Broadley’s Blogs
We credit our Upper Township, NJ homeowner with making lemonade out of what could have been some really sour lemons: When he needed an emergency furnace replacement, he took the opportunity to make some major upgrades to his home’s comfort and efficiency. It all started with a call to Broadley’s because the heat wouldn’t turn…
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Can you believe that our Upper Township, NJ homeowner went from no having no heat in the house to a nice warm home with unlimited hot water and much, much lower gas bills — all in one day? That’s what happened started with a simple, albeit urgent, call to Broadley’s. Our homeowner reached out because…
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There’s more to selling your house than making sure the kitchen and bathrooms look great. Sure, those are usually the first things a potential buyer notices. But, there’s more to consider, especially as you get further into the process. You want your HVAC system in great shape when you sell your home. That way, your…
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We’ve previously written about the importance of humidity control in the winter and the benefits of going with a whole house humidifier for your home in Ventnor, Margate, Ocean City, or anywhere in South Jersey. If you’re thinking about going from plug-in models to an appliance that manages humidity in every room, then you’re in…
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House-hunting is a stressful process and in a seller’s market, there’s even more pressure. When homes are going fast, you may not have time to see a house a second time before you have to put in an offer. That makes it easy to overlook some big problems that can haunt you later. But, for…
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You don’t need a furnace certificate when you buy a new house. But, it’s an easy way to get some vital information about how well the house’s HVAC system is holding up. Like a home inspection, this is a chance to spot a problem with the property before it’s too late. At Broadley’s, we’ve offered…
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Dry air is a problem in the wintertime — but you don’t need to tell that to the people who suffer from nosebleeds, dry, itchy skin, or just don’t feel comfortable inside when it’s cold out. A whole house humidifier can make a big difference. Low humidity is always a problem in the winter. Cold…
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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 crawl spaces underneath. This design helps prevent flood and water damage, but it…
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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 article, we’ll dig a little deeper into the…
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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 that, you make it much easier for…
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