As the mercury drops, it’s important to start thinking about keeping your home warm this winter. Higher electricity costs make keeping your home cozy more expensive than ever, sending a shiver down most homeowners’ spines. This year, though, you may be able to put a stop to increasing energy bills. By improving your home’s heater efficiency, you can keep heating costs in check … [Read more...] about Try these four heater efficiency tips
Heaters & Furnaces
Energy efficiency tips for fall
Fall is here, and if you are like a lot of people, then you are probably looking for ways to save money on your energy bill. Contrary to what many people believe, you don’t have to make drastic changes to increase your savings. Below are some energy efficiency tips for fall to help you save electricity and money: Lower the temperature on your thermostat It is estimated … [Read more...] about Energy efficiency tips for fall
How To Turn Off The Water Heater
How To Turn Off The Water Heater Problems with water heaters can become abundant if they aren’t maintained properly. For example, if the pilot light goes out, gas can start to build up and lead to an unpleasant surprise. Water leaks are another serious problem as damage can occur when running the heater without water. Before deciding to perform any maintenance for a leak, … [Read more...] about How To Turn Off The Water Heater
Switching from the air conditioner to the heater
The days are getting shorter. Fall jackets come down from the attic as a chill arrives in the air. At this moment, the diligent homeowner prepares his or her air conditioner for the elements and revives the furnace from its summer slumber. Though an easy task, a smart homeowner takes a few strategic steps when switching from the air conditioner to the heater. A seasonal … [Read more...] about Switching from the air conditioner to the heater
Preventive maintenance calendar: monthly home maintenance
As a homeowner, you can prevent a majority of tomorrow’s problems by maintaining your home today. Regular home maintenance can boost your property value, reduce stress and reduce the amount of money you spend on minor and major home repairs. Whether this is your first home, or you need to start a new regimen of good home maintenance habits, it’s time to learn what to maintain … [Read more...] about Preventive maintenance calendar: monthly home maintenance
