As the weather cools, here’s a solution with fringe benefits. For a homeowner, browsing a home show, picking up some swag, and finding out what’s new and exciting, can be a fun way to spend an afternoon. We’ve had booths at quite a few home shows, and of all the questions we’re asked, one tops … Continued

A few years back I was called to repair a heating system. In order to get to the utility room, the homeowner took me down the basement stairs, where we passed a water heater along the way. It was fortunate that I’m also a licensed plumber because I immediately recognized a safety issue and froze … Continued

As summer approaches I can’t help but think about our last heat wave. It really made those without air-conditioners want one…and those who did have one…pray that the record-breaking heat wouldn’t break the one they had. And so it was with my neighbor. As I pulled into my driveway on one of those hot days, … Continued

“A heat pump is no different than an air conditioner”. Well…yes…and no. As the name implies, a heat pump pumps heat…outside to cool your home, and inside to heat your home. In fact, heat pumps generally provide much more efficient heating than a typical oil, natural gas, propane, or electric furnace, or strip heat like … Continued

During times like we are having with the COVID-19 Pandemic, we’re all hyper-aware/sensitive about our health and the health of those near us, our family and our co-workers. And if you are reading this article, it’s likely that you are in the role that makes or guides the decisions and choices about items that can … Continued