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Oct 26, 2022 1:38:42 PM by Lauren Mangano - 0 comments

Energy Kinetics Ascent Combi Boiler

The Energy Kinetics Ascent Combi Boiler combines heat and hot water into one to deliver quiet comfort and energy efficiency. Not only does the Ascent Combi boiler cut fuel bills up to 20 percent, but its competitive price makes the decision to upgrade an easy one. Continue reading to learn some of the many features and benefits of this system.

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Oct 20, 2022 3:03:57 PM by Lauren Mangano - 0 comments

How Much Will My Heating Bills Increase this Year?

On October 12, 2022, the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) released its Winter Fuels Outlook forecasting increased heating costs for homes that heat with natural gas, heating oil, electricity, and propane.

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Oct 14, 2022 4:03:49 PM by Lauren Mangano - 0 comments

Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) from RenewAire

Did you know that people spend about 90 percent of their time indoors? While you may be worried about catching a cold when you leave the house, it’s the quality of the indoor air that you should focus on!

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Oct 12, 2022 3:31:53 PM by Lauren Mangano - 0 comments

Trane HVAC Increases Efficiency Standards Following Change from DOE

Every six to seven years, the Department of Energy (DOE) reevaluates the basis for standard efficiencies for heating and air conditioning products in an effort to reduce energy consumption across the U.S. To meet these new standards, Trane has introduced a line of DOE-compliant products, making it the most efficient lineup of products they have ever offered.

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Oct 10, 2022 1:48:06 PM by Lauren Mangano - 0 comments

Are Home Heating Oil Prices Comparable to Gasoline?

High gas prices and overall inflation have greatly affected U.S. homeowners as of late. Those who heat their home with oil have felt the pain even more so, as oil prices remain volatile and continue to rise. One question we often get is "Gas prices have been going down; why aren't oil prices decreasing too?" Although both home heating oil and gasoline are derived from crude oil, they are two different products. Unfortunately, that means that you can't always compare the prices at the pump to the costs to heat your home.

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Sep 30, 2022 3:08:52 PM by Lauren Mangano - 0 comments

How Dry Air Affects You & Tips to Maintain Ideal Humidity

Ahh...Fall has arrived and we finally get a break from the humid Summer heat. Sounds nice, right? Unfortunately, cooler weather comes with its own drawbacks, including lower humidity/dry air.

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Sep 27, 2022 1:45:30 PM by Lauren Mangano - 0 comments

Power Through Hurricane Season With a Backup Generator

The 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30. This year, forecasters called for an above-average hurricane season, making 2022 the seventh above-average season in a row. Hurricane Ian is currently hitting Florida, reminding all of us that it's always important to be prepared. While we can't control the weather, we can control how we get ready for it, and one of the best ways to stay safe in your home during a storm is by using a backup generator.

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Sep 23, 2022 12:53:05 PM by Lauren Mangano - 0 comments

6 Reasons Why Indoor Air Quality Decreases in the Fall

It's the first day of Fall, which means you can fully embrace cooler weather, football season, and pumpkin everything. However, a new season also means a change in indoor air quality (IAQ). As the leaves start to change, you should evaluate your indoor air quality to ensure that you'll breathe fresh, healthy air all Autumn.

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Sep 16, 2022 3:11:42 PM by Lauren Mangano - 0 comments

What to Know for the LIHEAP 2022-23 Season

LIHEAP, which stands for Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, helps families living on low incomes pay their heating bills in the form of grants. With the heating season approaching and oil prices remaining high, we wanted to share this information from LIHEAP so that customers to know how to get assistance.

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Sep 15, 2022 3:44:29 PM by Lauren Mangano - 0 comments

How to Choose the Right HVAC Contractor

Investing in a new HVAC system for your home can be a big decision, but it's one that should not rely solely on price and equipment brand. While your contractor should offer you fair pricing, you should also base your decision on the company as a whole. We'll go through a checklist on how to choose the right contractor for your HVAC system.

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Sep 14, 2022 3:43:04 PM by Lauren Mangano - 0 comments

Boiler Basics: Types of Boilers & How They Work

Boilers come in many forms and have several moving parts. From steam and hot water, to fire-tube and water-tube, to the different fuel sources, we'll go over some boiler basics so that you can better understand your home heating system.

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Sep 8, 2022 4:06:43 PM by Lauren Mangano - 0 comments

Benefits of the Lochinvar NOBLE™ Combi Boiler

For almost 80 years, Lochinvar, an American company, has been a leader of innovation and high-efficiency water heating. After leading the way in commercial boilers, Lochinvar brought its engineering excellence to residential combination (combi) boilers.

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Sep 7, 2022 11:01:58 AM by Lauren Mangano - 0 comments

How the Inflation Reduction Act Affects Homeowners and Contractors

On Tuesday, August 16, 2022, President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) into law. Now one of the largest legislative packages that has been moved in years, the IRA covers healthcare, climate change, and tax bill.

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Sep 1, 2022 1:25:37 PM by Lauren Mangano - 0 comments

Should I Get a Furnace Humidifier?

Humidifiers are popular appliances used to keep homes comfortable and combat dry air in the winter. While a portable humidifier can treat certain areas of the home, a furnace humidifier runs with your HVAC system to distribute moisture throughout the whole home.

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Aug 19, 2022 4:35:29 PM by Lauren Mangano - 0 comments

3 AC Options for Radiator Heated Homes

Radiators are wonderful for heating your home and keeping you warm throughout the winter. Put simply, radiators work by using a boiler system that heats up water which is sent through pipes that connect to the radiators around your home. Unfortunately, this means there's no ductwork, which can make it difficult to add air conditioning to your home.

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