"Dan did a great job of going through everything very thoroughly with me and pointing out a plan of remedy for the aspects of my home that seemed most significant to least significant. I would recommend him in the future for anyone looking to get an understanding of their home energy performance."
"The gentleman that came to do the electric for my sump pump in the basement was a gentleman did great cleanup great work courteous kind very informative. This was the first step prior to having the drains put in. This was the Electrician and he was excellent."
My name is Darryl Goodman and I am retired from the military after 26 years of successful service. As a home inspector, I bring with me a strong foundation of professionalism, hard work, and a meticulous attention to detail. Leveraging extensive experience in both civilian and military construction, I possess a unique skill set that enhances my ability to assess and ensure the safety and integrity of residential properties.
"They were able to come the same day I called to schedule. I was visiting my daughter and while helping her do routine cleaning and maintenance around her house I discovered animal hair in the filter and on the compressor of the furnace, so I wanted the furnace blower and fan thoroughly cleaned asap. (This past winter I nearly blew out a furnace in a rental property because animal hair had built up and had jammed up the blower motor, blocking airflow, so for me this was a high priority job.) When he completed the service I was offered a routine maintenance program and the price for two service check and clean annually was to good to pass up. Plus they will call to remind me when maintenance services are due so I can't forget!!! That's great because of our busy schedules. I reccomend this company highly."
"Robert did a great job. He was very professional, explained each step of the process, notified us of an issue with our humidifier and helped us rectify it! Highly recommend!"
"Marco from R & G did an excellent job replacing the water heater at my rental property. I have called him many times for a variety of services at different locations. He is very professional, and I recommend him to anyone looking for HVAC services."
Up and coming Residential & Commercial HVAC Company. We Service all makes and models. Furnaces, Boilers, Water Heaters, A/C, Rooftop units and more. I've been in the Heating and Cooling business since 2012. I opened my own business in 2020 and named it Flow-Rite Heating & Cooling.
"Pete and the team are amazing. They replaced the whole HVAC unit in short time. They cleaned after themselves and are always responding to any phone calls. Pricing was very good and warranty which they give is non existent in this business. I would highly recommend them and I already did to few of my friends from work and they are also very satisfied with level of service, pricing and warranty."
Energy Efficiency Auditing questions, answered by experts
Window AC units use a fair amount of electricity, but significantly less than central AC systems. Because they are more energy-efficient for cooling individual rooms or small spaces, their usage is comparatively low. On average, a window AC unit consumes between 500 and 1,400 watts, while a central AC system uses over 3,500 watts—meaning a window unit uses about one-third of the energy. This typically translates to a monthly running cost of $15 to $40, although this can vary depending on external factors.
You'll likely need more than great home staging to sell your home. Now is a great time to get to work on the curb appeal of your home . Hire local exterior painters and landscapers to coat the exterior of your home and bring it new life with some sprucing up.
Yes, most audits include a report with prioritized recommendations for improving energy efficiency. Confirm with your auditor.
Replacing a window frame will improve your home’s energy efficiency if the old frame is cracked or damaged in a way that allows unconditioned air from the outside into your living space or if you upgrade to a more energy-efficient window frame material. Aluminum is the least energy-efficient window frame material, followed by vinyl and wood. Fiberglass and composite frames are the most energy-efficient.
R-value is calculated by dividing the thickness of an insulation material by its thermal conductivity. The material's composition and density influence thermal conductivity. Materials with lower conductivity values provide better insulation. The higher the R-value, the better the material is at insulating, helping homeowners select insulation that meets the energy needs of their climate and home layout.
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