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When it comes to electric heating and cooling, the variety of options available can be overwhelming. However, before investing in a new system, it’s important that you understand the different options out there. Considering an all-electric home? Want to move away from fossil fuels? Then, you probably want to learn more about electric heating and cooling options.

To help you out, here’s a breakdown of some popular electric heating and cooling options. First, we look at electric furnaces and central AC. Then, we do a round-up of the pros and cons of electric air source heat pumps. Ready to get help now? Then, contact us at N.E.T.R. Inc. today.

Learn the Truth Behind Common Electric Heating Myths

As a homeowner, you want the best for your home, which includes efficient and effective heating solutions. In a lot of cases, the best answer is an electric heat pump, but some people are afraid to try this technology due to all of the myths surrounding it.

Ready to learn the truth? In this post, we’ll delve into some of the top myths about electric heating and the truth behind them. So, put your doubts aside, and let’s get started.

Changes to Help You Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

All over the country, people are becoming more conscious of their carbon footprints, and they are looking for innovative ways to go green. People are also going green because it’s less expensive to operate efficient appliances. One of the most effective ways to reduce your carbon footprint is through whole home electrification.

What does this mean? Well, in some cases, people start from scratch and build all electric homes. In most cases, however, it involves replacing appliances that run on fossil fuels with electric ones.

In cold climates like New England, little portable heaters are a staple for many homeowners. They’re cheap to buy and provide a lot of heat fast, but that’s about where the benefits end.

These small electric heaters are much more dangerous than people give them credit for and can cause many more problems than they solve. Here’s why and how N.E.T.R., Inc. can help you switch to an energy-efficient, long-term heating solution.

As Boston’s winters get colder, the last thing you want to do is play on-and-off with your heating system. While short cycling is a common problem, especially in New England’s charming older houses, it’s one that needs to be addressed as soon as possible.

Here’s what to know about heater short cycling and how N.E.T.R., Inc. can help you find practical solutions so you can stay warm all winter long.

Heating your home in the winter isn’t always as easy as flipping a switch. To get the most out of your system, it’s important to understand and apply a few critical things. Test your knowledge here and see how N.E.T.R., Inc. can help you get energy-efficient heating for less.

As winter temperatures get more unpredictable, getting reliable, energy-efficient heating becomes critical for homeowners. Heat pumps have long been providers of the cleanest, most affordable home heating for decades, but which one is the best? Below, take a look at three ductless mini split brands that N.E.T.R., Inc. uses and the top features of each.

As fall turns to winter, the temperatures are getting colder, but you still have time to schedule a fall maintenance appointment for your HVAC equipment. Whether you schedule in early fall or not til the end of the season, this is an ideal time for a system check-up. Here’s why.

A net zero home produces the same amount of energy as it consumes. When you subtract the energy used from the energy created, you get zero (or even a negative number in some cases). It’s called net zero because it uses zero energy once you take into account the energy it creates.

High-quality mini splits come with advanced filtration systems that protect the health of your indoor air. Wondering how the filters work? Then contact us at N.E.T.R., Inc. to talk about the best filter for your new ductless HVAC system. Or, keep reading for an overview of the essentials.