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Homeowner’s Guide to Generator Maintenance

Generator Maintenance Calendar: What to Test Monthly and What a Professional Handles Annually A standby generator is one of the most reliable ways to protect your home during a power outage. Whether it is keeping your heat running in the winter or preserving essential appliances year-round, your generator plays a critical role in home comfort […]

The Importance of Indoor Air Quality

Why Indoor Air Quality Matters for Your Home When it comes to home comfort, temperature is only part of the equation. The quality of the air inside your home plays a major role in your health, comfort, and overall well-being. Poor indoor air quality can contribute to respiratory issues, allergies, and reduced HVAC efficiency. At […]

Water Heaters 101

Choosing the Right System for Your Home Hot water is something most homeowners rely on every day, from showers and laundry to cooking and cleaning. Choosing the right water heater can have a noticeable impact on comfort, energy efficiency, and long-term operating costs. There are several types of water heaters available today, each with its […]

The Benefits of Smart Home Automation

Stay Connected to Your Home with Main-Care Connect Whether you are managing your primary residence, a vacation property, or a rental home, keeping an eye on your property when you are away provides valuable peace of mind. With Main-Care Connect, homeowners and property managers in Columbia County, the New York Capital Region, the Hudson Valley […]

What is Capped Price Protection?

Protect Your Heating Budget with Main-Care Energy’s Capped Price Protection Program Energy prices can be unpredictable, especially when global events, weather, and market conditions all influence the cost of heating fuels. For homeowners and businesses in Rensselaer County, the New York Capital Region, the Hudson Valley and Western Vermont and Massachusetts that rely on heating oil, […]

Can You Use Kerosene in Diesel Engines?

We offer affordable, winter-tested fuel options. The Northeast has been hit with some brutally cold weather this winter, and businesses that rely on diesel fuel have felt the effects. When temperatures plunge, diesel can cloud, thicken or gel—creating serious headaches for fleets, farms, construction crews and industrial operations. Main-Care Energy has fielded plenty of commercial […]

This Clean Fuel Reduces Our Reliance on Foreign-Produced Petroleum.

Our buildings account for roughly one-third of greenhouse gas emissions in the United States. That’s a significant impact — but also a powerful opportunity. By improving insulation, upgrading to high-efficiency heating equipment and choosing cleaner fuels, homeowners can dramatically reduce their carbon footprint without sacrificing comfort. Countless homes across the Northeast also use Bioheat® fuel. This […]

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Should You Repair or Replace Your Home Heating System?

Let our HVAC pros take you through the various factors to consider. Winters in the Northeast don’t play around. When temperatures dip into the teens—or lower—you need a dependable home heating system that shows up every time it’s called upon. If your furnace, boiler or heat pump is struggling to keep your home warm or breaking down […]

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What Do You Know About Natural Gas?

Where it comes from, how it heats homes and more. Natural gas is one of the most versatile fuels available to homeowners today. It powers some astonishingly efficient heating systems and appliances, delivers reliable comfort and supports everything from cooking to backup power. But many homeowners in Saratoga County and throughout the Hudson Valley, the NY […]

Is That the Smell of Propane?

We’re here to help you maintain the highest standards of propane safety. Propane is one of the most popular and versatile energy sources for homes across Washington County, the rest of the NY Capital Region and Hudson Valley and neighboring areas of Western Vermont and Western Massachusetts. It efficiently powers home heating systems, water heaters, fireplaces, stoves, […]