How cold does it have to be to you turn on your heat?

Others take the position where if it dips into the low 40’s or flirts with below freezing outside, then it’s acceptable to finally turn the furnace on. If you’re that cold, you can always put on another layer or two and hide under a blanket. The question inevitably shifts to how warm do we set … Read more

Top Six Hidden Heating Costs

A traditional masonry chimney and wood-burning fireplace loses 80-90% of the heat up the chimney. Plus, additional air inside your New Jersey home is also pulled up and out through the chimney. To add to the problem, the chimney creates an opening that causes heat and A/C loss throughout the year. If you forget to … Read more

Using an oven to heat a house – here’s why it’s a bad idea.

There are ways to heat your home without turning on your conventional gas, oil or electric heater, but the oven appliance you cook with isn’t your best option. When the weather turns cold, a climbing heat bill can keep you from cranking up the thermostat. Keep the cold under control without using kitchen appliances to … Read more

Can your air conditioner spread corona virus?

There are precautions you can take to make sure the circulating air isn’t spreading the virus. One thing you can do is install portable air filters which clean small particles from the air. These units are available in different sizes and are effective in large and smaller homes. It’s estimated nearly 90% of American homes … Read more

Should I Install Carbon Monoxide Detectors in my Home?

Symptoms of exposure to carbon monoxide are often mistaken for flu symptoms. They can include dizzy spells, nausea, fatigue, trouble breathing, or headaches. In more serious exposures, symptoms become much worse. The exposed individual will often be unable to coordinate their muscle activity or maintain consciousness. It has no color, no odor and no taste … Read more

How HVAC Air Scrubbers Clean the Air in Your Home

What is an air scrubber and how does air purification work? Whole-House HVAC Air Scrubbers are installed as a permanent fixture inside of existing ductwork. The Air Scrubber is designed to clean, deodorize, and purify the air and fit into your existing HVAC system. When your air conditioner, fan or furnace turns on, air flows … Read more

DIY Furnace Mistakes to Avoid

2. Neglecting your filters When the air filter in your furnace is not replaced at regular intervals (every 1 to 3 months is recommended during colder seasons), a multitude of problems can creep up on you. A dirty filter will cause dust and debris to accumulate inside the unit, which can result in an overheating … Read more

What to Do When Your Furnace Breaks Down in Winter

Imagine it’s the middle of winter at the Jersey Shore, and it’s cold outside. All of a sudden, the temperature inside your home begins to drop. There’s no heat coming through the vents. You try the thermostat, the breakers, the pilot light—but none of the usual tricks bring your gas furnace back to life. Dealing … Read more

Can a Whole House Humidifier Save on Heating Costs?

What can result in serious savings is a high quality humidifier, expertly installed in tandem with your existing HVAC system. How does it work? A built-in humidifier is stronger, more efficient and better calibrated than a tabletop or floor unit purchased at a home goods store. It’s specifically engineered and installed to work seamlessly alongside … Read more