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What Temperature Should I Set My Home Thermostat While at Work?

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There is a lot of conflicting info about the most economical way to adjust your HVAC settings. Unfortunately, some of these ideas that people swear by can actually cost you money in the long run. Should You Keep Your Thermostat at One Temperature the Whole Day? No, it is neither economical nor energy-conscious. The idea that your furnace works harder, bringing the temperature up from the cold, is a myth. The rate at which it […]

How To Protect Your Home from Carbon Monoxide

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Carbon monoxide is an invisible killer. By nature, colorless, odorless, and tasteless, it easily escapes detection, making it especially dangerous. If you grew up with gas or propane heat, you almost certainly were repeatedly warned about it by relatives. Carbon monoxide is also far too common since it’s produced by burning fuels such as propane, gas, or wood. In 2015, 393 deaths were attributable to unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning, 36% of which occurred between December […]

Does HVAC Improve Air Quality

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Recently, air quality has become a more prominent point of discussion on Long Island. The seeming increase in wildfire activity up north has led to smoke drifting down here in New York, which has caused a number of air quality advisories throughout this past summer. With this increase in concern for air quality and its impact on our health, we may think we’re better off indoors, but poor air quality is not limited to the […]

Schedule Your Furnace Maintenance Service

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One of the downsides often associated with owning things is that you must also take care of those things through regular cleaning and maintenance. The furnace you use to heat your home is no exception. Regular furnace maintenance can prolong the life of your system and make it less likely to face issues in the dead of winter. How Do I Know My Furnace Is Heating Efficiently? A furnace’s efficiency is measured by its AFUE […]

Can a Heat Pump Maintain 70 Degrees in NY?

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A heat pump is an excellent and cost-effective choice to warm your home during the chilly seasons of fall and winter. However, to reap the full benefits of a heat pump system, knowing the optimal settings for your thermostat is essential. Adhering to some basic guidelines can significantly enhance your system’s efficiency, ensuring a comfortable home until spring rolls around again. Understanding Heat Pump Operations To understand where to set your thermostat, you first need […]