Here in New England the weather always keeps us guessing. Sticky August days can turn into unseasonably cool evenings, and sometimes September hits us with a resurgence of summer temperatures. How can you keep up? The answer is easy: a ductless mini-split system. These affordable units offer even cooling and supplemental heating to keep your [...]
For Massachusetts homeowners, warmer weather typically means cranking up the A/C and settling for the spike in energy costs. But what if we told you that you can keep your family comfortable and save money? Here are some industry insider tips to help you stay cool and save all season long: 1. Schedule Regular A/C [...]
Warm weather is finally here to stay! With family barbecues and beach weekends on the horizon, heating season is probably the LAST thing on your mind. But what if we told you that summer is actually the ideal time to start thinking about your winter energy budget? Sign up for a budget plan now to [...]
Spring has sprung! After another New England winter, Massachusetts residents are more than for ready all the things spring brings: warmer weather, blooming flowers, plenty of sunshine, and of course, allergies. We bet you’ve stocked up for the season at the drugstore, but have you prepped your home? Keep Your Cooling System in Tip-Top Shape [...]
For centuries people have searched for ways to stay cool. Throughout this long history of survival tactics and scientific experiments, the past decade has delivered incredibly accelerated progress. Air conditioners are smaller, more energy efficient, and even better for the environment. Advances like these haven’t been made since Benjamin Franklin’s experiments with evaporation and alcohol, [...]
Why would you think about heating efficiency now that the warm weather is here? Actually, spring is a good time to think through and evaluate your oil or gas heating system and how it performed through the recent winter months. While it’s still fresh in your mind and before you are busy with the details [...]
Keeping your home’s natural gas heating system in good working order is important for many reasons. Not only will annual maintenance help reduce your fuel consumption to save you money on energy costs, but should your system malfunction, having a plan in place is critical to the safety and comfort of your family during the [...]
Now that spring is just around the corner, it’s time to prepare your home for the warmer weather. Take out the storm windows and doors, break out the mop for a good spring cleaning, and get ready to save money with these six simple energy-saving tips! Tip #1: Install a Programmable Thermostat Updating your [...]
The short answer is absolutely! If you live in Eastern or Metrowest Massachusetts, it’s beneficial to ask your local oil heat provider if they offer an oil heat service plan. Service plans not only offer customers peace of mind, but also provide significant savings should there be an issue with the home’s heating equipment. As [...]
Bioheat fuel was developed as a recent response to the push for finding renewable energy and alternative fuel sources here in the U.S. You might already know the basics about the eco-friendly fuel, such as the positive impact it has on our environment—not to mention your energy budget. But do you know what gives Bioheat [...]
