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Three Signs It’s Heating Season and What That Means for You

Are leaves crunching under foot? Does your favorite coffee shop smell like someone forgot to take last year’s pumpkin out of the truck? Have you noticed tweens in the neighborhood exchanging their Birks for Uggs and comfy leggings? Yep, it’s time to turn up the thermostat. But heating season doesn’t have to mean breaking the bank to pay your energy …

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Learning About Your HVAC System

Every homeowner needs to be aware of and care for their HVAC system, but many people are not really certain what that means. Here is a primer on what an HVAC system is and how to keep it functioning optimally. Your Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning system or HVAC system is a key component of your home. Depending on the …

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Federal Tax Credits Expiring

The federal tax credit for installing new, high-efficiency heating and cooling equipment will expire on the last day of 2016. This credit, the 25C tax credit for energy efficiency, includes the following: a credit for 10% of cost (up to $500) or a specific amount from $50-$300 for qualifying heating or cooling equipment a credit for up to $300 on …

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Home Tricks Or Treats

In the spirit of the season we have put together our own tricks or treats list, which addresses home ‘Myths’ (or tricks) vs. home ‘Facts’ (or treats)! Read the list below to know what you should and should not be concerned about when it comes to the upkeep of your home’s heating/cooling systems! Heating Tricks Or Treats Trick Or Treat? …

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The Most Accurate Weather Forecasting Is From The Almanac

The Old Farmer’s Almanac has long been relied because ot its ability to accurately forecast weather patterns, long range forecasts and major weather events. In fact, the Almanac is traditionally accurate 80% of the time! Their famous predictions are made 18 months in advance. They are meant to help you make more informed decisions as well as put together for …

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Install A Humidifier

Do you need a humidifier in your home? With the cold winter weather comes dry air outside and inside of your home. Dry air inside of your home can exacerbate sinus issues and colds, cause nosebleeds, and worsen skin conditions. It also helps to spread viruses throughout your home. Many of us try to combat the effects of dry air …

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When Is It Time To Replace Your Furnace Of Boiler

The first question that many of our customers ask us is: ‘How do I know if it is time to replace my home heating system?‘. While there isn’t a clear formula for planning your furnace or boiler replacement, there are some sure-fire signs that your system is on its way out and that replacement is the best option for providing …