you should take to avoid a hazardous gas leak and remain safe in your house. Natural gas is extremely combustible. If a gas line, connection or household appliance begins to leak, you could find yourself in serious danger. Continue reading “When You Detect A Hazardous Gas Leak”
Safety is Important When You Have a Gas Furnace or Boiler
Gas furnaces and boilers operate by burning highly flammable, combustible fuel. As a result, ensuring their safe operation is paramount. This is a task that’s best left to a professional service technician, who will ensure that the equipment is safe to operate, and that you and your family are protected. Continue reading “Gas Furnaces And Boilers Can Be Dangerous To Operate — 3 Tips”
Learn Why Heat Pumps are Versatile and Economical
Ductless heat pumps, or mini splits, solve a range of heating problems homeowners face when they need to add heating to a space, without the extensive costs required to retrofit existing ductwork. If you have a room that requires a little help in the heating department, ductless heat pumps could be the solution to your problem.
Continue reading “Ductless Heat Pumps: A Great Solution For Rooms That Require Additional Heat”
How You Can Deal With Dry Air in Your Home This Winter
With winter arriving, now’s the time to consider installing a whole-house humidifier to protect both your family and your home from the damaging effects of dry winter air. Consider what you risk from high humidity levels in your home. Continue reading “Take Care Of Dry Winter Air With A Whole-House Humidifier”
Prepare Your Long Island Home for Winter’s Fast Approach
As the weather turns colder, people living on Long Island start thinking about simple maintenance tasks they can perform that will benefit them once winter weather really sets in. Making improvements in and around your home can save you money by boosting your home energy efficiency and can help protect your investment in your home. Continue reading “Home Energy Efficiency: Improvements That Get Results”
Late Fall is Furnace Maintenance Time, Learn How You Can Help Us
Before the winter hits the Long Island area, it’s a good idea to schedule an annual service appointment for your furnace. Here are three simple steps you can follow to help the service call go smoothly, which will save you time and maybe even a bit of money:
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Keep Your Home Safe by Placing Detectors Strategically in Your HomeCarbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, invisible gas that can be emitted from any number of systems that are powered by a combustible fuel, such as ovens, fireplaces, water heaters and furnaces. Using carbon monoxide detectors in the home is vital for ensuring protection against this deadly gas. Continue reading “A Guide To Using Carbon Monoxide Detectors”
Energy Saving Heating is Coming to the HVAC Industry
New AFUE requirements soon will be in place that dictate new minimum requirements for furnace efficiency. Continue reading “As Of May 2013, New Requirements for Furnace Efficiency”
Have a Generator Ready to Go to Work When Power Outages Happen
Your family and your home are your two single most important assets, and being prepared for emergencies means more than just having a plan and an emergency kit. Continue reading “How To Choose A Standby Generator”
