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COD Heating Oil vs. Budget Plan

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You just bought a home with a furnace or boiler that’s fueled by heating oil. You’re hearing terms like “budget plans,” “COD heating oil,” and “payment plans,” but you don’t know the difference. Then they throw around terms like “locked price” and “capped price.” How do you make a decision? Take a deep breath. We have the answers you need to make an informed choice that fits your budget and lifestyle. What Is COD Heating […]

Can a Broken Heat Exchanger Cause a Fire?

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Winters here in Nassau and Suffolk counties always result in an uptick in home heating usage and, unfortunately, costs. And with more and more people working remotely at least some of the time, home heating usage may be going up even further. An additional cost beyond your heating bills that comes with frequent use of HVAC systems is wear and tear on the units themselves. One of the most important components involved in a heating […]

Three Reasons Why Your Pilot Light Keeps Going Out

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If you have a gas furnace, there’s a good chance your pilot light will go out at some point, probably at the least optimal time. Typically, this isn’t a cause for concern, and relighting it will be a straightforward process. Every homeowner should know how to relight their pilot and determine if an extinguished pilot is a sign of a deeper problem with their system. What Causes a Pilot Light to Go Out? Dirty Pilot […]

Can an Old Furnace Make You Sick?

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Your furnace is your lifeline during the freezing months of winter. Losing heat during the frigid months is an experience no one enjoys. Older furnaces may struggle to keep up at times, but is there another concern? Can old, outdated, or unmaintained equipment pose a risk to your health? Are There Health Risks for Aging Furnaces? Yes, but there are also health risks for new furnaces that are not properly maintained. Simple mechanical issues or […]