Heating System Replacement – Where to Start
Deciding to replace your home’s heating system can feel like an overwhelming task. Not only are you trying to stay within your budget, but you’re making an investment that will hopefully last a decade or more. All this, to say nothing of the time pressure when your current system unexpectedly breaks down in peak heating […]
Plumbing Wet Vents Defined
Drainage in residential and commercial buildings follow the same principle: gravity pulls wastewater along drain pipes into the municipal septic tank or sewer system. This is different from water supply systems that use pressure to move the water into a building; drain pipes are slanted downward to remove wastewater through the force of gravity. Plumbing […]
The Furnace Heat Exchanger – Importance & Safety
If you own a furnace (forced hot air), you may have heard about the dangers of a “cracked heat exchanger”. While you don’t need to know everything about how a furnace works, it’s important to know that a problem with your heat exchanger is serious and should be addressed immediately. If you’re curious about what […]
Portable or Standby? Choosing the Right Home Generator
When choosing between a portable or a whole-home standby generator, it can be difficult to determine which is right for your home. Regardless of brand, there are a few questions you can ask yourself about generators that will quickly determine if one is a better option than the other: Providing honest answers to these questions […]
Storm Watch – Ways to Prepare for a Hurricane
As the Atlantic hurricane season rages on, it’s crucial for homeowners along the East Coast, especially in New Hampshire and Massachusetts, to stay vigilant and well-prepared for potential threats. It’s always better to be safe than sorry, so in this blog, we’ll provide you with essential tips and strategies to help you prepare and protect […]
How to Know If Your Furnace Gas Valve Is Bad
Your furnace’s gas valve controls how much gas flows to its pilot light and burners, making it an extremely important component of your heating system. If your furnace is not producing heat, a faulty gas valve could be the problem. A faulty gas valve is frustrating at best and dangerous at worst, requiring the help […]
Shutoff Valves – Your Lifeline During a Plumbing Emergency
The humble shutoff valve is one of the most overlooked but crucial components in your home’s entire plumbing system. In fact, a well-designed system will contain several of these valves at different key locations in your home. So, what exactly are they and what’s their importance? Heritage is here to help you get the answers […]
Home Improvements That Increase Your Savings and Comfort
Thinking of renovating your home? You’re not alone. With record low inventory and high interest rates, many homeowners are opting for home improvements to meet their lifestyle goals rather than selling and buying. If you’re among the many who are deciding which types of renovations will make the biggest impact on comfort and long-term investment, […]
How Long Does a Whole-Home Backup Generator Last?
Electricity is a necessity. When a power outage occurs, we realize all the little ways electricity makes an impact on our day-to-day lives.. Installing a whole-home backup generator gives you the ability to keep the power on if an extended outage occurs for any reason. When you need it the most, a backup generator allows […]