A heating oil tank can last up to 20 years if properly maintained. One of the quickest ways to shorten a tank’s lifespan is to allow water to enter and remain inside. Checking for and removing moisture in your tank can lengthen your tank’s years and prevent heat loss when you need it the most.
Heating Seasonal Performance Factor Ratings — What to Know
When considering an HVAC system replacement or upgrade, Heating Seasonal Performance Ratings (HSPF) is a critical number to understand. HSPF is a rating that measures the energy efficiency of a heat pump during cool and cold months, with higher-rated units between 9 and 10 providing significant energy efficiency. How is HSPF calculated, how does it relate to SEER, and how does it affect the bottom line cost of running a building’s HVAC?
Heat Pumps Vs. Hydronic Coils – Which Heat Source Is Better?
Whether you are upgrading a current system, looking for a replacement, or considering a new home purchase, understanding the home heating system and what provides the best heat can be confusing. When choosing the best heat source for your home, consider many factors, including initial costs, cost and efficiency of operations, and even aesthetics.
Baseboard Heating vs. Forced Hot Air Systems – Which is Better?
When choosing the system to heat your home, many options are available, which can be confusing. Depending on where you live, some help may narrow down your options based on resource availability (i.e., natural gas vs. oil heat), but that doesn’t mean that you are forced into a choice that doesn’t suit your home’s needs. Let’s look at two popular options in the Northeast – baseboard heating and forced hot air systems.
Three Last-Minute, Money-Saving Heating System Upgrades
The fall season is officially here, and the temperatures have already begun to cool off. Winter is three months away, but that doesn’t mean that you should wait to upgrade your heating system. Some heating equipment upgrades can pay for themselves on the day that they are complete. If you’ve been putting off investing in your heating system, now is the time, while the weather is still warm enough, and turning off the heat won’t […]
