As households battle with the rising cost of heating and cooling their homes, renewable energy ideas are springing forth that may put our resources on a much more stable footing. Keep an eye out for what is on the horizon… Geothermal Heat Pumps A geothermal heat pump transfers heat from … [Read more...] about THE FUTURE OF HOME HEATING AND AIR
Rotton Reality of Orangeburg Pipe
Orangeburg Pipe was a low cost alternative to metal piping that was used in homes built between the 40’s and 70’s and used mainly for sewer lines. Its first known use was in an experimental water delivery line in the Boston area. This pipeline, finished in 1867, measured over a mile and a half and … [Read more...] about Rotton Reality of Orangeburg Pipe
Are You Worried About Frozen Pipes?
How To Avoid Frozen Pipes Here at Bolton, we get a lot of service calls for frozen pipes this time of year, so we wanted to share our tips & tricks. The first thing you can do for your home to avoid freezing pipes is to ensure you have proper insulation around your pipes, especially those … [Read more...] about Are You Worried About Frozen Pipes?
Fact or Fiction About Your HVAC Unit
Do you ever really think about your HVAC Unit? Does The Placement of Your Thermostat Make a Difference? Have you ever thought about the ideal location for a thermostat or where not to put a thermostat? There are some places that should be avoided such as direct sunlight, this can give a false … [Read more...] about Fact or Fiction About Your HVAC Unit
Are You Worried About Frozen Pipes?
How To Avoid Frozen Pipes Here at Bolton, we get a lot of service calls for frozen pipes this time of year, so we wanted to share our tips & tricks. The first thing you can do for your home to avoid freezing pipes is to ensure you have proper insulation around your pipes, especially those … [Read more...] about Are You Worried About Frozen Pipes?
4 Tips to Prepare for Cold Weather
Winter is here and with just a few simple maintenance tasks, you will prolong the life of your HVAC. SCHEDULE A MAINTENANCE CALL Ensure the system is in working order before you need it most! The best time for HVAC maintenance is during our shoulder seasons—spring and fall—when the AC … [Read more...] about 4 Tips to Prepare for Cold Weather
SAVE MONEY AND GO EASY ON THE ENVIRONMENT WITH A HIGH – EFFICIENCY TOILET…
Did you know that toilets use the largest amount of our household indoor water? Toilet flushing is the largest indoor use of water in single-family homes, accounting for about 24 percent of all household water use, according to the American Water Works Association. Toilets have been using … [Read more...] about SAVE MONEY AND GO EASY ON THE ENVIRONMENT WITH A HIGH – EFFICIENCY TOILET…
YOUR HOME’S WATER PRESSURE AND WHY IT’S IMPORTANT
The toilet runs constantly? Shower have a steady drip? New knocking sounds coming from pipes moving around in the walls that you’ve never noticed before? These may be signs that your home’s water pressure is too high. High water pressure leads to a multitude of problems, including risk of … [Read more...] about YOUR HOME’S WATER PRESSURE AND WHY IT’S IMPORTANT
SEWER SCOPE INSPECTIONS
Can't take a shower, flush your toilet, or do a load of laundry - this can be a homeowner's worst nightmare! Damage to your sewer lines can even lead to a structural issue, a health issue, or both. Requesting a sewer scope inspection is a pro-active step in protecting your home and family.So, when … [Read more...] about SEWER SCOPE INSPECTIONS
Let’s Talk Trade Careers
There has always been a discussion between trade careers versus the white-collar industry. Thankfully, the tide is turning on the "pro's" of having a career in trade. There are many indicators in today's environment that point to a trade career being "where it's at". Some top reasons are listed … [Read more...] about Let’s Talk Trade Careers