Gas Furnaces And Boilers Can Be Dangerous To Operate — 3 Tips

gas furnaces and boilers, Long Island, New YorkSafety is Important When You Have a Gas Furnace or Boiler

 

Gas furnaces and boilers operate by burning highly flammable, combustible fuel. As a result, ensuring their safe operation is paramount. This is a task that’s best left to a professional service technician, who will ensure that the equipment is safe to operate, and that you and your family are protected.   Continue reading “Gas Furnaces And Boilers Can Be Dangerous To Operate — 3 Tips”

Home Energy Efficiency: Improvements That Get Results

home energy efficiency, Long Island, New YorkPrepare Your Long Island Home for Winter’s Fast Approach

 

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”

3 Steps That Help You Prepare For An Annual Furnace Service Appointment

prepare for annual furnace service appointment, Long Island, New YorkLate 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:

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A Guide To Using Carbon Monoxide Detectors

using carbon monoxide detectors, Long Island, New YorkKeep Your Home Safe by Placing Detectors Strategically in Your Home

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”

Home Insulation Upgrade: 3 Ways You’ll Benefit

home insulation upgrade, Long Island, New YorkKeep Winter Weather Out and Warm Air in With Insulation

As the temperature starts to drop, many Long Island homeowners take steps to make their homes winter-ready. In addition to fall furnace preventive maintenance, evaluating your home’s insulation should be a top priority before winter hits. Continue reading “Home Insulation Upgrade: 3 Ways You’ll Benefit”

Have You Changed Your Furnace Filter Lately? You Should

changing the furnace filter, Long Island, New YorkYour Furnace Needs Fresh Air and Changing Your Filter Does Just That

 

When the colder seasons get into full swing, it’s time to make sure your furnace is in proper working condition. Scheduling preventive maintenance for your furnace is important, but so is changing the furnace filter. Continue reading “Have You Changed Your Furnace Filter Lately? You Should”

Water Heater Maintenance: How Pro Help Will Extend The Life Of Your System

water heater maintenance, Long Island, New YorkA Yearly Appointment Will Keep You in Hot Water All Year

From the moment you wake up, you rely on hot water for cooking, cleaning and bathing. Because of this, you may take the luxury of having a water heater for granted. It is critical, however, for homeowners to understand the importance of routine water heater maintenance. Continue reading “Water Heater Maintenance: How Pro Help Will Extend The Life Of Your System”

Try These Troubleshooting Tips When Your Furnace Is On The Fritz

furnace troubleshooting tips, Long Island, New YorkBefore You Call an HVAC Professional Try These Things First

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”

Ways To Cut Your Energy Consumption This Winter

cut your energy consumption, Long Island, New YorkTime to Seal Things Up for Long, Cold, Long Island Winter Days

The cold grip of winter isn’t far off, which means that energy consumption is going to be high to keep your home comfortably warm. Continue reading “Ways To Cut Your Energy Consumption This Winter”

NATE Certification Means You’re In Great Hands

nate certification, Long Island, New YorkProfessional HVAC Technicians Have to Qualify for a NATE Certificate

If you’ve had an experience with an HVAC contractor that let you down, consider hiring one with NATE certification. You’ll know you are in good hands and can rest assured that the job will be done right the first time. Continue reading “NATE Certification Means You’re In Great Hands”