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What is a “Heat Pump” or “Hybrid” Water Heater and How Does It Work?

What exactly is a heat pump water heater? Find out what this is and how it can help your home be more efficient.

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Save More Under the Inflation Reduction Act with a High-Efficiency HVAC Tax Credit

Save money on green home improvements under the Inflation Reduction Act. Learn how here.

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How Heat Pumps Work in Our Area

Could a heat pump save you money while effectively heating and cooling your home? Read this article to find out.

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Federal Tax Credits & Rebates for High-Efficiency Heat PumpsTest

Incentives are about to be made available to help residents make easier and more financially attractive transitions to clean energy. Learn more now.

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What is the HOMES Rebate Program?

Starting in 2023 is a new rebates program providing more than $4 billion to residents to make their homes more energy efficient. Read about this program and how it could impact you.

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How Long Do AC Units Last?

How long do air conditioning units typically last? Let’s get into it here.

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Oil vs. Gas Heating: Cost, Efficiency, and How to Convert

What costs more for heating your home: natural gas or oil? And how much does it cost to convert from oil heat to gas? Read on to learn more.

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Are HVAC Maintenance Plans Worth It?

Are wondering if HVAC service contracts are worth it? Read about the possible benefits of a maintenance plan.

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Efficiency Changes for Air Conditioners in Delaware

Big changes are coming to Delaware homeowner’s who are looking to buy air conditioning or heat pump systems after January 1, 2023.  Every six years the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) looks at their established efficiency standards. The last time they did this was in 2017. For 2023, the DOE is increasing the minimum efficiency…

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Founders Tom & Mike are on the move…

Tom McBride and Mike Burns founded Burns & McBride Home Comfort in 1949, shortly after World War II. Tom and Mike were both working in the heating and fuel industry. Tom McBride worked as a truck driver for the Esso company, which is known as Exxon today. He delivered gasoline to area service stations in…

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Need service on your heating or cooling system?

Call us today!
302-273-1341