Posts Tagged ‘HVAC unit’
Open vs Closed AC Vents in Unused Rooms. The Big Debate
It shouldn’t come as a surprise that the United States is the world’s biggest electricity consumer when it comes to energy use per capita. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, the average U.S. residential customer uses approximately 909 kWh per month of energy, or around 10,909 kWh per year. New Jersey average household energy…
Read MoreFinding a New Air Conditioner That’s Right for Your Home
Investing in a new air conditioner isn’t at all like buying a microwave or a television. There’s much more to the buying process than just choosing one that looks nice and that you think will work best for your home. Picking the right HVAC unit should provide you and your family with cool air, a…
Read MoreHome Heating Oil Burner Efficiency Tips
Having a heating unit that provides comfortable indoor temperatures in a reliable and economical matter is important for any New Jersey homeowner. Though some may think that costly upgrades and installations are required to help improve a heater’s output or reduce monthly bills, sometimes small changes can have the largest impacts. A home heating oil…
Read MoreWhy Winterize an HVAC Unit?
When the temperatures drop and it’s about to get into the really cold months, you should consider optimizing your HVAC unit. The process (termed “winterization”) makes your HVAC unit adapted to operating in colder temperatures without suffering serious drawbacks. When you decide to winterize an HVAC unit, you extend the life of that unit. The…
Read More5 Signs it’s Time to Invest in a New Air Conditioner
Do you have the uneasy feeling that your air conditioner may not be working as well as usual? If you think that your unit is struggling to cool your home despite good ductwork, fresh refrigerant, and a new filter, it may be time to invest in a replacement HVAC unit. Here are five signs you…
Read MoreEarth Month: ENERGY STAR Appliance Benefits
April has arrived! As has winter melted away and spring has made its entrance, it is worth pausing during Earth Month to consider how you can make your home more energy efficient. Energy Star appliances cost less to run and are much more efficient than standard equipment. If you are a New Jersey homeowner due…
Read MoreTips For Saving Energy All Year Long
There are ways to help the environment and save time and money all year round. Our expert technicians are trained in the most up-to-date, energy efficient ways to help your systems run with complete efficiency. We at Point Bay would like to share some of our “saving energy” tips with you here in this blog…
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