With A Little Effort, You Can Reduce High Energy Bills

reduce high energy bills, Long Island, New YorkLife on Long Island is expensive enough without having to worry about out-of-control energy costs. But you don’t have to make major home improvements or sacrifice comfort to reduce high energy bills. Just a few small steps can cut your energy costs in a big way. Continue reading “With A Little Effort, You Can Reduce High Energy Bills”

Your Home Zoning System: 6 Key Components Of Excellent Design

your home zoning system, Long Island, New YorkWe have talked before on this blog about zoning systems  and the improved comfort and temperature control they can bring to your Long Island home. If you are considering getting a zoning system installed, there are six important design elements that you need to keep in mind. Continue reading “Your Home Zoning System: 6 Key Components Of Excellent Design”

If You Don’t Know Anything About Your Home Air Conditioner, Remember These 7 Things

programmable thermostat helps your air conditioner, Long Island, New YorkHere  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”

Vacationing? First, Take Care Of These Home Maintenance Musts

home maintenance before vacation, Long Island, New YorkIf 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”

Smart Thermostats Let You Log On For Control

smart thermostat control, Long Island, New YorkSmart thermostats allow you to control the temperature in your home — without touching a single button on the thermostat itself. They are possibly the best thermostats on the market for homeowners who desire the ultimate in home comfort and convenience. Continue reading “Smart Thermostats Let You Log On For Control”

Need A New Thermostat? 3 Key Considerations

need a new thermostat, Long Island, New YorkSo you need a new thermostat and, because this may be the first time you’ve ever had to shop for one, you may not know where to begin. If that’s the case, consider three factors and, by the time you head to the store, you should feel ready and confident to make the right selection. Continue reading “Need A New Thermostat? 3 Key Considerations”

Diminished Home Comfort And High Energy Costs? 3 Possible Problems

home comfort, Long Island, New YorkIf your home comfort is not up to par, it will generally result in an unpleasant living environment that leaves you feeling stressed and uncomfortable. When decreased home comfort combines with high energy bills, look to the following three possible problem areas in your home. Then, take action to remedy the problem. Continue reading “Diminished Home Comfort And High Energy Costs? 3 Possible Problems”

Humidity Control, Not Just Heat and Air, From Your Programmable Thermostat

programmable thermostat, Long Island, New YorkDuring a Long Island winter, probably the only blast of humidity that you may feel is after someone takes a shower and forgets to turn on the bathroom fan to circulate the air. Continue reading “Humidity Control, Not Just Heat and Air, From Your Programmable Thermostat”

Taking A Vacation? Use A Programmable Thermostat To Monitor Your Home’s Temperature

Taking A Vacation? Use A Programmable Thermostat To Monitor Your Home's TemperatureBefore you leave for an extended trip, make sure your Long Island home isn’t using an unnecessary amount of energy by running the air-conditioning  system the whole time you’re away. The best way to do this is to use a programmable thermostat to regulate the temperature when you’re not home. Continue reading “Taking A Vacation? Use A Programmable Thermostat To Monitor Your Home’s Temperature”

Programmable Thermostat Features To Look For

Installing programmable thermostats is an easy way to reduce your energy use — and drive down your utility bills — especially if your Long Island home sits empty during a predictable time each day. These devices let you pre-set the times your A/C or heat goes on and off. As a result, you end up operating your HVAC system less when your family is sleeping or not home. Continue reading “Programmable Thermostat Features To Look For”