Reduce the Size of Your Energy Bill Using These HacksOur Long Island summers are typically hot and muggy, and heat waves are always possible. With an effective air conditioning system, you can defy the heat and feel comfortable in your home, but it’s going to cost you. That doesn’t mean you can’t take some steps to control high energy bills. Continue reading “Control High Energy Bills With These 5 Tips”
The best way to keep your Long Island home cool this summer is with a new central air conditioner. As you shop for an upgrade, there are several features worth checking into, but perhaps one of the most important things you can do is compare SEER ratings. Continue reading “Your New A/C: Weigh The SEER Ratings, But Check Out These 6 Features, Too”
What Makes My Air Conditioner Produce Cold Air?
Air conditioning basics rely on simple facts usually learned during first-year chemistry. In order to produce cooling, an air conditioner must convert a chemical from its gaseous state into a liquid state, and vice versa. Continue reading “Air Conditioning Basics: A Guide To Your Unit’s Inner Workings”
Trim Your Energy Bill With a Simple DIY Energy Audit
Long Island can be a rewarding but expensive place to live. If you’re looking for ways to save money, consider performing an energy evaluation of your own home. Continue reading “The Home Energy Evaluation You Do Yourself: A Weekend Job With Long-Term Potential”
Here are Some First Steps for Fixing Your Heat Pump
What do you do when you come home from a hard day at work to find that your heat pump isn’t working? Continue reading “Got A Problem With Your Heat Pump? Try These Simple Troubleshooting Tips”
Here on Long Island our summer days are beautiful, yet incredibly hot and equally humid. So it isn’t uncommon for homeowners to run their air conditioners nearly every day. Naturally, you don’t want to spend these glorious summer days worrying about the state of your home air conditioner. And with proper care and maintenance, you don’t have to. Continue reading “If You Don’t Know Anything About Your Home Air Conditioner, Remember These 7 Things”
Your air conditioner’s filter is important for enhancing home comfort and indoor air quality, and for the efficiency of your system. Continue reading “Your Air Conditioner’s Filter: Making Sense Of The MERV Numbers”
Ask the Right Questions and Get the Right HVAC Service
Hiring an HVAC system contractor for your Long Island area home is a big decision. It’s important that you do your homework to ensure you get the right contractor. Continue reading “Hiring Your HVAC System Contractor: 9 Tips That Will Make The Job Easy”
Can a Ductless Mini-Split Be the Home Comfort Solution for You?Extending ductwork isn’t always a pleasant option for add-on spaces like a retrofitted attic or basement or for areas in your home that are difficult to heat and cool. For a practical and aesthetically pleasing solution, explore the versatile design and installation that ductless mini splits offer. Continue reading “The Ductless Mini Split: An Elegant Solution For Your Cooling Challenge”
If a trip away from Long Island is in the cards this summer, make sure to prepare your home before you leave. Taking the time for basic home maintenance will not only save you money, but it can also save you from returning to unwanted surprises or costly repairs. Continue reading “Vacationing? First, Take Care Of These Home Maintenance Musts”
