Buying a New Furnace is an Important Purchase
Looking for a furnace replacement could be one of the more demanding processes you go through as a homeowner, and it’s also an important one. Long Island winters are long and cold, and heating your home takes a substantial piece out of your budget. Continue reading “Need a Furnace Replacement for Your New York Residence? Do Your Homework”
Old 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”
A New Furnace Could Save You Money in the Long RunToday’s premium furnaces offer a wealth of useful innovations. Among models in a similar price bracket and with a similar Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE), it’s the features and extras that create a stand-out product. Knowing which high-performance enhancements to look for can mean the difference between an acceptable purchase and a great one. Continue reading “Shopping For A Furnace? Take A Look At These High-Performance Features”
Weigh the Cost and Savings Benefits of a Geothermal SystemThere are many reasons to install a geothermal heat pump system in your home. Geothermal heating is effective, environmentally friendly, safe and has a low operating cost. Continue reading “Your Geothermal Heat Pump: Factors That Will Affect The Final Cost”
Learn Why Heat Pumps are Versatile and Economical
Ductless heat pumps, or mini splits, solve a range of heating problems homeowners face when they need to add heating to a space, without the extensive costs required to retrofit existing ductwork. If you have a room that requires a little help in the heating department, ductless heat pumps could be the solution to your problem.
Continue reading “Ductless Heat Pumps: A Great Solution For Rooms That Require Additional Heat”
Late Fall is Furnace Maintenance Time, Learn How You Can Help Us
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:
Continue reading “3 Steps That Help You Prepare For An Annual Furnace Service Appointment”
Energy Saving Heating is Coming to the HVAC Industry
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”
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”
A Duct System That is Blocked or Leaks Can Strain Your Home HVAC SystemAlthough it seems as if the price of nearly everything is rising, including heating and cooling costs, you may be paying more than you need to in terms of your monthly energy bills — especially if your duct system is faulty. Continue reading “These Signs Mean Problems Ahead For Your Duct System”
Keep Your Heating Bills to a Minimum With These Fixes
Preparing for an event or occurrence is much easier before it happens rather that waiting until it’s happening. Last winter was rough and this one has the potential to be just as bad — or worse. And, we all know that fuel costs keep rising. While temperatures are still warm, here are a few tips to help you prepare and increase your winter energy savings. Continue reading “Prepare For Winter With These Energy-Saving Steps”
