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Learn more about insulation, HVAC, heat pumps and making your home more comfortable and energy efficiency from the Wise experts at Wise Home Energy.
New York Home Performance & HVAC Incentives for 2025
As we enter the new year, New York homeowners have several opportunities to save money on energy efficiency and comfort improvements. With incentives like NYSERDA rebates, heat pump tax credits, and local utility programs, home upgrades are more affordable than ever....
What’s the Best Insulation for My Attic?
As one of the most common areas of energy loss in Greater Rochester homes, attics are one of the most important areas to insulate. But with so many insulation materials to choose from, it can be difficult to know what type of insulation is best for your home. Wise...
The Essential Home Efficiency & HVAC Checklist for Fall
The crisp fall weather in the Greater Rochester area marks the perfect time to prepare your home for the colder months ahead. It’s the ideal shoulder season to tackle essential home efficiency and HVAC tasks that will keep your home comfortable, energy-efficient, and...
Top 3 Heat Pump Myths: Busted
Heat pumps have been making waves throughout the Greater Rochester area in recent years. Known for their all-electric operation and the ability to provide both home heating and cooling, they’ve quickly become the go-to HVAC system throughout New York. However, despite...
Heat Pump Mythbuster
Heat pumps are a popular choice for Greater Rochester homes, but there are a few common misconceptions about them that could use clearing up. 1: Heat pumps don’t just heat, they can cool as well, bringing you year-round comfort. 2: Modern heat pumps are...
Upgrading to an Energy Efficient Home
Wise Home Energy can help you save energy or go all-electric in your Greater Rochester home with our full-service home upgrades. Our team of experts will start with an energy audit to find out exactly what your home needs to be more efficient, comfortable, and...
Why is My Upstairs So Hot?
Local temperatures have already surpassed 100 degrees this year and it’s only July! How is your home comfort holding up? The Greater Rochester area is known for its hot and humid summers, but unfortunately that can make maintaining indoor temperatures a challenge for...
Why Insulation Is Important in the Summer
The temperatures are steadily rising here in Greater Rochester and many homeowners are looking for ways to stay cool and comfortable this coming summer. While insulation is known for its ability to keep you warm during the winter months, it also provides many...
How to Prepare Your AC for Summer
Though it hasn’t felt much like it lately, summer is just around the corner. Before we know it, it’ll be time to turn on our cooling systems for the first time this year (if you haven’t already). Is your air conditioner ready to take on the heat...
Tips for Improved Indoor Air Quality This Spring
Allergy season is upon us here in the Greater Rochester area and you may be struggling to find relief—even in your own homes! However, if you’re experiencing increased allergy symptoms while inside, there’s a chance the problem isn’t you, but your indoor air quality...
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