2024-04-04 08:30
As the days start to get longer and the temperatures begin to rise, it can only mean that spring and summer are soon to be upon us. This means getting your HVAC system as ready as it can be… Read More
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Tragar Home Services and residential HVAC blog filled with energy saving tips including cooling and heating energy efficiency advice.
2024-03-21 08:30
Energy efficiency is a good thing, and one component of an energy efficient home is preventing air leaks that lead to increased heat or air conditioning use. However, good ventilation is als… Read More
2024-03-07 08:30
While this winter on Long Island has not gotten as freezing out as it had in some years past, it is still undeniably cold. We’ll all be utilizing plenty of heating in our homes and wan… Read More
2024-02-22 08:30
Within your HVAC system, the heat exchanger is the component that transfers heat from one medium to another. It is vital for keeping your home the temperature and comfort level you require… Read More
2024-02-08 08:30
Heat pumps use electricity to transfer heat from a cool space to a warm space (and vice versa) to make the cool spaces cooler and the warm spaces warmer, in a similar way to your refrigerato… Read More
2024-01-18 09:30
During the winter season, we’d all rather be listening for sleigh bells in the snow instead of strange sounds coming from the furnace. While there’s no such thing as a furnace th… Read More
2024-01-04 08:30
As we’re about to enter the coldest days of winter here on Long Island, we make adjustments to our home heating habits to compensate. Our boilers are working harder to keep our homes… Read More
2023-12-21 08:30
It’s winter on Long Island, so your HVAC system has switched from cooling to heating. While the folk wisdom generally says that you should turn off your AC during the winter months&hel&hell…Read More
2023-12-07 08:30
A heat pump is an energy-efficient heating and cooling system that operates similarly to air conditioners in the warmer months by removing warm air from indoor spaces and transferring them o… Read More
2023-11-16 08:30
As the cold weather looms, the last thing you want on your mind is issues with your home’s heating. This is especially true if you fear that your furnace may be giving up the ghost.
H… Read More
2023-11-02 08:30
As we get closer to winter, we inevitably use more heat around the home and may be more inclined to use our ovens than in hotter times of the year. While staying comfortable and warm in our… Read More
2023-10-19 08:30
Cold weather and family gatherings loom as the holiday season approaches. As events ranging from Halloween parties to Christmas dinners start to fill up your calendar, it’s a good idea… Read More
2023-10-05 08:30
HVAC maintenance is not just a matter of having a technician come give your system a tune up. There are important things that you need to do on a regular basis to keep your heating and cooli… Read More
2023-09-21 08:30
As we lean into the Fall season here on Long Island, it is time to consider your home’s climate control. HVAC systems need regular maintenance – like any machinery – to ope… Read More
2023-09-07 08:30
Although it seems that older houses are being knocked down on Long Island and replaced with more modern homes all the time… most Long Island residents aren’t living in newly bui… Read More
2023-08-17 08:30
We’re well into summer here on Long Island, which means we’re probably using more water than we use other times of the year. Whether it’s having to shower more often, water… Read More
2023-08-03 08:30
The normal core body temperature for both men and women depends on a variety of factors that are influenced by age, activity, and time of day… but generally safely ranges from 97͍……Read More
2023-07-20 08:30
The rules of engagement in the battle against the summer heat are changing. As the nation moves toward greater energy efficiency, changes are beginning to make themselves felt – espec… Read More
2023-07-06 08:30
As July looms closer, the temperatures on Long Island are beginning to rise. Projections indicate it will be a scorcher with worse to come over the next few years. The period from this year… Read More
2023-06-22 08:30
June is upon us and, with it, the first waves of summer temperatures that are sure to give your HVAC system a workout. Since losing your AC during the hot months is an absolutely miserable e… Read More
2023-06-08 08:30
Ductless solutions for heating and cooling are gaining in popularity, especially in the NY area. One of the larger factors driving this popularity is the ongoing implementation of increasing… Read More
2023-05-18 08:30
Heat pumps are economical, energy efficient ways to heat and cool your home. And the State of New York is encouraging you to find more green heating and cooling alternatives. So why is every… Read More
2023-05-04 08:30
It is common folk wisdom that cold air is bad for asthma, but is that really true? Many commonly accepted truisms fall apart under scrutiny so let’s put that assertion to the test.
Do… Read More
2023-04-20 08:30
In many (or maybe even most) homes, you’ll find the thermostat in a hallway. Somewhere along the line, builders decided that was where they should be placed to not interfere with the d… Read More
2023-04-06 08:30
We may be heading out of the coldest time of the year here on Long Island, but that doesn’t mean all our chilly days are behind us. Spring can bring its fair share of cold, and fall is… Read More
2023-03-23 08:30
Most people get a programmable thermostat to save on their energy bills, but these three reasons to install a programmable thermostat are better for more than just your wallet.
Is It Worth… Read More
2023-03-09 08:30
Many homeowners on Long Island have basements. Some keep them unfinished (or mostly unfinished) as they’re relegated to storage or maybe where the washer and dryer are kept. Others tak… Read More
2023-02-16 08:30
Geothermal heating has many benefits. In addition to having a low environmental impact, it also has a low operating cost and is expected to last a long time. When comparing a geothermal vers… Read More
2023-02-02 08:30
While the winters on Long Island can bring us some surprisingly warm days here and there, it’s going to get pretty cold overall. We’ll be finding ourselves cranking up our home h… Read More
2023-01-19 08:30
Are you shocked and dismayed every time you open your heating bill? If you’re like most Long Island residents, wintertime brings month after month of ever-increasing energy costs. It&r&hell…Read More
2023-01-05 08:30
Lots of companies claim to put the customer first. At Tragar Home Services, it’s not just talk. Like our customers… we live, work, and play on Long Island. We are a part of the… Read More
2022-12-15 08:30
Sometimes you find spots on your glasses after running the dishwasher or get a soapy feeling on your hands after washing them. That is because your water is “hard”. Hard water is… Read More
2022-12-01 08:30
The days are getting shorter and shorter lately as we head toward another winter. That also means we’re taking out the heavier blankets and bedding – and shutting the windows to… Read More
2022-11-17 08:30
It’s that time of year again! Fall is in the air as the days get shorter and the air gets crisp and chilly. If we have air conditioner units in our windows, we’re taking them out… Read More
2022-11-03 08:30
Controlling the temperature and humidity in your basement is important for your comfort and the overall health of your home. Most basements run 15 degrees cooler than your main level floor a… Read More
2022-10-20 08:30
It finally feels like fall – and soon it will be winter. That means now is the time to start getting your house ready for winter, cold weather, and snowstorms.
When Should I Win… Read More
2022-10-06 08:30
A lot has changed over the years on Long Island in terms of homes on the market. More and more, we’re seeing a house knocked down and two houses being built in its place. It seems like… Read More
2022-09-22 08:30
As we approach the tail-end of summer, we may still be using the air conditioning in our homes fairly regularly throughout the day. While it keeps us and our homes cool, many of us are likel… Read More
2022-09-08 08:30
According to the National Hurricane Center, a hurricane only impacts the New York area every 19 years. Major ones – Category 3 or above – only happen every 74 years. Hurricane Sa… Read More
2022-08-18 08:30
Skyrocketing energy prices combined with an abnormally hot summer can make homeowners cringe when they see the cost of running their air conditioners. But how you react – and what you… Read More
2022-08-04 08:30
Long Island summers can get really hot! It may not get quite as hot as a handful of parts of the country… but depending on the direction your house faces and the kind of doorknob you… Read More
2022-07-21 08:30
While you can’t do anything for the oppressive heat and humidity that exists outside during this time of year, you do have options when it comes to controlling the space inside your ho… Read More
2022-07-07 08:30
It’s that magical time of the year here on Long Island where after we experience a couple of weeks or so of spring weather that we’re hurtled into full-blown summer heat. We&rsqu&hell…Read More
2022-06-23 08:30
A difficult decision that homeowners are often faced with is whether it would be worth the money to add an AC system to their home or – if the home already has one – if it would… Read More
2022-06-09 08:30
Between the tail end of flu season, Asthma Awareness Month, and rising Covid-19 numbers… the issue of air quality is at the forefront of many people’s minds. With so much of the… Read More
2022-05-19 08:30
Many of us will have to deal with allergies in our lives, and if not us personally, someone in our household likely will. That’s because more than 50 million Americans are affected by… Read More
2022-05-05 08:30
Asthma is a chronic illness of our lungs that affects many of us. In fact, asthma affects approximately 25 million people or about 1 in every 13 Americans.
Millions of kids are affected by… Read More
2022-04-21 08:30
New York Governor Kathy Hochul is, as of this writing, finalizing a state budget that includes a ban on natural gas, oil, and other fossil fuel hook-ups in new construction by 2027. The gove… Read More
2022-04-07 08:00
Birds tweeting, sunlight instead of dreary gray days, occasional sensations we remember as warmth. These signal that spring is just around the corner. That means preparing your air condition… Read More
2022-03-24 08:00
The winter isn’t any colder than usual, and the heat is set just like always, but the house still feels cold. Chances are, windows are the problem. Before you start cursing at your HV… Read More
2022-03-10 08:00
When we think about what it takes to get a good night’s sleep, some of the first things that come to mind are whether we have a supportive mattress, comfortable bedding, supportive pi… Read More
2022-02-23 08:00
While space heaters are a common winter appliance, they can also cause a lot of worry and concern. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, home heating devices are the second leading caus… Read More
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