Home Heating and Energy Blog

Predicting how long a particular gas furnace in seattle will last is about as reliable as predicting how long a particular person will live.  That is to say, not very reliable.  However, similar to a person, we can look at ...

Deciding on a furnace repair contractor can be tricky.  Choose the right contractor, and your furnace will be up and running in no time!  However, choosing the wrong contractor could put your entire family and even ...

As we previously posted, new Department of Energy furnace efficiency standards are scheduled to take effect on May 1, 2013. After that date, any new gas furnace installed in a home will be required to operate at 90% efficiency or above. This ...

For Seattle City Light electric customers, improving your energy efficiency just got even more important. Rates are likely to go up over 10% in the next 2 years! If you have electric resistance heating (baseboards, electric wall heaters, or ...

As a lifetime Puget Sound resident, I've seen first hand why many homes in our area don't have any air conditioning installed. Our air conditioning "season" is so short it can be difficult for many homeowners to justify the expense ...

On May 1st, 2013, all newly installed gas furnaces must be 90% efficient or above in all Northern states, including Washington State.  This new requirement has wide-reaching implications for existing homes in Washington, especially homes ...

It's a beautiful thing when you can make a major upgrade to the comfort and efficiency of your home and get it for free, or in some cases actually be paid for it!  I know it sounds like a gimmick.  The thing is, ...