Knowing What to Look For in a Quality HVAC ContractorWhy do so many people worry when hiring an HVAC contractor? Perhaps it’s because a home’s heating and cooling system is a key element when it comes to keeping your home happy and healthy. Continue reading “8 Tips for Hiring an HVAC Contractor Who’s Right for the Job”
Our Participation in Professional Organizations Helps Us Stay on Top of Trends in HVACWhen your home comfort system isn’t working properly, it can be very stressful. You may be concerned about the cost to repair it, as well as how to find a qualified and trusted company to make the repairs. No matter the issue, from preventive maintenance to a cracked heat exchanger , hire an HVAC company that has an Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) membership. With that, you know your system is in good hands. Continue reading “What ACCA Membership Means When You Call T.F. O’Brien”
How to Plan a Two Story Addition That Will Be ComfortableHeating and cooling is an essential part of planning a second-story addition, since the space has to be conditioned if you’re going to use it as livable space. Incorporating the heating and cooling system early on in the design process makes it easier for the architect to incorporate the mechanical components. Continue reading “Heating And Cooling The 2-Story Addition You’re Planning To Construct”
If You’re Shopping for an HVAC System, Learn Which One is Most EfficientSooner or later, you’re going to need to shop around for new heating and cooling equipment for your Long Island home. There are many choices out there, but luckily, you can count on the Energy Star logo to point you to the models that are most energy efficient. But is this logo enough for all consumers? Energy Star doesn’t seem to think so, which is one reason they’ve created the new “Most Efficient” program. Continue reading “What’s Even More Coveted Than The Energy Star Logo? The Most Efficient Label”
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”
Knowing How Your Home Uses Energy Will Help You Choose Wisely
If you’re starting the process of choosing a new HVAC system, the first and most important step to take is getting a load calculation. Continue reading “Need A New HVAC System? Do A Load Calculation First”
Save Money on Your Energy Bills by Learning About System Ratings
If the air conditioner or heat pump in your Long Island home is ready for a replacement or upgrade, understanding HVAC efficiency ratings terminology will help you get the best return on your investment. Continue reading “Understand HVAC Efficiency Ratings To Get More Bang For Your Buck”
Learn How to Read the Black and Yellow Label on Your Appliance
If you’ve been shopping for new heating or cooling equipment, you have probably run across the EnergyGuide label. This bright yellow tag is full of useful information to help you make a cost-effective purchase. Continue reading “Are You Using The EnergyGuide Label To Maximum Advantage?”
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”
