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 furnace back to life. Dealing with … 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

Beat the Winter Chill with These Heating Secrets

The average family in New Jersey spends between $200-$400 every month to keep the house warm and toasty during winter months. This average applies to many other states where the temperature drops and the snow flies. Heating is a necessity of life in these areas—which is ironic, because just a few months earlier, it’s virtually … Read more

Why Is My Heating Bill So Expensive?

1. You’re Heating When No One is Home If you have a central heating system, your heating output is controlled by a thermostat. This is convenient because it allows you to set a temperature and forget about it—the system will work independently to keep the temperature constant. The downside is, the system doesn’t know whether … Read more

Furnace Upgrade or Replacement: Which is Better?

What’s the expected lifecycle of a furnace? When properly serviced and maintained, many modern furnaces have lifespans of 15-20 years. If your furnace is more than 10 years old and has been performing poorly, a replacement furnace may be a better options in the long run. Upgrades may allow the furnace to continue functioning in … Read more

Consider This When Buying a New Furnace

What’s the AFUE rating? AFUE stands for Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency. This is the gold standard for rating the energy and heating efficiency of any furnace. Older furnaces typically clock in at a rating of 75% or lower. With numbers like these, it may be time to consider a replacement. In terms of new furnaces, … Read more

My central air conditioning isn’t cooling my house enough! What can I do?

We’ve encountered numerous inquiries from homeowners expressing concern that their central air conditioning system isn’t keeping the house cool enough. This issue is not only common but also a significant discomfort during the hotter months. It raises a crucial question for many of us: why is the air conditioner not cooling enough, and what actions … Read more

Home Cooling Secrets to Help Get Through a Heat Wave

2. Insulate your home Ensuring that your home is well-insulated will not only keep it cool in the warmer months but also warm in the winter. Insufficient insulation results in air leaks and higher energy bills. Fortunately, sealing leaks is fairly inexpensive. An easy DIY way to check for air leaks around your windows is … Read more

7 Air Conditioning Mistakes to Avoid

2. Not changing the air filter Changing the air filter on your air conditioner is easy and inexpensive, yet many neglect to do this. The air filter prevents dust and debris from the air outside from entering your home; as a result, it can become clogged. Most air filters need to be changed monthly, but … Read more