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Why Tight Ductwork Is Important For Your Home

Why Tight Ductwork Is Important For Your Home

Most homeowners take an “out of sight, out of mind” approach with their ductwork systems. The problem with this approach is that it can result in problems that can cost

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Need A New Thermostat? Smart Systems Are The Way To Go

Climate control can account for as much as one-third of your total home expenses. A well-maintained system can reduce those costs, but did you know that a new thermostat can

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Which Insulation You Use Can Affect The Energy Efficiency Of Your Household

If you’re getting your home ready for that cold blast of winter that will soon be here in Middletown, don’t forget the insulation. Insulating projects add to the energy efficiency

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With Whole-House Humidification, Dry Air Is A Thing Of The Past

Winters in New York can be dry and uncomfortable. Running a furnace continuously dries out the air in your home. Whole-house humidification can eliminate many of the problems that dry

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Don’t Strain Your Heating System, Reduce Your Heating Load

As frost becomes a daily occurrence and temperatures start to plunge, our first inclination is to rush indoors and seek refuge in a warm house. But if turning up the

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Planning Some Fall Landscaping: Plant To Maximize Your Home’s Insulation

One of the best things you can do to increase insulation and save energy around your home is landscape it in such a way that you get the benefits of

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Choosing A MERV Filter: Know What All Those Numbers Mean?

When it comes to indoor air quality, there are several important numbers to know about:

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Is This The Year You Should Upgrade To A High-Efficiency Furnace? Do The Math

When you purchase a new furnace, you can determine its efficiency by reading the annual fuel utilization efficiency rating (AFUE) displayed on the unit. This tells how much of the

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Summer’s End Is In Sight: Use These Operational Tips To Get The Most Out Of Your Air-Conditioning System

We all know that running the air conditioning can be quite expensive.  We’re all looking for a few ways to save and make sure we get the most out of

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The Cooling Season In Middletown May Be Near The End, But Preventive Maintenance Should Not Be Ignored

As the fall inches nearer in the Middletown area, and use of your air conditioner starts tailing off, it is more important than ever to focus on preventive maintenance for your

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