“Winter is coming” — Eddard Stark. With temperatures outside dropping, many homes will start to see their heating bills increase. Learn what factors can cause your bill to go up and what you can do to lower it while still keeping your home warm. WHAT INCREASES YOUR HEATING BILL? There are a few […]
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8 Myths About Heat Pumps vs. Gas Furnaces
Heat pumps and gas furnaces are both popular options for heating a home. But they work in very different ways, and each have their own pros and cons. C’mon Watson, let’s debunk these eight myths about heat pumps vs. gas furnaces and gather the facts so you can decide which heating system is the best […]
Read MoreHow HVAC Can Boost Your Homes’ Sale Price
Some Surprising Numbers According to Harvard’s Joint Center for Housing Studies, Americans are spending increasingly large amounts of money on residential remodeling projects each year and seeing less and less of a return. From 2017 to 2018, the money spent on home remodels nationwide increased by 7.5%, totaling nearly $340 billion. Yet, the average ROI for […]
Read MoreIs a High-Efficiency Furnace a Good Investment?
You like the idea of reducing your home heating bills, but you’ve probably noticed a significant price difference between the medium- and high-efficiency furnaces. Are you wondering whether a high-efficiency furnace is worth the extra cost? Let’s explore whether or not a high-efficiency gas furnace makes sense for your home. Furnace Efficiency (AFUE) The efficiency […]
Read MoreHow Long Should My Furnace Last?
When the snow starts flying and sub-zero temperatures start to set in, we all look forward to a warm, cozy home where we can put up our feet and relax. But what if your furnace is heading toward the great white light? Like many appliances, how long a furnace will last is dependent on a […]
Read MoreHow to Troubleshoot your Furnace
Your furnace is one of the most complex (and expensive) appliances in your home. So when it stops working there is no time to lose. Oftentimes, the solution is simple. To save you from having to make a service call, we’ve put together a troubleshooting checklist that’ll help you narrow down the problem. 1. Is […]
Read More5 Signs It’s Time For a New Furnace
As we enter September and the blistering heat of the summer slowly begins to dissipate, now is an excellent time to be thinking about your furnace. t’s time to take a look at the condition of your furnace. You’ll need a furnace that is properly maintained to make it through the unpredictable Western Pennsylvania fall […]
Read MoreThe Importance of Late Summer Furnace Inspections
As of now, we’re experiencing some warm weather. Your furnace is probably the furthest thing from your mind right now. As you know, Western Pennsylvania has never been known for it’s wonderfully warm and moderate climate. Before long, the cold weather will be sneaking up on us. Once October rolls around, there will be a […]
Read MoreThe Top 3 Products For Indoor Air Quality
Is Indoor Air Quality Important? The short answer is yes. If it’s not important to you, we highly suggest you continue reading. Fall is creeping up on us quickly. Which means, you and your family will most likely be spending more time indoors (thanks PA weather). Before we dive into the best products for cleaning […]
Read MoreHow to Improve Energy Efficiency
One great preparation you’ll want to make during the summer season is to get your home energy-ready. During a heat wave, you can’t get a dedicated professional over to your home (not that you’ll need one, but in the case that you do, now is the time to figure that out). In the summer months, […]
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