Posts Tagged ‘Energy Efficiency’

Shades of Green

Friday, April 15th, 2011

Go Green ExpressEverything we do everyday has an impact on the planet: good or bad. The positive news is that you have the power to control your choices.   Read More...

How a Heat Pump Can Supplement Your Oil or Propane System

Monday, April 4th, 2011

Heat Pumps Save EnergyIn the last blog post we discussed the unique opportunity for energy savings with a central air conditioning upgrade to a heat pump.  This is compelling at the moment because of the disparity in fuel prices per usable energy unit of output: this is generally referred to as BTUs (British Thermal Units).   Read More...

Heating Fuels Skyrocket – What Can You Do?

Monday, March 28th, 2011

Over the past year, the net effect of energy costs to heat our homes has increased by over 40% if you are in the Mid-Hudson valley of New York State and using #2 fuel oil or Propane as your primary fuel. This is a pretty hefty increase… What can you do? Read More...

Oil Versus Gas: Fuel Availability and Storage

Monday, October 25th, 2010

Let’s consider the availability and storage factor for different fuel choices a homeowner can make: Read More...

Oil Versus Gas: Which is Better?

Monday, October 4th, 2010

Hudson Valley Heating ServicesOver the years there has always been a debate about what the best fuel for residential heating is.  As a professional provider of energy-efficient systems, there is no simple answer to that question. Having a fuel-neutral professional help in making this evaluation can be a big help. Read More...

What are the Advantages of Central Air Conditioners?

Wednesday, May 26th, 2010

A central air conditioning system offers many advantages over conventional air conditioning systems. Undoubtedly, central air is one of the most effective and efficient ways to circulate cool air throughout the house in comparison to window air conditioning systems. However, central air conditioners offer one major benefit that individual window units cannot claim: these systems can improve your indoor air quality. Read More...

The Tax Credit that Doesn’t Go Away!

Sunday, March 28th, 2010

Every dollar you make at your job gets taxed in a multitude of different ways. Make $1 and bring home .67 cents for the average person on an average day. Now save that same dollar on energy efficiency improvements in your home and you get to keep the whole thing. Read More...