With the end of the year comes inevitable cold weather, often with harsh wind and snow. While they might help make the holiday season festive and cozy, it can quickly become a nightmare if the furnace goes out. Furnaces are a critical component of the home as they help keep you comfortable and safe. That’s […]
The concepts of furnace efficiency and furnace efficiency ratings originated with the 1987 National Appliance Energy Conservation Act. Since then, household appliances have been held to energy standards that help improve the overall energy efficiency of the United States and continue to be an important aspect when considering furnace installation. So, what are furnace efficiency […]
Home energy costs are tied to everything from heating your water and running the dishwasher to powering your lights and refrigerator, among other things. However, It is estimated that over half of all home energy costs are directly related to heating and cooling. Since heating your home can be such a costly endeavor during the […]
Winter is in full swing, with some of the coldest days of the year yet to come. Unfortunately, rising energy costs can make it increasingly difficult to keep your home comfortable without breaking the bank. Fortunately, you don’t have to consider taking on a second job just to stay warm and cozy. Here are five […]
There are many different types of home heating systems – furnaces, boilers, heat pumps, pellet stoves, and the list goes on. If you’re in the process of building a home, putting on an addition, or replacing your current heating system, it makes sense to research your options and the pros and cons of each. Many […]
It’s that time of year again when wind, snow, and plummeting temperatures make having a functional furnace a number one priority. So what do you do when all of a sudden you wake up in a cold house or you turn your heater on only to experience the whir of a fan pushing out cool […]
There’s nothing more frustrating than waking up in the middle of the night to a cold house or turning your furnace on for the first time in the season only to feel cold air blowing back at you. Maybe you just had your furnace on the day before, so why would it all of a […]
Whether you’re looking for a new furnace or information on an existing furnace in your home, it should be a priority to understand how long you can expect it to last. While there is not one specific answer to this question of longevity, there are a number of factors that can affect the lifespan and […]
Fireplaces can be a cozy, beautiful addition to your home. While we can all appreciate the added aesthetics and quick heat-up a fireplace provides, you may find yourself wondering whether it also helps with the energy efficiency of your house. Will they help you save money? Or are they an expensive addition? Let’s take a […]
Time for a new home furnace? Most furnaces will need to be replaced every 20 years or so. Once that day comes, the model you have in your home today might not be on the market anymore. That leaves you with the responsibility of choosing a new furnace for your home. Unfortunately, this isn’t as […]
