What to Do and What Not to Do Without question, propane is one of the safest fuels you can use in and around your Delaware Valley home. But to stay as safe as possible, you should always pay close attention to the operation of your propane gas appliances. The best way to keep all your propane equipment running properly is to follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for preventive maintenance. Be sure to consult your owner’s manuals for what’s required. Facts About Propane To help guide you through a summer that will be safe and comfortable, we share these tips from the […]
This Is an Expensive Problem If You Have R-22 Do you feel warm air blowing from your vents when your air conditioning system is operating? Have you noticed frost or ice forming on your outside central air conditioner lines? These are classic signs that an A/C unit may be low on refrigerant. If the refrigerant level is low, that means it’s slowly leaking out of your system. And that’s an expensive problem if you have an older system. Here’s why. Refrigerant is what your system uses to transfer heat from inside your home to the outdoor compressor. R22, the main […]
Understanding Costs, Sizes, Maintenance, and More A propane tankless water heater represents an option that needs less space in the home while providing a virtually endless supply of hot water on demand. Tankless water heaters are also more energy-efficient, and generally have a longer life than standard storage tank water heaters. A tankless propane water heater, professionally installed by a Wilson Oil and Propane technician, eliminates standby energy losses that occur in storage tank systems because this innovative unit only heats water on demand. What is a Tankless Water Heater? A tankless water heater is so compact in size that […]
Use This No-Cooling Checklist It’s never any fun to have your air conditioning system conk out on a hot and humid day. With that in mind, here’s a checklist you can refer to the next time you have a cooling equipment problem. In some cases, you may be able to solve the problem yourself and save a service call. For future reference, you can also refer to this troubleshooting guide. If your cooling system does not run, do this: Start with your thermostat. Make sure it is on the “cool” or “auto” setting. Also, is the temperature set about 5 […]
Home Efficiency Tips for Summer With energy prices so high and inflation rates draining cash from our pockets every day, most people want to save money at home wherever they can. Here’s an idea: there are actually many easy yet important energy conservation methods that can add up to impressive savings over time. Here is a closer look at some of the steps you can take to improve your home’s energy efficiency during the summer months. Add a ductless system. This is an energy-efficient option to target certain areas of your home with cool air. These units can be installed […]
Be Aware of Manufacturer Maintenance Guidelines You can’t enjoy home comfort without a dependable supply of hot water. We depend on it for showering and bathing, cooking, washing our clothes and dishes, and more. So how long can you depend on the current water heating system in your home? The life span of the most common water heater—units with a storage tank—can vary greatly, anywhere from 7 to 13 years. How long your tank water heater lasts depends on a number of factors, including the temperature of the water you set for the tank, the volume of water used, the […]