September brings cooler mornings and shorter days, which means it won’t be long before Pennsylvania homeowners turn on the heat for the first time in months. Before you adjust the thermostat, a little preparation can help your heating system operate efficiently and reduce the chance......
When you think about microplastics, you probably think about plastic bottles, food packaging, or pollution in our oceans. But tiny plastic particles can also become airborne—and some may be circulating inside your home. Microplastics can come from everyday household materials, including synthetic carpeting, clothing, upholstered......
The hottest days of summer may not be completely behind us, but August is a good time to start thinking about the season ahead. After months of running your air conditioner, dealing with humidity, and keeping your home comfortable through the summer heat, your HVAC......
When summer temperatures arrive, your heating system is probably the last thing on your mind. However, the warmer months are one of the best times to inspect your heating oil tank and prepare your home for the next heating season. Checking your tank now gives......
Does your first floor feel perfectly comfortable while your upstairs feels hot and stuffy? If you’re constantly adjusting the thermostat or relying on fans to keep your second floor cool, you’re not alone. Uneven temperatures are one of the most common complaints homeowners have during......
When most homeowners think about summer comfort, they focus on temperature. However, humidity often has an even bigger impact on how your home feels. Even if your thermostat says 72 degrees, high humidity can make your home feel warmer, stickier, and far less comfortable. Excess......
Summer storms can knock out power faster than many homeowners expect. Between heat waves, strong thunderstorms, lightning, and overloaded electrical grids, outages are becoming more common throughout the Philadelphia Main Line and surrounding Pennsylvania communities. While most people immediately think about losing air conditioning, a......
Choosing the right size air conditioner isn’t just about staying cool—it directly impacts your energy costs, comfort, and how long your system lasts. At D.E. Duffey & Sons, we often see homeowners dealing with systems that are either too large or too small, leading to......
As temperatures start to rise in Pennsylvania, your air conditioning system is about to work overtime. The last thing you want is for your AC to struggle—or break down—on the first hot day of the year. A quick pre-summer check can help you avoid costly......
As temperatures begin to rise, many homeowners wait until the first hot day to turn on their air conditioning—only to find it’s not working properly. At D.E. Duffey & Sons, we recommend testing your AC system early in the spring to make sure it’s ready......