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Jan 21, 2022, 11:52:15 AM by Lauren Mangano - 1 comment

ECI Comfort Welcomes Jim Young as Our Commercial Comfort Specialist

Jim Young, HVAC & Oil veteran of 50 years, has joined ECI Comfort to strengthen the commercial division at the Langhorne location. ECI has always done commercial work, but we plan to take a deeper dive and expand our expertise with Jim’s extensive knowledge.

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Jan 11, 2022, 4:53:03 PM by Lauren Mangano - 0 comments

The Importance of the Whistle/Vent Pipe on Your Oil Tank

How does the whistle on your oil tank work, and what does it have to do with getting your tank filled? We will explain these answers so that you know exactly how we fill your tank during an oil delivery.

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Jan 7, 2022, 1:48:49 PM by Lauren Mangano - 0 comments

White House Distributes Additional Funds for Home Heating Costs

The Biden administration is starting off the new year by distributing an additional $4.5 billon in funds to assist low-income Americans with home heating costs. The funding -- released Friday, January 7, 2022 -- is part of last year's $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan Coronavirus relief package. As we deal with another winter plagued by COVID-19 scares, homeowners are still struggling with absurdly high heating costs.

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Jan 5, 2022, 4:46:04 PM by Lauren Mangano - 0 comments

Single-Speed Versus Multi-Speed Versus Variable-Speed Gas Furnaces

When choosing the right gas furnace for your home heating needs, you'll want to consider a few different aspects. Once you've understood how a gas furnace works, you will know that one important component is the blower motor, which pushes the heated air through the vents and around your home.

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Jan 3, 2022, 2:23:25 PM by Lauren Mangano - 2 comments

How to Best Prepare for an In-Home HVAC Consultation

Deciding on a new HVAC system for your home can be daunting. But scheduling an in-home consultation with your local contractor is the best way to get a professional opinion on the right options. Whether you are putting in a completely new, whole-home system, upgrading your current system, or just adding on to it, your contractor will need to consider a number of important factors.

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Dec 29, 2021, 1:31:50 PM by Lauren Mangano - 0 comments

9 Mistakes You're Making Around the House This Winter

There are several things most of us to do each winter to prep for the cold. We dust off our coats, maybe buy a new snow shovel, or even switch to car tires that are equipped for the weather. These are all important, yes, but how often do we think about what we're checking inside the home?

Here are nine mistakes you might be making around the house each winter and, of course, how to fix them.

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Dec 15, 2021, 2:59:08 PM by Lauren Mangano - 1 comment

Gas Heater Safety Tips

Natural gas explosion kills seven. Mother, daughter perish in house explosion and fire. Woman dies in house fire ignited by natural gas explosion. Man dies in home when leaking gas ignites. Five dead after natural gas explosion.

These are just some of many headlines from recent years detailing dangerous gas-related incidents across several states, including Maryland, Pennsylvania, Texas, and West Virginia.

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Dec 3, 2021, 5:04:38 PM by Lauren Mangano - 0 comments

Single-Stage Versus Two-Stage Versus Modulating Gas Furnaces

So you’re looking to purchase a furnace for your home? Or replacing your current one? Purchasing a new gas furnace means you have to decide between several brands and types of furnaces. When it comes to temperature control, efficiency, and price, you'll have to consider three main options: single-stage, two-stage, and modulating (multi-stage).

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Nov 30, 2021, 12:18:45 PM by Lauren Mangano - 0 comments

Release from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve Won't Help High Oil Prices

President Biden announced last week that he would be releasing 50 million barrels of oil from the Strategic Petroleum Re serve (SPR) after a failed attempt at getting OPEC to increase oil production.

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Nov 22, 2021, 3:01:58 PM by Lauren Mangano - 0 comments

Non-Condensing Versus Condensing Gas Furnaces

Once you've decided to go with a central gas furnace for your heating system, there are many important elements to consider. One is whether you want a condensing furnace or a standard, non-condensing furnace.

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Nov 22, 2021, 12:53:24 PM by Lauren Mangano - 1 comment

How Does a Central Gas Furnace Work?

Ever wonder how your central heating system works to keep you warm in those winter months? Maybe you're buying a new gas furnace and want to know all about the different components and efficiency options. Either way, here's all you need to know about how a central gas furnace works.

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Nov 17, 2021, 3:11:07 PM by Lauren Mangano - 1 comment

Why Amana Heating & Air Conditioning is the Right Choice for Your Home

Between the many types of heating and cooling systems and all the different brand options to choose from, it's important to know makes one system/brand stand out over another. When it comes to your home comfort, Amana brand^® Heating and Air Conditioning has several attributes that make them an outstanding choice.

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Nov 12, 2021, 11:20:04 AM by Lauren Mangano - 0 comments

$3.37 Billion in LIHEAP Funding Released to States by The US Dept of Health & Human Services

As of November 1, 2021, the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services has released $3.37 billion in LIHEAP Funding to states. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, or LIHEAP, helps families living on low incomes by paying their heating bills in the form of a cash grant.

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Nov 11, 2021, 3:10:56 PM by Lauren Mangano - 1 comment

10 Ductless Heat Pump Facts Every Homeowner Should Know

If you're thinking about replacing or supplementing your home's HVAC system, ECI Comfort might have the perfect solution for you. Mitsubishi Electric's ductless heating and cooling system is a unique, modern, cost-effective, and energy-efficient system that will have you wondering why you haven't had one in your home all along. But because this is a newer technology, many homeowners aren't familiar with how the system can provide so many benefits.

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Nov 8, 2021, 2:29:34 PM by Lauren Mangano - 0 comments

What You Should Know About the Rise in Home Heating Costs

Predicting heating oil and gas prices is tough in such a volatile market, but it seems that one thing right now is certain: homeowners should expect to pay significantly more to heat their home this winter compared to years prior.

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