If it’s difficult to achieve comfortable temperatures from one room to another in your household, or to satisfy everyone's preferences at the same time, consider upgrading to a zoning system. You’ll get a leg up on your energy bills, indoor climate control and perhaps find some peace of mind by eliminating squabbles over thermostat settings.

If you're using a high efficiency A/C in your eastern Massachusetts home, that's good. Air conditioning units with a SEER rating of 15 or more, commonly considered "high efficiency," are proven to be significantly better at providing high levels of cool air comfort while consuming less energy than units from just eight or 10 years ago.

There is nothing more important than performing maintenance on your HVAC system if you would like to see it run at maximum performance. While there are a lot of parts to maintain, it is easy to forget about the importance of the heat pump cooling system.

If you are considering upgrading your HVAC system, it would be smart to consider equipment that is Energy Star-qualified. Doing so will help you to have a top-of-the-line system that will save you money on your energy bills every year.

If your air conditioner is on the ropes and you don't think it will make it through the season, then it would be a smart idea for you to consider replacing it now.

Air conditioning can be an expensive way of keeping our homes comfortable, particularly when summer is at its peak. Here are six ways to minimize A/C usage and give yourself a break on your monthly utility bills. 

When you're choosing a new heat pump, sizing it correctly will ensure that it will perform at the efficiency level the manufacturer promises.

Refrigerants are an essential component of any air conditioning system. They're contained within the A/C coils and ensure that your system functions by helping to dehumidify and cool indoor air.

Due to advanced A/C technology, present-day air conditioners have more bells and whistles than homeowners may be used to. They also provide significant benefits, including increased efficiency, quieter operation and longer life spans. 

You've likely found your ductless mini-split system to be a convenient, efficient and economical means of providing heating and cooling to your Massachusetts home. But don't forget that it requires a certain amount of maintenance to keep it that way.