You’re Glowing. And So Is the World. And Your Home Can Too.
It’s snowing again. March really is coming in like a lion this year. The Farmer’s Almanac was right. It has
It’s snowing again. March really is coming in like a lion this year. The Farmer’s Almanac was right. It has
It just stopped snowing. They’re calling this one of the worst storms in New York history — and yet spring
Why I’m in Rooms Most HVAC Contractors Aren’t Being a woman who owns an HVAC company sometimes puts me in
Alice H. Parker, an African American inventor, patented an early gas-powered central heating system in 1919. Her work helped shape how modern homes think about comfort, airflow, and efficiency.
I recently had an experience that reminded me—again—why proper duct insulation is not optional, even when ductwork runs through “conditioned”
Halfway to Spring 🌱 February 2 marks not just Groundhog Day, but also Imbolc, a traditional Irish holiday celebrating St. Brigid. This date symbolizes a pivotal moment between winter’s harshness and the promise of spring. As the days grow longer, there’s a sense of hope and resilience in the air. Yet, with spring comes challenges, particularly for indoor air quality. A simple, often overlooked element—your air filter—can significantly impact your comfort. Air Filter Alarms will make a big difference. Happy Imbolc and Groundhog Day!
(And Why That’s a Problem You’re Living With Every Day) I recently visited a 1962 home in Croton on Hudson
During an Arctic blast, many heat pump owners discover that old thermostat habits no longer work. In extreme cold, deep temperature setbacks can trigger expensive backup heat, reduce comfort, and drive up energy bills. Understanding how modern cold-climate heat pumps operate—and how to adjust your thermostat strategy—can make the difference between steady comfort and winter frustration.
I enjoy an adult cigarette from time to time. What I DON’T enjoy? My teenager telling me the house smells like skunk. So I did what any HVAC nerd would do: I installed an ERV—what I call a “Fresh Air Machine.” It pulls fresh air from outside, filters it, and pushes stale air OUT. Like having a window open 24/7, but without freezing in December.
As a building performance professional working in Westchester County and the Hudson Valley, I see the same pattern every winter: homes get tighter, heating systems run longer, and indoor air dries out fast. A whole home steam humidifier is the most reliable way to restore healthy humidity because it delivers true vapor, distributes evenly, and doesn’t depend on constant furnace runtime. When humidity is controlled correctly, homes feel warmer, respiratory symptoms ease, and winter comfort improves dramatically.