If your AC system was installed prior to 2010, it probably uses R-22 refrigerant (also known as Freon®). This refrigerant is phasing out and will be replaced with a more environmentally friendly alternative called R-410-A. So if your AC breaks down, you may face a difficult choice — replace it or risk increasingly costly and...
Your home is a complex network of wires and electrical components that can break at any time. Most electrical issues are an inconvenience. But, in some cases, they can be dangerous. When you are suddenly faced with an emergency repair, you don’t want to be forced to pick any contractor. Do your homework now to...
Indoor air quality refers to the quality of the air you breathe inside your home. It can be affected by a number of environmental and man-made factors. Did you know indoor air pollutant levels in your home could be two-to-five times higher than outdoor levels? And although homes are better insulated and more tightly sealed...
AC SystemBoilersEnergy EfficientFurnacesHome CoolingHome HeatingMarch 7, 2017Should You Replace Your Heating and Cooling Systems at the Same Time?
You rely on your heating system to keep you cozy and warm in the winter, and your AC system to keep you cool in the summer. But what happens when one unit breaks down? Chances are you’ll be tempted to replace only the failing unit, and wait until later to replace the other. The truth...
Solar LeaseFebruary 7, 2017Solar Leases Are an Affordable Way to Go Solar
Solar leasing programs are opening the door for homeowners who want to take advantage of energy savings without the large upfront financial investment. Instead of paying for the purchase of a solar system, you pay a fixed monthly amount to install solar panels and use the electricity they generate. There are many advantages to leasing...
Service ContractsService PlansDecember 15, 2016A Heating and Cooling Service Plan Equals Peace of Mind
It’s easy to take indoor comfort for granted. We expect our homes to be warm in the winter and cool in the summer. But when your system breaks down and leaves your home and family uncomfortable, life comes to a standstill. Service contracts for your heating and cooling systems and water heater can help ensure...
BoilersEnergy EfficientFurnacesHome HeatingOctober 3, 2016Looking to Replace Your Heating System? Do Your Homework First!
Eventually, your heating system will stop operating at peak performance. The older your heating system, the less efficient it is and the more costly it is to run and maintain. With winter around the corner, now is the perfect time to do your research and determine which heating system is right for your home and...
Home Water HeatingHot WaterPlumbingWater Heater ReplacementOctober 3, 2016Is Your Water Heater Ready to Retire?
Your daily routine most likely involves hot water — taking a shower, washing dishes and doing laundry. You turn on your faucet and, like magic, there’s hot water. It’s easy to take your water heater for granted, until one day you get in the shower and are greeted with an icy, cold stream. How did...