Ensure your whole-home standby generator is ready to go. For far too many households in Morris, Somerset, Union and Southern Sussex counties, power outages are a fact of life. Inclement weather can cause downed power lines. Plus, the extreme heat we’re seeing in the summer can lead to an overloaded electrical grid and widespread blackouts. … Read More
We Compare Two Water Heater Energy Sources for Efficiency, Affordability, and Sustainability When families in Morris County and Sussex County, New Jersey think about their energy spending, they don’t always consider the impact of their water heater. But the average home uses approximately one-fifth of its energy to generate hot water for bathing, laundry, dishwashing … Read More
Making Sense of the Heating Oil Rollercoaster There are global and local reasons why heating oil prices change. No one likes uncertainty when it comes to prices. It’s been stressful in the grocery aisle, at the gas pump and on the car dealer’s lot for the last few years with record inflation and product shortages. … Read More
Master Plan or Mistake? Do Your Research on New Jersey’s Energy Master Plan. Good concept, expensive execution. Read the Pros and Cons
Did you know that spring is the ideal time to replace struggling heating and cooling equipment? An easy way to do it is by financing your new home comfort equipment. Once temperatures are milder in New Jersey’s Morris and southern Sussex counties, you won’t need to work your furnace or boiler as much. And it … Read More
When Should I Replace a Thermostat? Thermostats should last about a decade; after that, it may start working less reliably—and as is the case with any heating equipment—you’ll be faced with a choice to repair or replace it. How do you make that choice? Here are some rules of thumb: Repair your thermostat if: Your … Read More
Want to upgrade your window AC unit? Did you know that there’s an alternative to noisy, drippy, leaky window air conditioners? And it’s an alternative that does not require ductwork and it will keep you cool for less: a ductless AC system. Ductless Mini-Split A/C 101 How much do you know about these whisper-quiet, high-efficiency … Read More
Home improvements can be expensive–yet installing heating and cooling systems in NJ can pay big dividends by saving energy (shave up to 30% off your current bill!), making your home more resilient in extreme weather and improving your home’s livability year-round. Simply put, upgrading your furnace, boiler, or air conditioner is an investment. But how do can you … Read More
Winter air here in the northeast is considerably drier than the air we breathe in the summer, or even the fall. That decrease in humidity can make a big difference in the quality of air in our home – and in our quality of life.
That sounds pretty great these days doesn’t it—99% virus-free? And not only free from viruses, but also free from bacteria and mold. This is great news for anyone with an allergy or breathing sensitivity, or who happens to be living in the middle of a pandemic.
