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Why You Should Follow a Regular HVAC Maintenance Program
HVAC systems are great when they work properly, but they can be the biggest pain when there is an issue (such as freezing winters and sweltering summers), and no one has time to deal with that. With a regular maintenance program, you can continuously assure that your HVAC components are working properly so that you …
The Importance of Properly Installed Flashing
As a homeowner in New York, you do everything in your power to protect your home from damage and your wallet from the cost of major repairs. This means that you have to learn about every little detail of your house, as it is often that the smallest elements can make a big difference in …
Common Myths about HVAC Systems
HVAC systems can be very complicated and are sometimes hard to understand unless you’re an expert. Because of this, it’s not surprising that there are a lot of myths about how an HVAC system works or what it can do. Some of these myths come from a simple misunderstanding about how an HVAC system works, …
Benefits of Slate Roofing
So you’ve decided this spring to redo the roof on your house. Maybe it’s in dire need of repair. Maybe you want a fresh look. Possibly, you just want to upgrade to something sturdier and longer-lasting. Slate is a common, attractive and popular roofing material that carries many benefits to those who adopt it. From …
Warning Signs of a Roof Collapse
For any homeowner in New York, the thought of a collapsing roof is enough to send you into a state of panic. The roof protects the home from the elements, but it also completes the structure of a house, providing framework support. With these notorious warning signs of a roof collapse, you and your local …
Why a Heater Tune-Up Should Be on Your To-Do List
If you’re like every other homeowner in NYC, your to-do list continues to grow, and you struggle to mark the more obscure tasks off. Having your heater inspected is one of those tasks, as it is not something you have to have done every day, and you might hesitate to try and start the process …
How to Protect Your Air Conditioning Unit During the Winter
New York winters are particularly cold, so most people probably don’t think about their air conditioning unit until the temperatures start to rise and they need it again. Unfortunately, neglecting your air conditioner during the coldest months can lead to serious damage that will then cost money on repairs or replacement. Being proactive and preventing …
The Most Efficient Ways to Heat Your NYC Home
You can only add so many layers of clothes and pile on so many blankets before it’s time to just bump up the heater. Despite your chattering teeth, you hate forcing your inefficient heater to work harder because you know your next energy bill is going to be a doozy. If it’s time for a …
How to Choose the Right Paint Colors for Your Home’s Interior
Choosing to paint the interior of your home can be an exciting decision, but you might begin to feel overwhelmed when it comes to picking a color scheme. Before you dive headfirst into the world of papery paint chips, there are a few ways you can sort out which specific colors might be right for …
How to Maximize Your Roofing Investment
A home is a big investment in and of itself, but the roof of your home is also a large investment. It takes a lot of time and money to select the perfect roof for your home, and like most investments, you want to make sure you get a good return on what you put …