Why You Shouldn’t Use a Different Heating Fuel Company From Fill to Fill
Oil and propane are often considered to be a commodity that households rely on during the cold Winter months. Depending on where you live there could be several to over 20 different options on where to source your fuel. So, should you shop your fuel delivery around each time you need a fill and go […]
Tips for Staying Cool This Summer Without Breaking the Bank
During those dog days of Summer when the air conditioning is calling your name, it can be tempting to crank the temperature down as low as it can go. It might be instant cooling relief in the moment, but you might get a little heated when you get your energy bill! Here are some tips […]
Condensing Vs. Non-Condensing Boilers
As the weather starts to warm up, you’re probably not thinking about your heating equipment or about anything having to do with condensing, but the best time to plan a replacement for your old boiler is when it’s not in high demand – aka during the warmer months of the year. When it comes to […]
Vent Alarms – the Safety Feature You Probably Didn’t Know You Had!
Did you know that your oil tank is most likely equipped with a vent alarm? A vent alarm is a small device, usually a tube, that’s installed between your oil tank and the vent pipe. It lets the delivery driver know when your oil tank is full preventing an overfill. A mess you want to […]
Money Saving Hot Water Heater Tips
Most people don’t give their water heater a second thought unless it’s on the fritz or leaking – both are not ideal situations – however there’s so much more your water heater could be doing for you. Like saving you money! Your water heater works hard to make sure you, your home, and your appliances […]
How to prepare your home for heating fuel deliveries this Winter
If your home is reliant on heating fuel deliveries– such as propane or oil –you know it’s critical to ensure you don’t run out and find yourself in an emergency situation! During the Winter, no one wants to run out of heating fuel, so it’s vital you prepare your home for your fuel deliveries. Winter […]
ENERGY STAR – What does the rating really mean?
It’s probably pretty safe to assume that most people have seen the ENERGY STAR logo on an appliance. Typically, you know that it means that the appliance will lower your home energy costs compared to non-rated models. But there’s a lot more to the rating than just the sticker. How did the ENERGY STAR rating […]
The best fuel to temporarily heat your construction project
Every construction project manager knows that once you hit mid to late Fall, it’s only a matter of time before you’ll need to heat your construction project, temporarily, to make it through the snow and deep freeze that will inevitably settle into Connecticut. There are several important reasons why you need to find the best […]
How to Improve Airflow in Your Home
Airflow, or circulation, is often overlooked when we think about comfort and the temperature of our home. It actually plays a pretty important role though; it reduces the accumulation of dust, helps keep the temperature even, and often affects humidity level. It can even play a vital role in reducing the number of germs and […]
Can Your Home’s Temperature Really Affect Your Sleep?
The answer is YES, the temperature does affect your sleep. Did you know that more than 1 in 3 Americans suffer from sleep deprivation? If you fall into that 33%, it could be affecting your health. While there are a lot of reasons why you could be missing out on those 7-8 hours each night, […]