New Water Heater Mandates Go In Effect April 16, 2015

New energy efficiency rules from the U.S. Department Of Energy for water heaters mean higher prices for consumers

Heating water for use in your home is the second largest source of energy consumption for homeowners. New rules call for higher standards on efficiency from water heater manufacturers. These new standards will change the physical space needed in your home for certain models and make the installation or replacement process more involved. The increased efforts of all this will mean higher prices on one hand and reduced energy usage on the other hand.

Annual Air Conditioning Maintenance Checks

Annual AC System Checks

We service our automobiles regularly and for good reason – we are in them daily. But in most cases regular maintenance of our Heating and Air Conditioning systems can often be forgotten – until they fail. Regular maintenance checks should consist of condenser and coil inspections, filter inspection and replacement as well as coolant levels and leak tests.Some inspections could also include thermostat function and air flow balance from room to room.

Simple Ways To Know if I Should Repair or Replace My AC Unit

Certain telltale signs indicate it’s time to consider replacing heating and cooling equipment, or improving the performance of your overall system. Weather conditions in the Buffalo, NY and North Tonawanda NY area can affect the condition and performance of even the best units. If you are not sure what to do with your existing system, ask yourself a few questions:

Tamper Resistant Outlets Offer Electrical Safety For Our Children

Buffalo, NY & Suburban Amherst NY Homes Offer Electrical Safety For Children

A report recently indicated that seven children per day are the victims of burns associated with electrical shock throughout the US. These burns are the result of metal objects pushed into the electrical outlet and coming in contact with the power source.