3 Ways Air Conditioners Can Cause Fires & How To Prevent Them

According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), air conditioners and other related equipment caused 7,400 structural fires in homes in 2010. Since many people run their air conditioners non-stop during the hottest days of the year, it's important to understand what causes air conditioning units to catch fire. Here are three common causes and how to prevent them from happening in your home.  Damaged Electrical Wire & Cable Insulation [Read More]

4 Advantages of Heating Your Home With Oil

If you are replacing your furnace or having a new home built, you may be trying to choose between an oil or gas furnace. Oil heat has several advantages over gas and other types of home heating that make it the best choice for many homeowners. Here are four of the biggest benefits of using oil heating in your home. Lower Risk of Fire A natural gas furnace can pose several serious risks for your home when it malfunctions. [Read More]

Pros And Cons Of Replacing A Boiler System With Forced Air In An Apartment Building

If you own an apartment building with boiler-style heating, you may be considering switching over to a forced air heating system. Though modern boiler systems can be very efficient, many people hold the misconception that they are outdated and prone to explosions, which may make leasing apartments with boiler heating hard in areas with competitive housing markets. Changing over to forced air may make it easier for you to find tenants, but there are cons to consider, too. [Read More]

Beat The Heat To Keep Your Air Conditioning Bill Low

Whether you are waiting for repairs or just don't want to bleed your wallet dry this summer, staying cool without the A/C is something most people only dream of. However, heading out to the public pool isn't the only way to beat the heat. Some of your own habits are contributing to your energy bill woes. Cook Outside Unless you are planning on having a big salad for dinner or ordering in, cooking will produce quite a bit of heat. [Read More]