Learn What That Blue Tag Means For Your Energy BillEven if you’ve downright scurried through a home-improvement store, the Energy Star label has probably caught your eye. And now that you’re searching for an appliance, you’ll probably slow down long enough to see just how valuable this label really is. Continue reading “Energy Star: The Label Can Help You Select Better Home-Comfort Equipment”
Learn What a Geothermal Unit Does and How it WorksIt seems like everyone is talking about energy efficiency these days, and with good reason. Energy costs are on the rise, and some of the fuels that give us energy are bad for the environment. It just makes sense to use less energy whenever we can, not only to help out our wallets but also our planet. Continue reading “The Geothermal Heat Pump: Weighing Up-Front Cost Against Long-Term Savings”
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”
How Much Hot Water Do You Want From a Tankless Water Heater
Tankless water heaters are a great option for many homes. Instead of heating water around the clock, like a conventional hot water heater, tankless heaters only heat water when there is a demand for it. This can result in significant energy savings, but not without taking two sizing factors into consideration. Continue reading “Tankless Water Heaters — 2 Sizing Terms You Should Know”
The Energy Star program was formed in 1992 out of the combined resources of the Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy. Its mission is to improve the country’s energy efficiency and protect the environment by educating homeowners. Continue reading “Three Reasons Why You Should Choose Energy Star Equipment”
By Paying Attention to Leaks and Ventilation, You Can Save Money
As fuel prices continue to increase, energy efficiency is on the minds of many Long Island residents. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to make your home as energy efficient as possible. Continue reading “Steps That Increase The Efficiency Of Your Home”
If the Long Island summer heat and humidity don’t make you uncomfortable, your cooling bills just might. But increasing your energy savings doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice comfort. Here are a few summer energy savings tips: Continue reading “Summer Energy-Savings Tips For Long Island Residents”
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. Continue reading “Whole-House Energy Savings Tips For Long Island Homeowners”
