by TheOlearTeam | Nov 6, 2020 | Appliances
As we enjoy the last few weeks of nicer weather, it is also time to ready our homes for the coming snow. One of the most important home maintenance precautions to take before the cold sets in is to ensure your water heater is in tip top condition. Check the...
by Michael Olear | Nov 9, 2012 | Appliances, Buffalo Weather
?I have a question about furnace tune-ups. You say get one every year ? is that really necessary? What do the HVAC guys actually do to the furnace to ?tune? it up? There?s no spark plugs to replace like a car tune-up, and my understanding is they basically vacuum out...
by Michael Olear | Jul 13, 2012 | Appliances
Heating up water costs up to 30% of our home energy consumption costs– but a new generation of boilers could change all of that. ?For budget and eco-conscious homeowners, tankless boilers are practical and smart: whereas traditional boilers are constantly...
by Michael Olear | Jul 2, 2012 | Appliances, Buffalo Weather
Because this past weekend was so warm, New York state gave air conditioners to low income families through the LIHEAP program.? Politicians in Albany and DC believe that giving away the ACs was a necessary safety measure for anyone with preexisting health problems.?...
by Michael Olear | Apr 23, 2012 | Appliances
Sometimes, buying cheaper isn’t always better– in some cases, it can be downright risky.? While you may not expect these everyday household items to be a health hazard, research has found that germs and disease cling to parts of your home you...
by Michael Olear | Feb 9, 2012 | Appliances, Buffalo Weather, Upgrades
Buffalo is known nationally for its snow and cold: residents know that at any time, a snow storm can come out of nowhere and hit them hard.? The 2006 October storm is proof of that– trees and power lines were knocked down by wind, heavy snow, and ice.? Since...
