Heating and cooling older homes
Don't be scared of an older heating or cooling system. Systems can be inspected or retrofit to maintain the integrity of your older home.
Maintaining your fireplace
Proper maintenance of your fireplace is important to make sure it's working efficiently and safely.
Sealing your fireplace damper
In this video: Old, worn fireplace dampers allow conditioned air AND your energy dollars to go up the chimney! Find out how to stop the leaks.
Preventing air leaks
In this video: Some fireplaces can be a big source of air leaks in your home. Find out what options are available to keep warm air in your house without letting it go up the chimney.
Prepare for the season
In this video: Before you ignite flames in your fireplace, make sure you get it professionally inspected and cleaned. Chimney sweeps check your fireplace inside and out and even the roof. All of this is to make sure it’s ready for winter and to keep you safe.
Fireplace myths
In this video: Fireplaces have been a trusted heating source for homes for centuries, but are they energy efficient?
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Getting a new fireplace
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Capturing the heat from the earth can save you big money on your energy bills. Learn how geothermal systems work.
Fix leaky ductwork
Leaks in your ductwork mean the air you've paid to heat or cool is not getting where it needs to go. Find out how to diagnose and fix this common problem.
Space heating and furnace myths
There are lots of "tips" out there that may not be true or safe. Find out how to separate facts from fiction.
Options for heating your home
Shop and compare when choosing a new heating system. Look for the yellow Energy Guide label to see how one unit stacks up against another.
A/C tune up
Learn how professionals tune up your air conditioner and get some tips on how you can keep it running at peak performance.