Heating and Cooling

Call a professional for a spring service check. Many heating and cooling companies offer special pricing this time of year.

Run your ceiling fans in clockwise direction during winter months.

But it may not be right for every situation.

Keep lamps, TVs and other heat-producers away from the thermostat.

You should be a fan of fans!

Run your ceiling fan in a counterclockwise direction during warmer months.

Your fireplace creates a warm, cozy atmosphere during wintry weather, but don’t let it add unnecessary dollars to your electric bill.

Improve the efficiency of older doors

On a warm, sunny summer day, does it seem like your central airconditioning system is working overtime? Have you ever felt the ceiling in a room and found it to be unusually warm? If you can answer “yes” to either of these questions, the problem (and the solutions) may be in your attic.

Adding storm doors can improve the energy efficiency of almost any house.