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We all know that smoking, both first and secondhand smoke, are the leading causes of lung cancer in addition to a number of other ailments. What may not be as obvious is that the next leading cause of lung cancer is exposure to Radon gas. Although naturally occurring, radon gas is radioactive as it comes from the breakdown of uranium under the soil. When this gas comes through the ground directly outside, it dissipates more

At one time or another, most of us will find our HVAC system isn’t working as it should. The furnace isn’t heating, the air conditioner isn’t cooling, or the temperature isn’t anywhere near where we expect it to be. We often catastrophize, worrying that we’re about to be hit with a massive repair bill or – even worse – that our system may need to be replaced. In reality, many HVAC issues that affect our

Home heating oil is widely used on Long Island, yet it’s not something the average person actually sees. People should understand what it looks like, what it is, and when it goes bad. Because refineries could not keep up with demand for home heating oil if it were only produced during the winter months, home heating oil is produced year-round and then stored until needed. More than 1 million gallons of home heating oil are

The days here on Long Island are getting shorter as the temperature steadily decreases. This means we’ll be wearing more layers and paying for home heating oil before we know it. Proper use of home heating is important throughout the colder months, not only for your family’s comfort, but for the integrity of your house and to prevent damage related to freezing temperatures. That doesn’t mean you can’t find ways to save money. The good

Modern heat pumps are an energy-efficient way to heat and cool your home, but they require more frequent service than single-function HVAC systems. Year-round preventative maintenance and twice-yearly professional inspections are important for the efficiency and life of a heat pump. Now that fall has arrived, it’s a great time to be sure your system is prepared for the colder months ahead. To ensure optimal performance and a longer system lifespan, it’s important to perform