The ideal relative humidity for your home should be between 30%-50%. Any level in this range is essential for you and your family's health. However, you may want to keep humanity levels on the lower side for your comfort. The more humidity in the air, the warmer it feels in a room. Keeping the humidity down will allow you to keep the room temperature a little warmer and therefore save money on your electric bill.

Heating and cooling needs differ for every home, space, and even individual preference. Many people who do not have a central air conditioner, or have an area in their home without ductwork, seek comfort solutions that are efficient and not invasive. Often times ductless mini-split systems are excellent options. In this blog, we discuss what ductless mini-splits are and how they work.

There is no hard and fast rule for what temperature you "should" set your thermostat to, but there are factors to consider when setting the optimal temperature for your own needs. What works for someone else's budget, comfort, and HVAC system might not be right for yours.

Choosing the right air filter is important for many reasons. Using the wrong air filter can raise your energy bill, impact your indoor air quality, and even create the need for more repairs on your HVAC system over time. There are various factors to consider when purchasing filters. In this blog, we discuss some of these considerations and explain the acronyms used to differentiate them. 

Cold air blowing from your furnace is an unpleasant experience for any home or business owner. Massachusetts residents typically rely on their furnaces throughout the cold winters and into the spring, so we know how frustrating and uncomfortable it is not to have heat.

HVAC systems are an integral part of all businesses. The ability to regulate temperature, moisture levels, and indoor air quality is important for customer and employee comfort, as well as protecting products you may stock in-house. 

With the right indoor air quality system, your home’s atmosphere could potentially be fresher than the air right outside your front door. A air purification system can remove 99.98% of airborne allergens and kill 88% of airborne germs and 99.99% of surface bacteria and viruses.

Despite the increase in costs of propane, natural gas, and oil, a significant reason your heating bill may have increased is the efficiency of your heating system itself. Most heating systems will need replacing after 20 to 30 years of consistent usage. And, when compared to their newer, more technologically advanced counterparts, older heating systems are much less efficient and likely require more maintenance and repairs to remain operational.

As we approach the colder winter months, the question of when to turn on your heat may be a hotly contested topic in your household. Whenever you decide to turn up the heat, you may smell a distinct odor the first time your furnace kicks on for the season. Is it cause for concern?

Water heaters allow us to do laundry, run the dishwasher, and simply take a hot shower. So having a properly running water heater is crucial for the comfort of you and your family. Today we will give you tips on how to recognize warning signs your water heater might need to be repaired or if it is time for a replacement.