New EPA Regulations Could Increase Your HVAC Costs by 30%!
This is a “don’t shoot the messenger” message. In nearly 40+ years, we’ve never seen a government mandate like this one affect the pricing of your home’s heating and cooling system. Beginning in August of this year, the EPA will mandate a refrigerant change in all future home air conditioning systems, resulting in up to […]
Energy Audits: What They Are and Why You Should Consider One
There’s no denying we can hardly get anything done without access to electricity. But just because your home has power that works now, doesn’t mean it’s equipped to handle the growing demands we place on it with newer higher efficiency appliances, electric car chargers, and all the other gadgets that require constant power. What’s Covered […]
Top 5 Essential Comfort System Services for Responsible Homeownership
Homeownership is a significant milestone. From creating a space that’s uniquely yours, to building a place of stability and comfort for our families–it wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say our homes are as much extensions of ourselves as they are the places we live. June, recognized as Homeownership Month, is the perfect time to celebrate […]
Safeguard Your Home this National Electrical Safety Month
May marks National Electrical Safety Month (NESM) for electrical service providers across the country, and for good reason. With electricity powering virtually every aspect of our lives, ensuring its safe and efficient use within our homes is more important now than ever before. From powering our appliances to lighting our living spaces, access to safe […]
Your Tax Refund Can Go Miles for Comfort
How to Re-Invest Your Refund Towards Complete Home Comfort Tax season can be a stressful time for many of us, with lots of scrambling to answer all the questions we have in order to file accurately and on time. But if you’re one of the many lucky homeowners due to receive a refund, there’s a […]
Spring into Action with Water Heater Maintenance
Heritage Home Services’ Guide to Keeping Your Home Cozy and Efficient Springtime in New England, is a season of renewal and rejuvenation. As the snow melts away and daffodils begin to dot the landscape, it’s also the perfect time to rejuvenate your home’s systems, starting with one of the heroes of household comfort—your water heater. […]
The Benefits Of A Tankless Water Heater
Are Tankless Water Heaters Worth It? Having hot water available is so common nowadays that most people take it for granted. But when your hot water runs out, suddenly it’s a very big deal. If you have a standard water heater and you’re always running out of hot water, then it’s not getting the job […]
Signs Your Water Heater is On Its Way Out
A broken down water heater could cause a lot of misery to your household, especially right now in the dead of winter. That’s why it’s important to be aware of signs that your water heater needs to be replaced soon or it may stop working properly. The following are signs that indicate it’s time to […]
How to Fix Delayed Ignition on Gas Furnace
Are you having trouble getting your gas furnace to ignite? If so, don’t worry: delayed ignition is a common problem with gas furnaces, and it usually isn’t too tough to fix. A delayed ignition happens when the gas isn’t ignited immediately, so the gas builds up in your furnace and creates a giant flame as […]