Types of Home Heating

Types of Home Heating

New furnace standards are currently under development by the U.S. Department of Energy, and are due to be finalized in the spring of 2016. The current furnace standards have not been updated since 1987.

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Gas vs. Oil: Which Furnace Is Better?

Gas vs. Oil: Which Furnace Is Better?

With temperatures dipping into the single digits here in the Northeast—and below 0° F in many other places—shivering homeowners are discussing the efficiency and cost of heating a home, with the debate inevitably centering around the question of...

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Humidifier Benefits

Humidifier Benefits

Very dry and very humid air can affect your health and the condition of your home. When air is too humid, it can encourage mold and mildew growth and contribute to health issues, as well as cause potential damage to your home. If you have asthma...

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HVAC Maintenance

HVAC Maintenance

Have you scheduled your annual HVAC system maintenance yet? You might shrug off this task, but it’s more important than you think. Once you learn the ins and outs of annual HVAC system maintenance, you’ll never put it off again.

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Buying a Home

Buying a Home

If you’re like millions of Americans, you probably have no idea what heating with propane entails. You might have used it to fire up the grill, but you’ve never incorporated it into your home — until now. That can be a little bit...

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All Home Heating Oil is Not the Same

All Home Heating Oil is Not the Same

Although LPG, electricity, and other renewable sources are familiar, there is one that stands out: home heating oil. The most distinctive characteristic of heating oil is the fact that it is delivered by oil delivery companies and it is stored in...

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