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Q. How can I save on fuel?

A. There are many ways. The first and most important is to eliminate all
drafts in the home. If you have a drafty window it will suck all the heat out
of the house and cost more in heating than any other condition. For more
ways please contact us for a phone survey of your needs.

Q. Should I switch from oil to gas or from gas to oil?

A. Many people have switched and they will all tell you that they saved on
their fuel bills. However, the reason they saved was not the switching of
fuel but the updating of equipment. If you have an old oil boiler chances are
you will save fuel by putting in a new boiler either gas or oil. We
recommend staying with your existing fuel source. There are certain costs
involved with converting that offer no return on investment. The fuel
savings obtained by updating your boiler are the same regardless of the fuel
source. Before you do anything first get an efficiency rating on your
existing equipment to determine if it really pays to update. Contact us to find
out how.

Q. I have a steam heating system and one room is always cold
and another is always hot. What can I do?

A. There is a product on the market called a thermostatic radiator valve.
This unit is easily installed in place of the air vent and allows you to set each
room to the desired temperature. This has two great advantages. First you
get a more comfortable heating system in every room and second you save
on fuel.

Q. I have a hot water heating system and every year I have to
bleed the vents or the pipes have a banging noise or my
baseboard doesn't get hot. What can I do?

A. This is the most common problem with hot water. When fresh water is
introduced into the heating system it contains air. This air wreaks havoc
with your heating system and must be eliminated. The conventional way to
do this is by bleeding your radiators. The new and improved way is by
installing a device known as a Spiro Vent. This eliminates the air as it is
being introduced to the heating system thus eliminating th need to bleed
forever.

Q. My water heater is old. Should I buy a new one?

A. If it ain't broke don't fix it. That is the general rule. However, many
people are concerned that their heater is going to burst and create a flood in
their newly finished basement. This rarely happens. If you would like
recommendations on how to extend the life of your water heater please feel
free to contact us.