Fall is a transitional period for your HVAC system. Occasionally, you may use the air conditioner when temperatures creep into the 70s yet, as the season progresses, you turn on the furnace as conditions grow colder. During this time, leaves…
For homeowners who live near a wooded area or have shrubbery on their property, it’s possible for tree roots to grow into the plumbing system – unless you take the necessary precautions. How This Occurs Trees have root systems far…
Smart home technology, powered by the Internet of Things (IoT), has allowed for greater convenience and energy conservation over the last several years. Rather than treating each appliance and system as separate entities, smart home technology helps you control each…
During summer, kids are home and families host regular gatherings, which results in one overarching trend: Your plumbing, appliances and garbage disposal are used more often. In turn, you might be dealing with frequent clogs and sewer line backups. Here…
As temperatures continue to rise and we experience more humid days, you’ve likely turned on your air conditioning full-time. During the dog days of summer, you expect a blast of artic air to cool your home, but it doesn’t always…
Our family-owned HVAC & plumbing company was founded in 1890. Throughout our 130-year history as leading contractors in Connecticut, we have remained committed to serving both residential and commercial customers. Our Company History For well over a century, our company…
As businesses start to reopen and employees return to work, one issue has emerged in facilities that were closed for months: Stagnant water in the plumbing system. When water sits unmoved for weeks or months at a time, two factors…
A study published in the Journal of Infectious Diseases examined how an air conditioning system in a Wuhan restaurant contributed to the spread of COVID-19 in a public space. An asymptomatic diner was sitting relatively close to the air conditioning…
Did you know the typical household spends over $2,000 annually on energy bills? Just as appliances and window designs have become more energy efficient, HVAC systems have followed suit to help homeowners save. In recent years, several changes have been…
During the Coronavirus pandemic, we’re experiencing a toilet paper shortage. In response, some consumers are turning to alternative sources. Yet, paper towels, wipes, newspaper and even toilet paper itself can lead to a clogged septic system. In general, not all…
