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Is a Heat Pump System a Good Choice for My Home?
More and more people are looking for ways to become more energy-efficient, from the types of vehicles they drive to the lighting fixtures they install in their homes. As you may be aware, your home’s HVAC system is one of the biggest contributors to your annual utility costs. In fact, the U.S. Department of Energy…
Read MoreMy Home is Too Humid. What Can I Do?
The right humidity level in your home is important, not just for your comfort, but for your actual house as well. According to Bob Vila, the ideal humidity level for a home is between 30 and 50 percent. Vila explains that once the humidity goes past that 50-percent mark, home residents will likely start to…
Read MoreShould I Repair or Replace My Air Conditioning System?
Have you noticed that the air conditioning system you have installed in your home has been struggling this summer? Maybe you’re having a hard time keeping your home as cool as you’d like. Or, maybe you’ve noticed that your energy bills are skyrocketing for no apparent reason. If you’re concerned that your AC system isn’t…
Read MoreHeating Systems 101: Learn About the Types of Heating Equipment
Now that the heating season has arrived, you may be thinking about the heating system in your home – especially if it’s not working properly. Unlike in the past when most people used either boilers or furnaces to heat their homes, today there are many types of heating systems available. Across the board, modern heating…
Read More6 Ways to Winterize Your Home
Preparing Your Home for Winter Winter usually comes early in New York – bringing with it chilly temperatures and snow. It’s important that your home is ready for cooler weather. Of course, being comfortable is the primary concern, but a home that isn’t winter-ready can use more energy. That’s because heated air can easily escape…
Read MoreAir Filtration & Your Business – Is It Important?
If you’re a business owner, you probably have been working diligently to ensure you’re following reopening mandates and guidelines. Depending on the type of business or commercial building you own, there have been some mandates put in place regarding HVAC systems. One such mandate has to do with air filtration. Filters with a higher MERV…
Read More5 Tips for Better Air Conditioning Performance
Your air conditioning system was likely a significant investment in your home. As such, you want it to last as long as possible. But, if your AC is overworked, the more likely it is to perform poorly, need repairs before its time, or worse yet, break down completely and need to be replaced. Fortunately, there…
Read MoreGet Smart In 2020: Five Reasons You Need A Smart Thermostat
Over the past couple of decades, technology has taken us to places we could only ever imagine. Who would have guessed most of us would be carrying around a tiny device that would work as a computer, phone and camera, all the time? Or that we’d be talking to our artificial intelligence friends, Siri and…
Read MoreNeed a New Furnace? Consider Bryant® High Efficiency.
With the cold weather returning, many people are turning on their heating systems – and dreading the energy bills that come along with it. Older furnaces, especially those that haven’t been well-maintained over the years, definitely can be a huge energy-sucker in your home. If your furnace is more than 10 years old, it may…
Read MoreThe 5 Essentials You Need to Decorate Your Home This Fall
Autumn is the most colorful time of the year, and most people enjoy getting their homes ready for the fall season by adding a decorative flair to their outdoor areas. We’re outlining the five essential items you need for fall decorating, as well as providing you with a few tips on how you can make…
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