Winter is upon us and heating costs are on the rise. Be smart about energy consumption this winter and save yourself some money. Follow these six simple home energy saving tips. Lower the temperature, just a little Lower your temperature to 68 degrees. For every degree you lower your heat in the 60-degree to 70-degree … Read more
Fan direction matters. The proper fan direction can make an especially noticeable difference on days with extreme temperatures. This can allow you to raise your thermostat setting, while still remaining comfortable and saving money on utility bills. Many homeowners think they have their fan set the right direction when they in fact do not. This … Read more
Thermostat settings are all about staying comfortable while maximizing energy efficiency. The first step is to properly set a programmable thermostat for your general lifestyle. Next, make a habit out of observing local weather forecasts and shutting off your AC whenever possible. Lastly, take advantage of small ways to stay comfortable while allowing the thermostat … Read more
April and May are two of the easiest months to stay comfortable without turning on the air conditioning. Options to keep cool abound, even on warmer days. Lower energy bills and environmental friendliness will be among the rewards for your efforts. Implement these easy tips so you can live comfortably and cost-effectively this spring without … Read more
“Staying cool” is the name of the game in the summer. It also costs money. We’ve centralized the most simple and effective ways to cut down on your energy budget here with some energy saving tips for the summer. Reduce Air Conditioner Usage – It’s simple. AC units drain energy, and the less they are … Read more
There are two certainties in the thick of summer — high heat and the high energy bills that follow! This time of year homeowners are itching for ways to reduce costs while staying cool. Well placed fans, and especially ceiling fans, are a good way to do just that. To be clear, fans won’t actually … Read more
An air conditioner may be your best friend on a hot summer day, but it always seems to break down at the worst possible time, leaving you frustrated and uncomfortable. As we head into the hot summer months, we’ve armed you with this guide to the most common AC problems. Not all problems can be … Read more
Efficiency with your AC unit means you’re saving money and doing your part for the environment. The better air flows through your system, the more efficient it will be. These tips will help you maximize the efficiency of your current HVAC system during the warm summer months ahead. 1. Start Outside with your AC condensing … Read more
In the past, whenever I needed work done on our home, I asked friends who they had used. Sometimes this served me well, other times it ended up, well, not so good! I just had Ice Dams removed….but at a completely higher price than my neighbor. Same Company, I guess I just looked more desperate, … Read more
Schedule a maintenance call before the snow falls! As soon as the air conditioning season ends, contact a service technician to give your furnace or boiler a check up. Maintenance service can clean dirty components, tighten loose fittings and replace any worn out parts with new ones. If there is anything more serious that needs … Read more