Expert Tips

Keep Your Finished Basement Comfortable Year-Round By James K. Kim Having a basement is a valuable convenience for homeowners. Whether used for storage, an entertainment space, a guest room, an office, or a fitness area, a finished basement can be a worthwhile investment. However, one common challenge is ensuring sufficient heating and air conditioning to … [Read More]

5 Easy HVAC Tips To Help With Allergy Symptoms By James K. Kim Many people may not realize it, but seasonal allergies can occur year-round. So-called “perennial” allergies are typically attributed to adverse reactions to household dust. Other seasonal allergies such as “hay fever” can occur when the outside weather gets warmer with flowers and … [Read More]

Struggling With Dry Air In The Winter? Try These 8 Ways to Increase Humidity In Your Home By James K. Kim The cold winter temperatures in Westchester County will likely keep your forced air heating system (such as a furnace or heat pump) running for several months on end. While the comfort and warmth of … [Read More]

10 Essential Boiler Maintenance Tips For A Worry-Free Winter By James K. Kim If your home has a hot water or steam boiler as its central heating source, then it is a vitally important part of your home’s mechanical system. With proper annual boiler maintenance by a qualified local boiler specialist, most boilers will typically … [Read More]

Why Is My Furnace Blowing Cold Air? By James K. Kim Compared to some Northern regions, New York City and the surrounding areas including Westchester County and southwestern Connecticut enjoy relatively milder winters with average temperatures typically staying above sub-freezing most days. However, studies have shown that most people feel most comfortable at temperatures around … [Read More]

By James K. Kim When the outside temperature starts to drop and the season changes into winter, it is natural to expect your energy costs to increase as you heat your home. According to the Department of Energy, heating your home uses more energy and costs more than any other mechanical system in your home, … [Read More]