Why Energy Efficiency Matters When Choosing A Cooling SystemWhen it’s time to replace your air conditioner or heat pump, one of the most important factors to consider is energy efficiency. The efficiency of an HVAC system will impact the comfort of your home, and more importantly the energy bills. If your system is inefficient, it’s going to end up costing...
Using Rebates To Save Money On AC ReplacementReplacing your air conditioner is a big investment, and many homeowners don’t realize there are multiple rebates and incentives that can significantly reduce the cost of installation. Luckily for homeowners in our area of PA, we know the ins and outs of saving money when it comes to replacing your HVAC system. At John...
Does Routine Maintenance For Your HVAC System Save You Money?For many homes, the HVAC system is one of the most important components of the house. It keeps you warm in the winter, cool in the summer, and has a huge impact on your energy bills. Because of this, we can't stress enough how important it is to schedule routine maintenance,...
Why Is One Room In My House Always Cold? Do you have that one room in your house that never seems to stay warm? In lots of cases, it’s a bedroom or a finished basement that doesn’t ever get as warm as it should, and tends to be a chilly place in the winter. In our area of PA, homes are very...
What Is An ERV System? Fresh Air For Your HomeAn ERV system stands for Energy Recovery Ventilator System. ERV systems provide fresh air while recovering energy from the exhaust air. This helps keep the air fresh, while minimizing the energy loss. This system helps to improve indoor air quality without sacrificing too much in the ways of lost cool or...
Emergency Furnace Replacement In Bryn Mawr, PAWe have seen some extremely cold temperatures in our area of PA recently, and for this Bryn Mawr homeowner, that also came with some furnace problems. Their heat stopped working, and even worse, it happened over the weekend when most HVAC contractors are closed. Luckily, John Cipollone Inc. provides emergency heating service on the...
Is A Heat Pump Right For My Pennsylvania Home?In our area of Pennsylvania, we experience all four seasons: Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall. With each of these seasons, we see some very different weather, with snow and cold in the winter, and heat waves during the summer. When considering an upgrade to your home's HVAC system, you're looking for reliability,...
Ductless Mini Splits VS Space HeatersDuring the coldest months of the year, you want to come home to a warm, cozy space. The problem is, not every space in the home is always comfortable. We talk to lots of homeowners who say they still use space heaters to compensate for different parts of the house. There may be some cold...
Most Common Problems For A Heating SystemThe winter cold has arrived here in Pennsylvania, which means you are most likely running your heating system all the time. Whether you use a boiler, gas furnace, oil furnace, or a heat pump, problems with your HVAC system can cause comfort issues and cost you lots of money. In this article, we want...
Making Your Home More Energy Efficient In 2026One of the common goals we hear our customers talk about all the time is becoming more energy efficient. When your home or business is energy efficient, it helps to keep the energy bills down and make your space more environmentally friendly. As a trusted HVAC contractor in Pennsylvania, we strive to make sure...
Preparing Your Home For The Holidays (HVAC Edition)The cold has started to hit us hard here in southeastern Pennsylvania, and this is the time of year when we start to get ready for the holidays. Between Thanksgiving, Christmas and the New Year, you want to make your home comfortable and conserve money on energy bills in the process. This means...
How To Choose A Heating Oil ProviderHeating oil is one of the most reliable and long-standing ways of heating homes in Pennsylvania. In our area, Havertown, Upper Darby, Delaware County, and the surrounding neighborhoods, oil heating is prevalent. Many of these homes are older and were built with oil-burning furnaces that keep the house comfortable during the frigid winter months....
Case Study: Converting A Broomall Home From Oil To Gas HeatingFor almost three decades, this Broomall homeowner has trusted us here at John Cipollone Inc. to keep her home comfortable and efficient. She first became a customer back in 1996, when she inherited her family home from her mother. When she first moved in, she had to replace the heating...
How To Improve Your Indoor Air Quality This Winter (2025) Breathing clean, healthy air has become increasingly important as we learn more about how it impacts our health. During the winter, when we have the windows closed and spend the majority of our time indoors, breathing clean air at home becomes even more important to staying healthy and feeling good! We’ve been...
Replacing Your Heating System Before 2026The fall has arrived, and the weather is already starting to cool down. Right now is one of the most popular times of the year to replace your heating system. This year, there are a few financial incentives to having your heating system replaced before the new year, most centered around tax credits and rebates. John...
Comfort Tips For Your Home This Fall (2025) Every time the seasons change, it’s nice to reset, and get yourself ready for the next season. This could mean spring cleaning, buying new snow removal equipment, or getting the pool ready for the summer. Every season has its own set of challenges and tasks to complete in order to make your home...
Does Your Air Conditioner Lower Humidity? Yes, your air conditioner does lower the humidity in your home. That’s the simple answer. There’s a bit more that goes into it, and in this article, we’ll tell you more about what humidity is, and how to stop it from making you uncomfortable in the summer! I’ve been working with air conditioning systems...
The 3 Most Common Ductless Mini Splits One of the most energy efficient and popular types of HVAC systems we have available today are ductless mini split systems, but did you know that there are 3 different types of indoor units? We have been installing ductless mini splits for years, and have seen homeowners elect for different types of indoor...
How The Big Beautiful Bill Impacts HVAC Tax Credits In 2026 If you're considering upgrading your HVAC system, it is a good idea to get it done in 2025. Homeowners who want to improve their home’s heating and cooling, and take advantage of federal tax credits for installing high-efficiency heat pumps, furnaces, or air conditioners, have a chance to save...
Common Air Conditioner Problems And Solutions During the hottest months of the year, it’s normal to experience issues with your air conditioning system. This is when it has to work the hardest, and it’s the most common time for problems to occur. In this article, we are going to go over some of the most common air conditioner problems. John...
Tips To Get Your Home Ready For Summer The changing of the seasons means you need to prepare for different weather conditions, and make sure your home is ready! In this article, we are going to go over some steps and tips to get your home ready for the summer. Even though every home is a bit different, most of...
5 Reasons Why You Should Schedule Air Conditioner Service Scheduling air conditioner service is a simple way to ensure you are getting the most out of your air conditioner. Unfortunately, it’s something that a lot of homeowners overlook, which can lead to cooling issues, high energy bills, and a shortened system lifespan. We have been working in the Havertown area...
The Best Air Conditioning Systems In 2025 Choosing a new air conditioning system for your home is a big decision. It has a direct effect on your home comfort, and your energy bills as well. These systems last for over a decade, and it’s crucial that when you decide to upgrade your home’s cooling system, you choose the right AC...
Signs You Have An Old Air Conditioner An air conditioner is a key component of your home that keeps you comfortable during the summer. These systems can last for years, and have a major impact on two things: Your home comfort and your energy bills. As the system gets older, it can become less efficient and struggle to keep the...
How To Prevent High Energy Bills From Your Air Conditioner One of the best feelings in the summer is walking from the heat and humidity into a cool, air conditioned home. Conversely, one of the more frustrating feelings is seeing the energy bill once the summer heat has made you run the air conditioner for a month. It’s inevitable that...
When Should I Replace My Air Conditioner? (2025) Deciding to replace your air conditioner isn’t always easy. It’s a big decision for your home, and an investment that is going to play a critical role in your home comfort and energy bills for the next decade or so. It’s also not always obvious that it’s time to replace your air...
What Are The Benefits Of Zoned Air Conditioning? Zoned air conditioning is when you are able to control cooling in different parts of the house independently. Traditionally with a central heating or cooling system, you set the thermostat, and the entire house is set to that temperature. It’s what most people are used to, and has been the source of...
Replacing Your Air Conditioner In 2025: What To Consider As the weather starts to warm up, it becomes a popular time to replace an air conditioner. During the spring, before the summer heat really kicks in is a great time to get your air serviced, or replaced if needed. If you are thinking about replacing your air conditioner in 2025,...
When Should You Order Heating Oil? Heating oil has been used for hundreds of years. It’s a reliable, and safe way to heat your home. In Havertown and the surrounding parts of PA, John Cipollone Inc. has been delivering heating oil since 1953. We have installed, repaired, and maintained oil furnaces, and know everything you need to know about oil...
5 Tips For Your Heating System In Extremely Cold Weather The weather can get very cold in our area of Pennsylvania. Towns like Rosemont, Ardmore, and Media can see the temperatures drop into the single digits when it starts to get really frigid, like it is this week. It’s important to stay warm in these dangerously cold conditions, and we...
How A Dehumidifier Improves Home Comfort In The SummerOne of the most uncomfortable aspects of the Summer weather is the increased humidity. It makes the air feel hot, sticky, muggy, etc. There are a lot of negative feelings that come along with high humidity. Luckily for homeowners, dehumidifiers improve home comfort in the summer. We have been working with homeowners in...
How Your HVAC Systems Affects Your Energy BillsHeating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems are what keep you warm in the winter, cool in the summer, and comfortable all year long. In the process of creating this warm or cool air, your HVAC systems consume energy. This ends up having a very big impact on your monthly energy bills. We have...
What Humidity Level Should My Home Be At?Humidity is one of the most important aspects of your home comfort. You know in the Summer that one of the worst parts about the heat is the humidity. You know that hot, sticky, thick air you feel in the Summer? That’s humidity right there. In the Summer the humidity rises, and in the...
Is Your Old Air Conditioner Costing You Money?It's the time of year where we turn our air conditioners on, and may not turn them off for few months. Many homeowners, however, may not realize that their old AC unit could be costing them significantly more money than they think. Most people think they are saving money by using an old...
Using A Ductless Mini Split To Fix A Hot SpotWe come across many homes in Delco and the Montgomery County areas where there is a room or two that never seem to stay cool in the summer. They will have hot spots that can't ever get comfortable. Hot spots, or areas in the home that seem perpetually too warm or...
Cleaning The Filters Of Your Ductless Mini SplitEvery HVAC system requires some sort of service. You should schedule a professional service at least once a year, but in the meantime there are things you can do to keep up with your HVAC system. In this article, we are going to go over cleaning the filters of your ductless mini split...
What Is Zoned Air Conditioning?Zoned air conditioning refers to an AC system that allows for different areas or "zones" within a home or building to be cooled at different temperatures. Zoned heating is also available too. There are a few ways you can zone your HVAC system.One of the ways to zone your HVAC system is to install multiple thermostats...
4 Signs It Is Time To Upgrade Your AC SystemNow that the weather is starting to warm up, it's almost time to turn the air conditioner (AC) on in our homes and businesses. You may be thinking this is the year you want to upgrade your AC system. A well functioning AC system will keep your space cool and comfortable,...
What Is The Best Time Of Year For AC Service?Whenever the weather starts to warm up, it's easy to start getting excited for the summer, BBQs, and going to the beach for a few days. One of the things homeowners and businesses should also be thinking about is their air conditioning! Regular AC service is not only essential for ensuring...
Greg, a homeowner in Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania, recognized the need to upgrade the heating and cooling systems in his rental property. The oil boiler and radiator heating system still provided adequate heat for the home, but persistent cold spots forced the tenants to use space heaters on colder days. Concerned about tenant comfort, safety, and high energy bills, Greg embarked...
Why Humidity Is Important In The WinterHere at John Cipollone Inc., we often get questions from our customers about the right level of humidity for their home. The humidity level, which correlates to the amount of moisture in the air, affects indoor air quality. If you have too much moisture in the air, you could get mold or mildew in...
How To Improve The Indoor Air Quality Of Your HomeBreathing in clean, healthy air has become so much more important in recent years. Well, it’s always been important, but in 2024 , it’s something that people think about and consider more often. Indoor air quality directly impacts our health, comfort, and even can impact the belongings and fixtures in your...
5 Reasons To Service Your FurnaceHaving your furnace serviced is one of the best ways to make sure you are getting the most out of your heating system. Just like having your car serviced every few months, your furnace should be serviced regularly as well. I’ve been working in the Havertown, PA area for 20+ years, servicing furnaces, repairing furnaces, and...
Whether you have an unfinished cellar for storage or a fully-finished man cave or rec room for a basement, cooling is a must in the summertime. Even if you’re not down there too often, air conditioning affects your comfort and air quality throughout the rest of your house. Now, if we’re being more specific: The time of year you need...
Havertown, PA is home to hundreds of beautiful older homes. It’s not a stretch to say they don’t make them like they used to, and you can tell by the timeless architecture. Not only in our little town, but across Delaware County, on the Main Line, and in parts of MontCo. One common feature is a dormer or full third...
Mini splits run nearly all the time. But, unlike forced-air systems, they don’t use nearly as much energy. That’s because ductless heating and cooling systems use low-power modes that maintain the temperature without clicking on and off all the time. Here at John Cipollone, we sell a lot of ductless systems to homeowners in Havertown, PA, the Main Line, and...
If you leave your air filter in your furnace for too long, it can eventually get so dirty that the unit stops working completely. You should change your filter every month. After a while, it becomes clogged. Of course, it takes a while before a dirty filter causes the furnace to shut off completely. And, you’ll notice plenty of warning...
The MERV rating in your air filter determines the size of the particles that it can trap. The higher the rating, the smaller items the filter prevents from passing through your HVAC system. You can upgrade from the standard rating but can’t go too high on a residential unit. This item, also called a furnace filter, is an essential part...
Changing the furnace filter in your home every month gives you the best results regarding air quality and circulation through your home. Switching out the filter is inexpensive, easy, and you can do it yourself once you know where to find it. Keeping a clean filter or screen in your HVAC makes a big difference. But many people tend to...
A water heater leaks from the bottom often because it’s rusted. Or, there’s a leak — usually from a bad installation. Most times, a leak from the bottom means you need a new unit. But, if you catch it early enough, there’s a chance you can avoid an emergency replacement. In this article, we’ll go over: Why A Water Heater...
Having a working heater is a necessity in the dead of winter. When you find out that yours isn't working, there's no time to waste getting it fixed. That makes emergency furnace repair an easy target for scammers. In particular, we're talking about the "cracked heat exchanger" scam. It's a ruse that can end up costing you thousands of dollars....
In this article, we’ll review six common reasons why your heater won’t turn on when the weather gets cold. They range from simple DIY fixes to bigger problems that require a professional. Going without heat can be more than just uncomfortable. You also run the risks of your pipes freezing if it stays too cold for too long. Or, if the...
The room sensors for the ecobee smart thermostat work by taking readings from different parts of your house and using some or all of them to regulate the temperature. You can choose which ones to use at any time using the ecobee app, or let the system decide how best to treat your home. This feature is one of the...
Ecobee Smart Home is an Ecobee smart thermostat feature. It recognizes when someone is in the house when you’re scheduled to be away and adjusts the climate accordingly. It’s the flipside to Smart Away, which is the system recognizing that no one is home when someone’s expected to be there. It seems like we call anything with a touch screen...
For the perfect balance of comfort and energy efficiency in the winter, set your thermostat to 68 degrees Fahrenheit during the day. You can save another 10 percent on your utility expenses by dropping it another 8 degrees when you’re sleeping. It sounds great, but the reality is that you may be tempted to turn up the thermostat a few...
There’s a lot to consider when it comes to this year’s flu season. Along with influenza, we’re also dealing with a pandemic and giving a lot more thought to indoor air quality in general. This all happens because it’s easier to spread diseases in the cold weather than when it’s warm outside. It’s why we worry about the flu more...
Fall is here! Those first few chilly nights mean blankets, sweaters, and … a blast of frigid air from your vents?! That's not right! There are a few reasons why the heating and cooling system in your Havertown, PA home is blowing cold air. You can fix some of them yourself. Others will require a call for furnace repair. Either...
Using an air filter in your commercial HVAC system is nothing new. Whether you’ve been handling the maintenance yourself or having professionals handle it a few times a year, someone’s changing out that screen every few weeks in your Havertown, PA building. But, in 2020, there’s much more to consider. Indoor air quality’s an important topic as the weather gets...
It seems like oil heat is out of fashion these days. As developers put gas lines into more and more neighborhoods in the suburbs and rural areas, there’s less reliance on a gas tank and deliveries to keep your home warm and your stove cooking. But, there are still some significant advantages to keeping — or even converting to —...
Is spring cleaning a hassle? How about when all that dust builds up for months and months in the winter? It’s not your imagination: There’s more dust and tiny debris piling up during the months when you keep the heat on and the windows closed. Fortunately, you can prevent this from happening in your Havertown, PA home — and your...
The average home heating and cooling system in Havertown, PA, homes require standard one-inch furnace filters. The length and width depend on the model of the furnace. However, if you’re addressing respiratory problems, health concerns, or odors, you’ll want to consider other options. In your heating and cooling system, the filter or screen traps small particles that you don’t want...
As we all navigate business reopenings and indoor air quality this fall, it’s important to consider where humidity fits into all of this. It may not seem like the hottest of topics. But, it should be part of your “cleanest indoor air on the block” plan because the amount of moisture in the air affects virus transmission. If you haven’t...
As businesses in Havertown, PA — and across the country — reopen little by little, the heating and cooling systems in these buildings can do more than keep people comfortable. They can also keep them safe. And, fresh air can be a key component to making that happen. Here’s what we know as of August of 2020: There’s a good...
You probably don’t think much about your air conditioner after Labor Day. When it starts getting chilly, it’s time for a heater tune-up to get ready for the temperature drop. Once you’re done with your central air, the last step should be to winterize it before the cold really comes in. In this article, we’ll explain what we mean by winterizing...
Today’s heat pump HVAC systems provide warmth when the outside temperature is negative 13 degrees and cooling when it’s in the triple digits during the summer. Not every model can provide heating in temps that low. That depends on the model you choose and how you plan to use it. Heat pumps are quickly becoming a popular alternative to conventional,...
Even as reports and statistics change and the latest science gets updates, one thing seems certain: Improving indoor air quality is becoming an important topic, especially for bars and restaurants — and investing in an air purifier now may be crucial. As businesses slowly reopen, people will need to feel safe and comfortable eating indoors, especially as the weather gets...
Your air conditioner should turn on and off two or three times an hour, and stay on for ten to fifteen minutes each time. Short-cycling is when it keeps turning on and off more often, or doesn’t stay on very long. That’s a sign there’s something wrong. In some cases, you can get to the bottom of a short-cycling problem...
While ductless mini splits offer quiet, efficient, and comfortable cooling and heating, they don’t bring in fresh air from outside. Like conventional HVAC systems, they circulate the air that’s already inside your home. But, they work a little differently than the setups you’re used to. We hear questions like these more and more often in 2020. Indoor air quality is...
Once the summer hits, you need an AC that’s ready for battle. Otherwise, you’re in for hot, sticky days and sweaty, sleepless nights. But, what if you turn on your air conditioner and then realize it’s not cooling the house? Maybe you’re not getting any air circulation. Or, the air is coming through, but it’s warm or weak. There’s a...
In our last article, we discussed considering a Carrier Infinity air conditioner if your old AC breaks down over the summer. This time, we’re looking at another benefit they offer: improved indoor air quality. IAQ is becoming more and more critical. A few years ago, the EPA released a study revealing that Americans spent 90 percent of their time indoors....
If you think summers in Southeastern PA are getting hotter, you're right. Just check out the average temperatures each year right here in Havertown, PA. That means a lot of extra work for your air conditioner. If yours is old, then it may be on its last legs. It's most likely to break down in the middle of a heatwave:...
Good air purifiers are worth the cost because they dramatically improve your indoor air quality. They get rid of everything from pollen and mold to pet dander, volatile organic compounds, and more. The health benefits from cleaner air are especially important to people with COPD or allergy and asthma problems. The advantages of clearing out indoor air pollution are more important...
Indoor air quality is especially important in the summer. It’s the season where we keep our windows closed and run the air conditioner. The cooling makes us comfortable, but the lack of fresh air circulating around makes the air less healthy. Fortunately, there are ways to fix that problem while still keeping your AC on. And, one of the best...
Humidity plays a significant role in home comfort. Too much in the summer and you’ll feel too hot. Too little in the winter, and you’ll suffer from dry skin and itchy eyes, maybe even nosebleeds. So, it’s important to keep your home’s relative humidity between 40 and 60 percent all the time. What makes that difficult is that the amount...
Indoor air quality is a huge issue in 2020. People stayed inside far more than usual for the first half of the year, and as the weather gets warmer, things are only becoming more uncertain. Science points to a decline in the spread of viruses during the warmer months. High humidity has a lot to do with that. But, research...
If you’re getting a new AC, get the most powerful one. That way, your home is always cool and comfortable, right? Wrong. Bigger is certainly not better when it comes to your home’s HVAC system. Instead, it’s more of a Goldilocks situation: You want the one that’s just right. Most people intuitively know that an undersized system won’t be strong...
It’s almost summer, and the temperatures are rising. Finally, you make the switch! You close all the windows and turn on the air conditioner. But something’s wrong! Your AC is running but not cooling. You hear the unit working. But, there’s no air coming through the vents. Or, maybe there is, but the air is warm. There are a few...
Five Easy Ways to Lower Humidity in Your Havertown, PA Home This Summer Humidity is a big deal in the summer: Warm air is naturally more humid than cold air, and that sticky feeling makes you even more hot and uncomfortable. Even with an air conditioner going, all that extra moisture can still be a problem. And, it can affect...
Four Tools to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality In Havertown, PA This Summer Indoor air quality has been a growing concern for homeowners, especially in the summer. That’s when you get a combination of problems, including pollen and humidity. Today, Americans spend around 90 percent of their time indoors. And, this year, it’s probably even more as we stay home...
Four Signs Your Central Air Conditioner May Need to Be Replaced Are you ready for summer? How about your central air? The last thing you want is to lose your air conditioning during the hottest months of the year. But, that's when it's most likely to break down: When it's working its hardest. Fortunately, cooling systems usually don't just stop...
Working From (Your) Home: How HVAC Techs Work During Quarantine Along with healthcare workers, HVAC companies are among the small handful of essential businesses staying open to the public with stay-at-home orders in place. And, they’re not working from their home: They’re working in yours. Heating and cooling technicians are unique even in these unprecedented times: Unlike, say, most healthcare...
Six Easy Ways to Get Your Furnace Ready for Summer Near Havertown, PA Wait, get your furnace ready for summer? Don’t you mean your air conditioner? Well, an AC tune-up is a great idea in the spring. But, in this article, we’re talking about your heating system. A little bit of preparation as the weather gets warm means it’ll be...
Why Does My Mini Split Smell Funny? Three Common Causes in Havertown, PA The funny smell coming from your mini split is rarely caused by what you think is causing it. Yes, you can usually pinpoint the problem based on the exact odor you notice. But, the smell you’re describing isn’t what you’ll find. So, when we get calls about...
Why Is My AC Only Blowing Warm Air? Can I Fix it Myself? The reason your air conditioner is only blowing warm air can be anything from a small, easy-to-fix item to a more significant problem. In this article, we’ll outline four common reasons why this happens. You can fix two yourself, but the others require a professional. And, we’ll...
Four Reasons Your Air Conditioner Smells Bad A strange, strong, or generally bad smell from your air conditioner is a sign something’s wrong. The scent could resemble gunpowder, urine, rotten eggs, or stale socks. Possibilities for it include: Coolant Leaks Mold or Mildew Organic Waste Electrical Issues Each year, people rely more and more on their central air conditioners to...
Guide: COVID 19, Air Purifiers and Air Conditioning in Havertown, PA [Update 2023] Now that we are mostly through the pandemic, we wanted to update you on how you can continue to keep your home clean and healthy in 2023 and beyond. We have some advice and tips on the best products and practices to keep your home healthy and...
The Best Ways to Add Air Conditioning to a Basement in Havertown, PA? At Cipollone, we usually recommend a ductless cooling system to add air conditioning to basements in Havertown, PA. But, they’re not the only option, and there are other steps you should take to make it comfortable. A finished basement adds value and more living space to your...
What And Air Conditioner Tune-Up Is (And Why It’s Worth The Money) Spring is when you start seeing advertisements for air conditioner tune-ups and preventative maintenance. They’re everywhere, from billboards to YouTube. But is the service actually worth the money? And, what is it, anyway? The short answers are: A tune up is a preventative maintenance visit where a licensed,...
Add Heating To a Third-Floor Room In Your Havertown, PA Home One of the most common problems we see in the winter is a particular room that doesn't stay as warm as the rest of the house. This could be a bedroom, finished attic, or maybe even a spot in the basement. When it comes to homes in Havertown, Radnor,...
As part of the New Year, a lot of people like to make changes, resolutions, and take steps to improve their lives in 2020. Here are a few things you can do around your home that will help keep you more comfortable this decade than any before! Add A Humidifier In the winter, the air becomes VERY DRY. The low...