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electric, propane, gas or oil heating for your home?

During the planning process of the construction of my home, I was asked what energy source I wanted to power my heating and cooling system. Did I want to go with electric, gas, propane or oil to run the furnace? I had to spend some time doing some research to learn what would be the most efficient monthly and in the long run. My blog contains everything that I learned about the different methods of heating the home. You will find out what equipment will cost, what it costs to maintain the equipment and the average cost of heating a home for a season using each source.

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Cooling Costs, AC Repair, And Other Ways To Lower Your Energy Usage

Posted on 25 January 2023

How can you save money on home cooling costs? From AC repair to new installation, take a look at the top questions and answers about HVAC services and lowering your utility bills. How Much Should It Cost To Use Your Air Conditioner? You may want to know if your monthly electricity bills are unnecessarily high. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, six percent of all the electricity the U.S. produces goes to AC use. [Read More]

Simple AC "Repairs" To Try Before Calling Your HVAC Company

Posted on 9 January 2023

Technically speaking, all HVAC repairs should be handled by an HVAC professional. However, when your AC breaks, it often makes sense to try a few simple fixes before you call in the professionals. Here are some simple AC "repairs" worth trying and exploring before you resort to calling your HVAC repair team.  Flipping the Circuit Breaker Did your air conditioner completely stop working to the extent that it's not even blowing out warm air? [Read More]

3 Common Questions Asked About Clogged Sewers

Posted on 16 December 2022

It is not a secret that most homeowners and residents often forget to clean their drainage systems. As such, the accumulation of food particles can easily result in blocked drains, creating havoc on your property. For instance, you may experience unpleasant smells from the drains and gurgling sounds. Eventually, all your drain pipes may start pooling water slowly, resulting in flooded areas in the house, especially the kitchen and bathroom drains. [Read More]

Why Spray Foam Insulation Is The Best Solution For A Cold Home

Posted on 29 November 2022

If your home has adequate heating, you might wonder why it's still cold in some areas of your home. This could be caused by a variety of factors, but one of the most common factors causing this is a lack of insulation. Why Your Home is So Cold To fix the problem with a cold home, you will need to consider other possible causes. For example, it might be cold in your home because there is a problem with the ductwork. [Read More]