Changing HVAC Air Filters
Seasons are changing and so should your air filters
As summer slowly rolls to a close and everything pumpkin starts to pop up, it’s not only the leaves that need to be changing. Anyone who uses a forced air system to heat and/or air condition their home should change the system air filter.
Air filters should be changed at least every 90 days or 4 times per year. If you’re new to this type of heating/cooling system, you may want to mark your calendar to change the filter at the change of the season. Depending on the type of air handling system you have, how many pets and people, where you live (urban/suburban), and the size of your home, you may want to change the filter more often.
If you only use the air handling system for heat, change the heating system filter before you start the system up. Don’t turn the system on and blow a musty smell throughout your home. Save yourself the hassle of trying to get that smell out of the house.
The hardest part of this process is determining the filter size and then finding it at a local hardware store. The furnace filter is usually located behind the return-air vent or in a slot on the furnace itself. Before you decide the look for or change the filter, turn the furnace off. You are also going to want to have a large garbage bag handy to dispose of the old filter. If you want the particulars of your exact furnace, take a picture of the data plate and search for manufacturer videos.
Regularly changing the filter not only helps keep your air cleaner but also helps your furnace run more efficiently. An efficient running furnace saves you money.
Combined Energy Services offers a variety of furnace service contracts for both oil/kerosene and propane furnaces. Check out the options: Home Heating Oil or Propane
Why Use Propane?
Propane gas or LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) is a convenient, readily accessible energy product that is available for your home or business. It is a powerhouse for all the comforts and necessities you need to operate, and it does its workload effectively and efficiently.
You see, propane just works harder. You can use propane for so many things:
- Heating – cost efficient, environmentally friendly, and safe
- Water Heating – both storage (tank) and on-demand, tankless water heaters
- Cooking – constant temperature without fluctuations
- Drying Clothes – faster drying time with less energy
- Generators – the energy source of choice for standby power
- Fireplaces – no mess but all the ambiance – push of a button convenience
- Outdoor Living – from BBQ grills to pool heaters, propane can do that!
Propane is readily available. According to the US Department of Energy, most of the propane consumed in the United States is produced in North America. Propane is safely used in roughly 50 million American households.
So why use propane? The question really is why wouldn’t you use propane! For a free quote call us at 800-874-1975 or complete the form below.
Convert to Propane
Convert from Home Heating Oil to Propane –
You gain more than just efficiency, you gain Space!
We’ve helped hundreds, if not thousands, of area residents make the switch from home heating oil to clean energy efficient propane gas.
Many times, a switch in heating fuels comes when a furnace or boiler breaks down or is getting towards the end of its functional life. Other times, it’s when there’s an issue with the fuel tanks either age or leaking.
If you have home heating oil tanks in your home, do you realize how much space they take? Two 275-gallon tanks alongside each other consume a whopping 44″ X 60 X 54″. If they are set up end to end, you’re looking at approximately 44″ X 120+” X 27″!
No one has ever said “I have enough storage in my garage or basement”. Gaining all this space back means there might be room for that motorcycle or craft room.
While no one really likes the thought of replacing their heating system, let alone changing fuel type. The pros at Combined Energy Services make the process as easy as possible. From scoping out a place to set a propane tank to sizing and installing a new heating system, the procedure is seamless. Give us a call today at 800-874-1975 or complete the form below and we’ll get you started on gaining back all the useful space.
If you have questions about your service or products we offer, please email info@combinedenergyservices.com Do not leave a service or product question in the comments.
NYPGA 2020 Rebates Available
Act quick – these rebates won’t last!
New York Propane Gas Association (NYPGA) has continued the conversion-replacement rebate program for 2020, using PERC funds to support retention and growth of safe, efficient propane appliances in New York.
The available rebates for New York State residents are:
- Water Heater​​
$250 for converting from another fuel
$100 for replacing an existing propane unit - Boiler/Furnace
$350 for converting from another fuel
$200 for replacing an existing propane unit - Note: Maximum combined rebate is $450
In order to access these funds, the propane customer must submit their documentation through a propane marketer (CES). The rebate form is available here. This form needs to be completed and returned to Combined Energy Services for processing. All required documentation must accompany the form. Customers of Combined Energy Services receive a copy of all of the required paperwork including a copy of their leak test (typically a yellow copy) along with their equipment bill. The safety inspection is provided free of charge if you’re a customer of Combined Energy Services and purchase their propane through CES. Rebate checks are issued directly from the New York Propane Gas Association to the customer.
Changing your furnace or water heater to clean, high efficiency propane gas with Combined Energy Services before 09/30/2020 and you will get…
- Rebate*
- Free oil tank removal
- Free propane tank install
- Free underground gas line up to 50 ft with pressure regulators
- Free leak / safety check**
Annual Clean & Service
Enjoy an Early Bird Discount for Furnace/Boiler Service
You wouldn’t hesitate to clean this child’s face, would you? So why do you hesitate to clean and service the hardest working appliance in your home? Your furnace or boiler keeps your home warm and cozy all winter long, sometimes starting as early as September and often running to the beginning of May. I’ve even been known to turn the heat on in July if it’s been cold and wet just to take the chill out of the house.
Why clean your furnace/boiler? Most furnaces are in a basement, crawl space or utility room. These areas aren’t places that you normally keep dust and dirt free. The average furnace is a magnet for dirt and dust.
Think about changing the oil in your car. You change the filter and oil in the car every 3,000 – 5,000 miles. You get a tune-up, rotate the tires, take it to the car wash, maybe even get the inside detailed. Your furnace has been running for months. Faithfully providing you with heat and perhaps hot water. To keep running at its peak efficiency, it needs yearly maintenance.
A central furnace/boiler’s efficiency is measured by annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE). AFUE is a measure of how efficient the appliance is converting the energy in its fuel to heat over the course of a normal year. The older the furnace, typically, the lower the AFUE. You want your furnace/boiler to run at its peak efficiency. When your heating system isn’t maintained properly, you can expect its efficiency to decrease.
To help encourage you to schedule your annual heating system tune-up, CES is offering a 15% discount off your bill if you have the tune-up completed before May 1st. Keeping your system properly tuned will save you money on fuel usage and extends its life while ensuring dependability next season. Contact us today at 800-874-1975 or complete the form below.
*Note: CES only performs service for our own heating fuel customers.
If you have questions about your service or products we offer, please email info@combinedenergyservices.com Do not leave a service or product question in the comments.
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