Winter in the Susquehanna Valley means cold temperatures, sealed-up homes, and heating systems running constantly. While these conditions help keep your home warm, they can also hurt your indoor air quality. Indoor air quality affects more than comfort. Poor air quality can cause respiratory irritation, increased allergy symptoms, winter illnesses, and long-term moisture or mold …
If you have cold bedrooms, warm hallways, hot upstairs rooms, or chilly spots near exterior walls, you’re not alone. Homeowners across Lancaster, York, Lebanon, Berks, Chester, and Dauphin counties deal with uneven heating every winter – especially in older homes. This guide explains why uneven heating happens, how to diagnose the cause, and what you …
As energy costs rise and weather extremes become more common across the Susquehanna Valley, homeowners in Lancaster, York, Lebanon, Berks, Chester, and Dauphin Counties are asking how to make their homes more sustainable and efficient (without taking on a full renovation). The truth is, you don’t need to overhaul your entire home to make a …
Homeowners, you rely on your heating system to perform consistently, especially in the frigid Pennsylvania winters. Recognizing the right time to replace or repair your system is a crucial skill for maintaining year-round comfort. Luckily, since most well-maintained systems only need to be replaced every 15-30 years, regular maintenance can alert you within plenty of …
When it comes to the cold and wintertime, there are a handful of “common sense” ideas that Pennsylvanians hold onto that aren’t actually true. While we believe people mean well when they share these tips, unfortunately, the advice isn’t always sound and can sometimes even hurt more than it helps. We’ve decided to gather five …
