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electric, propane, gas or oil heating for your home?

During the planning process of the construction of my home, I was asked what energy source I wanted to power my heating and cooling system. Did I want to go with electric, gas, propane or oil to run the furnace? I had to spend some time doing some research to learn what would be the most efficient monthly and in the long run. My blog contains everything that I learned about the different methods of heating the home. You will find out what equipment will cost, what it costs to maintain the equipment and the average cost of heating a home for a season using each source.

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Some Of The Early Warning Signs That HVAC System Replacement May Be Near

Posted on 6 March 2023

HVAC systems can cost thousands of dollars. As such, many homeowners want to know what to look for when their HVAC system is approaching the end of its life. This gives a homeowner time to budget and save for an HVAC system replacement. Here are a few of the early warning signs that may indicate that HVAC system replacement may be on the horizon.  Your HVAC System is 15 Years Old or Older [Read More]

What To Know About Geothermal Heating And Air

Posted on 9 February 2023

If you are looking for an environmentally-friendly and efficient way to heat and cool your home, it's time to take a closer look at geothermal systems. Geothermal heating and air use the earth's consistent temperature to maintain comfortable conditions inside your home. These systems absorb heat in the winter and reject it during the hotter summer. If you are unsure if a geothermal system is suitable for your home, here's what to know. [Read More]

Cooling Costs, AC Repair, And Other Ways To Lower Your Energy Usage

Posted on 25 January 2023

How can you save money on home cooling costs? From AC repair to new installation, take a look at the top questions and answers about HVAC services and lowering your utility bills. How Much Should It Cost To Use Your Air Conditioner? You may want to know if your monthly electricity bills are unnecessarily high. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, six percent of all the electricity the U.S. produces goes to AC use. [Read More]

Simple AC "Repairs" To Try Before Calling Your HVAC Company

Posted on 9 January 2023

Technically speaking, all HVAC repairs should be handled by an HVAC professional. However, when your AC breaks, it often makes sense to try a few simple fixes before you call in the professionals. Here are some simple AC "repairs" worth trying and exploring before you resort to calling your HVAC repair team.  Flipping the Circuit Breaker Did your air conditioner completely stop working to the extent that it's not even blowing out warm air? [Read More]