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”
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3 Steps That Help You Prepare For An Annual Furnace Service Appointment
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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A Guide To Using Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Carbon 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”
As Of May 2013, New Requirements for Furnace Efficiency
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”
In The Market For A New Home Heating System? You Have Lots Of Options
Choosing a new home heating system may seem like a daunting task with all of the options at your disposal. By doing your homework and enlisting the help of an HVAC contractor with a proven track record, you’ll ensure a healthy return on investment. Continue reading “In The Market For A New Home Heating System? You Have Lots Of Options”
Try These Troubleshooting Tips When Your Furnace Is On The Fritz
At T.F. O’Brien Cooling & Heating, we like the idea of empowering our customers. So if your furnace is on the fritz, we’ll probably ask you to follow some furnace troubleshooting tips before making a service call. Continue reading “Try These Troubleshooting Tips When Your Furnace Is On The Fritz”
A Buyer’s Guide To Energy-Efficient Furnaces
As another Long Island winter approaches, considering an upgrade to an energy-efficient furnace makes sense. New high-efficiency furnaces with Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE) ratings of at least 90 percent really shine in these cold winters. Continue reading “A Buyer’s Guide To Energy-Efficient Furnaces”
A Ceiling Fan Can Be Your Furnace’s Best Friend
When cooler weather arrives, homeowners need to be ready for it. Though many homeowners know the basic tips of sealing their windows and checking their home’s insulation to improve furnace and whole-house efficiency, there are other tricks to keeping your home comfortable and lowering energy costs. Did you know that by utilizing your ceiling fans in conjunction with your furnace, you can enjoy a cozier winter at a lower cost? Continue reading “A Ceiling Fan Can Be Your Furnace’s Best Friend”
Bump In The Night: Furnace Sounds That Mean It’s Time To Call A Pro
Snap, crackle, pop is fine in your cereal bowl, but not so fine when it’s coming from your furnace. How can you tell when those creaks and bumps in the night warrant a repair call? Here’s how to diagnose some furnace noises: Continue reading “Bump In The Night: Furnace Sounds That Mean It’s Time To Call A Pro”
How Whole House Humidifiers Differ From Portable Models
Excessively dry indoor air is uncomfortable and even unhealthy. It can also cause damage to wood furniture and musical instruments. The solution is a whole house humidifier that can keep the air at an ideal relative humidity. Continue reading “How Whole House Humidifiers Differ From Portable Models”