Tag: energy savings

WiFi Thermostats Are Cutting Edge, but What Do They Do?

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How Technology Can Make Home Comfort More Comfortable and Economical

We have long praised the benefits of owning a programmable thermostat. Not only do they help reduce energy consumption by working less while your family is away or asleep, but they’re a confident way to see that your family remains comfortable no matter where they are in your home. But, programmable thermostats do have a few disadvantages that WiFi thermostats skirt.  Continue reading “WiFi Thermostats Are Cutting Edge, but What Do They Do?” →

Your Programmable Thermostat Can Help You Save This Winter, if You Use It Right

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Learn How to Use Your New Thermostat to Its Potential

A programmable thermostat is one of the best investments you can make this winter when it comes to saving energy, but it must be programmed correctly in order to work efficiently. A properly installed and operated programmable thermostat will help you spend less on energy bills both now and in the warmer months to come. Learn how to use your programmable thermostat to maximize your energy savings this winter.  Continue reading “Your Programmable Thermostat Can Help You Save This Winter, if You Use It Right” →

With a Programmable Thermostat You Can Schedule Comfort and Savings

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programmable thermostat, Long Island, New YorkCustomize Your Home’s Temperature With Remote Capabilities

After a long day at work, many people return to an empty, chilly home in the summer and an empty, toasty warm home in the winter with no one but the utility company bill collector to appreciate the expense. Meanwhile, other homeowners who try to save energy expend too much of their own repeatedly changing the thermostat setting. A programmable thermostat is the answer to both energy-wasting scenarios. Continue reading “With a Programmable Thermostat You Can Schedule Comfort and Savings” →

Enjoy Insulation Benefits in All Seasons on Long Island

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insulation benefits-all seasons - Long Island, New YorkWhy 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 insulated, check to make sure that it meets the needs of our climate. Continue reading “Enjoy Insulation Benefits in All Seasons on Long Island” →

The Ceiling Fans in Your Long Island Home: Boosting Your Comfort While Keeping Down Your Cooling Costs

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ceiling fan, Long Island, New YorkUsing ceiling fans in your home offers you an aesthetic, practical and economical solution to reducing cooling costs. Continue reading “The Ceiling Fans in Your Long Island Home: Boosting Your Comfort While Keeping Down Your Cooling Costs” →

Keeping Your Home Safe and Sound When You’re Vacation-Bound

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leaving home safe and sound, Long Island, New YorkIf you’re eagerly anticipating a much-needed family vacation, make sure everything’s in order before you head out. By completing the following measures before you pull out of the driveway, you can enjoy peace of mind on your trip, knowing you’re keeping your home safe and sound during your absence. Continue reading “Keeping Your Home Safe and Sound When You’re Vacation-Bound” →

Your Air Conditioner Replacement: Should You Really Put It off Any Longer?

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air conditioner replacement, Long Island, New York

It’s easy to put off an air conditioner replacement because it’s an expensive undertaking and a fairly complicated process. But putting the replacement off too long will raise your electric bills and could leave you uncomfortable when the weather turns warm.  Continue reading “Your Air Conditioner Replacement: Should You Really Put It off Any Longer?” →

Think a Programmable Thermostat Is Too Smart? Read On

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programmable thermostat, Long Island, New YorkSave on Energy Costs by Adjusting AC or Heat Based on Use

When you leave your Long Island home for a day at work, do you need to heat it like you do when you’re home? Absolutely not, yet turning down the thermostat is just one more thing to remember on your way out the door. To make this job simpler, you can install a programmable thermostat to take care of this for you, so you can save money and energy while still coming back to a comfortable home. Continue reading “Think a Programmable Thermostat Is Too Smart? Read On” →

Your Gas-Fired Furnace Might Be Ready for a Retrofit

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gas-fired furnace, Long Island, New YorkOld Gas Furnaces are Inefficient but Can be Modified

 

Your old gas-fired furnace could be costing you a good deal of money because of its relative inefficiency compared to newer models. If you want to increase your energy efficiency and save some money, you have two options for that old furnace: Repair or replace it. Continue reading “Your Gas-Fired Furnace Might Be Ready for a Retrofit” →

Take Advantage of Residential Energy Tax Credits for HVAC Purchases

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residential energy tax credits, Long Island, New YorkFind Out If You Can Get Money for Energy Upgrades

There is good news for consumers who have been hesitant to upgrade their heating and cooling systems. The federal government has reinstated the 25C residential energy tax credits for taxpayers for qualifying equipment. Continue reading “Take Advantage of Residential Energy Tax Credits for HVAC Purchases” →