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Your water heater is an important part of your home’s function – but it’s also one of the biggest energy draws. In fact, the Department of Energy estimates that a household water heater accounts for as much as 20% of a home’s energy bill.

Here are some handy tips to help you maximize the efficiency of your water heater and reduce your overall home energy costs.

A wall-mounted AC mounts to your wall, and it releases heat and humidity through a vent in the wall or through refrigerant lines that run to an outdoor compressor. Traditional wall-mounted ACs are all-in-one units that work similarly to window ACs. Ductless heat pump wall-mounted ACs connect to an outdoor compressor, and they are quieter, more efficient, and more effective than an all-in-one wall-mounted AC.

Wondering what is a wall-mounted AC? Then, you’ve come to the right place. Here’s an overview of this type of equipment. To get help installing or servicing an AC right now, contact us at N.E.T.R., Inc today. 

Across the Northeast, home and business owners are embracing ductless heat pumps at very high rates. Contrary to popular belief, this part of the country consumes 40% of the ductless HVAC market share, while the south only accounts for about 20% of the purchases in this category. That’s surprising because traditionally people think of heat pumps as technology for moderate climates — however, that’s no longer the case.

Wondering why so many of your friends and neighbors are embracing heat pump technology in Massachusetts and the surrounding states? Take a look at what’s driving the increase.

Heating and cooling costs are one of the most significant operating expenses for commercial buildings. To ensure your system runs as efficiently as possible, you need to choose your HVAC contractor carefully. Wondering what to consider? Then, keep these tips in mind as you look for a commercial HVAC contractor.

To get help now, contact us at N.E.T.R., Inc today. We have extensive experience helping commercial HVAC clients with installation, service, and repairs.

Smoke from Canadian wildfires has been filling the skies in the Northeast for weeks, and it appears to have no signs of abating. The smoke has changed the color of the sky, but it also poses health risks to people and in high concentrations can lead to coughing, dizziness, headaches, and other health concerns. For people with allergies and pre-existing respiratory problems, the risk is heightened.

Unfortunately, while you can’t make the problem go away, there are several steps you can take to reduce the amount of smoke in your home. Consider the following.

Zoning changes passed at the beginning of 2021 stand to increase the number of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) in Massachusetts. The new standards allow municipalities to pass laws that allow homeowners to build ADUs that are up to half of the size of the main dwelling on the property or a maximum of 900 square feet.

If you’re considering adding an ADU, you may be wondering how to cool it. Ductless ACs are the ideal option for the following reasons.

A small condo can be homey and cozy, but during the hot summer days, it can be stifling and uncomfortable. Luckily, you can add cooling to your condo, but before doing so, you should consider the following tips.

Want to be more comfortable as soon as possible? Then, contact us at NETR, Inc today. We have extensive experience helping people install AC in all kinds of homes including condos. 

Massachusetts has the second oldest median home age of any state in the country. Over half of the homes in the state were built before 1962, about a decade before central AC became popular. Many people, of course, live in homes that are significantly older than that, and they face unique challenges when they decide to add air conditioning.

Thinking about adding AC to your older home? Typically, ductless AC is the best option. Take a look at the advantages. To get help now, contact us at NETR, Inc today.

The advantages of ductless heating and cooling are clear, and if you’ve decided that you want a ductless AC, you may be wondering how it’s going to be installed. So that you know what to expect, we’ve put together this guide to installing wall-mounted ductless ACs. It outlines the installation process. Then, it answers several FAQs about wall-mounted AC installation.

Thinking about getting a wall-mounted AC? Want to talk to a specialist about the installation process now? Then, contact us at N.E.T.R., Inc today.

If you live in an old apartment complex, you may be all too familiar with the heating problems that can come along with it. From high heating bills to energy efficiency issues to maintenance and repair needs, there are a lot of potential issues that can arise.

Fortunately, there’s a solution. Below, learn more about common heating problems in old apartment complexes and how switching to ductless HVAC can resolve them.