Category: Heating
How a Ceiling Fan Can Help Reduce Heating Costs
“Wait a minute,” you might be thinking. “A ceiling fan? In the winter? Wouldn’t that just make the room colder?” It’s an understandable question – most people associate ceiling fans with cooling down during the summer months. But when used correctly, a ceiling fan can actually help keep you warmer and even reduce your home… Continue reading How a Ceiling Fan Can Help Reduce Heating Costs
How to Reduce Your Home Heating Costs
As temperatures drop like so many leaves from a maple tree, most homeowners brace themselves for higher energy bills. Heating your home can account for nearly half of your total utility costs during the colder months – but that doesn’t mean you’re stuck paying more than you should. With a few smart habits and simple… Continue reading How to Reduce Your Home Heating Costs
Furnace Repair vs. Replacement: How to Decide
When your furnace starts showing signs of trouble, it’s natural to wonder whether a single repair will solve the problem, or if it’s finally time to replace it. While it’s true that a well-handled repair can extend the life of your heating system, there are situations where investing in a new furnace simply makes more… Continue reading Furnace Repair vs. Replacement: How to Decide
Why Early Fall Is the Smartest Time for a Heating System Tune-Up
When the days are still warm and your air conditioner is doing most of the work, your furnace or heating system is probably the last thing on your mind. But before you know it, temperatures will drop, and you’ll be counting on that system to keep your home warm and cozy — all heating-season long.… Continue reading Why Early Fall Is the Smartest Time for a Heating System Tune-Up
How to Keep Your Garage Workshop Warm This Winter
Most New Jersey homeowners find their garages uncomfortably cold during the winter months. After all, garages just aren’t built to stay warm inside when outdoor temperatures dip. So if you utilize your garage as a workshop, home gym, or craft room, your repairs, workouts, and other tasks can be difficult to complete. Luckily, there are… Continue reading How to Keep Your Garage Workshop Warm This Winter
Do I Really Need Annual Heating System Maintenance?
For many of us, staying comfortable this time of year can me a challenge. Shivering as you head out the door in the morning, sweating in the afternoon, and chilly again in the evening. And while it may not be quite cold enough to think about turning on the heat, it isn’t too early to… Continue reading Do I Really Need Annual Heating System Maintenance?
8 Signs Your Heating System is Wasting Energy
As winter descends and the temperature drops, heating systems become essential lifelines, providing warmth and comfort. However, when these systems operate inefficiently, they can become silent thieves, siphoning off energy and money without us even realizing it. In this blog, we’ll explore the subtle signs that your heating system might be wasting energy and money,… Continue reading 8 Signs Your Heating System is Wasting Energy
Why Fall Is The Best Time for Heating System Maintenance
Timing is everything. Whether it’s delivering the punchline of a joke, hitting a home run, or leaving the house 5 minutes early to avoid sitting in traffic, these and countless other examples show just how important great timing can be. When it comes to your home, scheduling maintenance and repairs at the right time can… Continue reading Why Fall Is The Best Time for Heating System Maintenance
What’s that Foul Furnace Odor?
In general, your furnace should be seen and – other than regular cycling on and Foul Furnace Odor off – not heard. And most certainly not smelled! Is your nose getting a whiff of an unusual odor from your furnace? And if so, how can you be sure whether it’s nothing to worry about or… Continue reading What’s that Foul Furnace Odor?
Is An Annual Furnace Inspection Really Necessary?
Many things in life require regular check-ups and maintenance, from dental visits to annual physicals to your car’s routine oil changes. Your home’s furnace is no exception. In fact, failing to have this essential service performed can shave years off the unit’s lifespan, drive up heating costs, and can even void the manufacturer’s warranty. Simply… Continue reading Is An Annual Furnace Inspection Really Necessary?
