Coraopolis Posts

What to Consider Before a Boiler Installation in Pittsburgh

November 26th, 2012

Boilers are a terrific heating system for your home in Pittsburgh and are one of the most popular heating systems in the United States. They offer reliable and comfortable heat for your home. When you start to think about getting a boiler installed…

Read More

Why Fall Maintenance Is Important for Your McKeesport Heating System

September 17th, 2012

When it comes to heating equipment maintenance and repairs in McKeesport, it does not pay to procrastinate. The longer you put off the maintenance, the higher the probability that your heating system will break down..

Read More

Pittsburgh Geothermal Guide: Types of Loop Systems

April 23rd, 2012

Energy resources are changing rapidly. The conventional oil, gas and coal fuels are giving way to alternative sources like wind, solar and hydro. Geothermal energy is less understood by consumers, but potentially the most abundant source available…

Read More

Bridgeville Geothermal Installation Guide: Components of a Geothermal Heating System

January 13th, 2012

A geothermal heating system for yor Bridgeville home has three basic components and some add-on ones as well. Its most distinguishing feature is the ground loops. The most common is the “closed” ground loop system….

Read More

Oakmont Heating Tip: Signs of an Oversized Furnace

January 4th, 2012

Most people in Oakmont, when they choose a new furnace, think that “bigger is better”. However, an oversized furnace can present just as many if not more problems than an undersized furnace. So, if you feel you may have overdone it…

Read More

Mt Lebanon Heating Contractor’s Guide: Warning Signs of a Broken Furnace

December 2nd, 2011

How do you know when your Mt Lebanon home’s furnace is “on the fritz?” There are warning signs of a broken furnace and some are recognizable – but not all. A broken furnace not only deprives your home of heat…

Read More

What Size Furnace is Right for My Home? A Question from Coraopolis

November 21st, 2011

When it comes to your Coraopolis home’s heating equipment, the right size is very important. If your furnace is sized correctly, you will enjoy a high level of indoor comfort, which you should. However, an incorrectly sized furnace…

Read More

IAQ – Ultra Violet Lighting: A Guide From Glenshaw

September 14th, 2011

With a state of the art home comfort system in place, complimented by a high tech indoor air cleaner, you may think you’re set to take on climate and contaminant related challenges in your Glenshaw home. But you’re probably missing one thing…

Read More

Air Conditioners and Energy Use by Percentage: A Tip From Coraopolis

September 9th, 2011

It’s no secret that air conditioners use up a lot of electricity and can add substantially to your energy bills during those warm summer months in Coraopolis. But did you know that they actually account for an estimated 11% of the total energy used in all buildings in the US each year?

Read More

Sick Building Syndrome? Could Your House Have It?

June 3rd, 2011

When you buy a house, you assume that it’s safe to live in. You assume that the construction is sound and the air quality is good so that you never need to worry about things like excessive illness due to contamination. However, the World Health Organization estimates that nearly 30% of homes built in the […]

Read More