What Makes My Air Conditioner Produce Cold Air?
Air conditioning basics rely on simple facts usually learned during first-year chemistry. In order to produce cooling, an air conditioner must convert a chemical from its gaseous state into a liquid state, and vice versa. Continue reading “Air Conditioning Basics: A Guide To Your Unit’s Inner Workings”
Trim Your Energy Bill With a Simple DIY Energy Audit
Long Island can be a rewarding but expensive place to live. If you’re looking for ways to save money, consider performing an energy evaluation of your own home. Continue reading “The Home Energy Evaluation You Do Yourself: A Weekend Job With Long-Term Potential”
Here are Some First Steps for Fixing Your Heat Pump
What do you do when you come home from a hard day at work to find that your heat pump isn’t working? Continue reading “Got A Problem With Your Heat Pump? Try These Simple Troubleshooting Tips”
Here on Long Island our summer days are beautiful, yet incredibly hot and equally humid. So it isn’t uncommon for homeowners to run their air conditioners nearly every day. Naturally, you don’t want to spend these glorious summer days worrying about the state of your home air conditioner. And with proper care and maintenance, you don’t have to. Continue reading “If You Don’t Know Anything About Your Home Air Conditioner, Remember These 7 Things”
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”
Can a Ductless Mini-Split Be the Home Comfort Solution for You?Extending ductwork isn’t always a pleasant option for add-on spaces like a retrofitted attic or basement or for areas in your home that are difficult to heat and cool. For a practical and aesthetically pleasing solution, explore the versatile design and installation that ductless mini splits offer. Continue reading “The Ductless Mini Split: An Elegant Solution For Your Cooling Challenge”
If a trip away from Long Island is in the cards this summer, make sure to prepare your home before you leave. Taking the time for basic home maintenance will not only save you money, but it can also save you from returning to unwanted surprises or costly repairs. Continue reading “Vacationing? First, Take Care Of These Home Maintenance Musts”
Your Duct System is an Important Part of Your AC System
Your home’s duct system is the lifeline of your heating and cooling systems. Without it, even the best furnace or air conditioner won’t keep you warm during the often frigid Long Island winters or cool during the languid summers. Continue reading “It Pays To Have A Well Designed Duct System In Your Home”
What are the Typical Sources of Indoor Pollutants?We’ve all sneezed with gusto from a bad cologne or the whiff of an unexpected odor emanating from the refrigerator. But there are many sources of poor indoor air quality, and some of them may surprise you. Knowing what they are can help you fight them. Continue reading “Possible Sources Of Poor Indoor Air Quality That May Surprise You”
Is a Tankless Water Heater Right for You?
Tankless water heaters are one of the more recent developments in home water heating. Continue reading “How To Size Up A Tankless Water Heater”
