Oct 29, 2020 | Uncategorized
Balancing comfort and energy efficiency in the winter is a challenge for any homeowner. But living, in South Jersey adds a few more complications. First of all, that lovely ocean breeze translates into wind and drafts once summer’s over. Next, most houses have...
Oct 22, 2020 | Uncategorized
According to energy.gov, the best thermostat setting for the winter is 68 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and 58 to 61 degrees at night. These settings balance energy efficiency and comfort, and you can take some extra steps if it feels too cold at first. In this...
Oct 15, 2020 | Uncategorized
Dust isn’t only a spring-cleaning concern! In fact, you should probably pay more attention to it in the winter — and the summer, for that matter. Those are the seasons when you keep the windows closed all time while running your heating and cooling system. When you do...
Oct 13, 2020 | Uncategorized
It’s rare that you’ll encounter a smoking gun when it comes to searching for a water leak in your home. There’s usually a problem somewhere out of sight, not — thankfully — a pipe gushing dozens of gallons of whatever everywhere. But, a slow, steady drip somewhere...
Oct 8, 2020 | Uncategorized
Is your home ready for the winter? No, we don’t mean holiday decorations. We’re not even talking about insulation or a heater tune-up (although that’s always a good idea!). Instead, we’re thinking about viruses — and how controlling the...
Oct 1, 2020 | Uncategorized
Bars and restaurants in Avalon, NJ, and other shore points, made it through an uncertain year thanks in large part to outdoor dining options. But, smaller retail spaces — to say nothing of daycares and schools — couldn’t take advantage of that strategy. And, as the...
Sep 24, 2020 | Uncategorized
Improving indoor air quality is an important consideration for daycares, schools, retail spaces, bars, and restaurants in the tail end of 2020. Outdoor dining and retail won’t be an option once the weather gets much colder. Getting the “cleanest air on the block” will...
Sep 17, 2020 | Uncategorized
The cold weather is coming in Avalon, NJ. So, why are we talking about air conditioner service after Labor Day? Well, even though you won’t be using the AC for a while, getting it winterized is a great way to be sure it’s ready when Memorial Day Weekend rolls around! ...
Sep 9, 2020 | Uncategorized
Are you ready for the flu season this year? And, we don’t mean just getting your shot. We’re talking about making sure your HVAC system is prepared to help you fight off a cough, a cold, or worse. That’s right, your heating and cooling system can do more than keep you...
Sep 3, 2020 | Uncategorized
The condensate line, or drain line, on your HVAC system isn’t something the average person knows much about — until they’ve made a heating repair call. This line is an essential part of the heating and cooling system in your Ocean City, NJ home. However, it’s often...