Wilson Services HVAC Education Center

We believe there is a huge need in the building and remodeling industry. That need is to educate the home-owner (you!) with all the options that are available. Although we at Wilson Services, Inc. have numerous strong relationships with various building contractors, we are convinced that the only way you will fully understand the value of a high-end
heating system is to go directly to the source, that is the heating contractor who installs the equipment. It is a shame when people build their Massachusetts dream home and have no idea what the heating system will be. Oh, they might know it's a hot water baseboard system, or forced warm air, but there is so much more to know! I promise the this education center will open you eyes to the world of heating, cooling, plumbing and your home.

Heating Articles

Heating and Cooling 101:  Once you understand this easy lesson, you'll know more about how energy is converted from a fuel (gas or oil) to your living space. I dare might add that you'll know more than a fair amount of heating contractors who simply know how to hook up a boiler and flip the "on" switch. Read More

Cut Heating Costs: After last winter's fuel frenzy, I may not be alone in trying to figure out how to reduce home heating costs. Based on what I've learned at various workshops and research in the field of home heating, I would like to share some information that may be helpful in your present or upcoming heating system renovation or installation. Read More

Basic Phrases In Heating: This section is meant to help people with basic phrasing regarding heating and cooling. With hundreds of Hampshire County homeowners calling our company every year, it is normal that not everyone understands how to describe what they have for a heating system, or even more so what they ideally want or need. Read More

Air Conditioning Articles

The Hidden Secrets In Buying An Air Conditioner - An air conditioner can be an important addition to the home. Aside from being a summer necessity in some areas, installed air conditioning can be a selling point when a home is on the market. It is important to consider a number of factors when purchasing an air conditioner, as a number of different models and varieties are available.  Read More

Heating and Cooling 101:  Once you understand this easy lesson, you'll know more about how energy is converted from a fuel (gas or oil) to your living space. I dare might add that you'll know more than a fair amount of heating contractors who simply know how to hook up a boiler and flip the "on" switch. Read More

Plumbing Articles

Drip Drip Drip-That Darn Leaky Faucet!: Weve all been there, trying to fall asleep and the only thing we can focus on is that dreaded sound: drip, drip ,drip. So you get up and you think I just have to turn the handle tighter to make the drip stop, yea if it were only that easy! Read More

Quick, Helpful Plumbing Tips: If you have ever gone camping for a weekend, you know it doesn't take long to miss running water, flushing toilets, clean clothes, and hot showers. These modern conveniences are the benefits of plumbing systems. Your house has several separate plumbing systems. Sinks, toilets, washers, bathtubs, and related fixtures. Read More

Energy Conservation Articles

Measuring House Air Tightness Despite the growing importance of house air tightness, few homeowners actually know how tight their homes are. Unfortunately, it is virtually impossible to accurately estimate the tightness level of a home by visual inspection alone. And without knowing house air tightness, it is difficult to assess the need for, or to design an effective approach to duct, air sealing & indoor air quality Read More

Defining Blower Door & Infiltration -  This is our favorite topic at Wilson Services, Inc. Why? Because infiltration is so incredibly misunderstood. When we say misunderstood, please dont misunderstand; we acknowledge that the term blower door is not a main stream word for the average home owner. Whats so amazingly misunderstood is that there are many heating experts, news paper column writers, and energy experts that have completely missed the boat.  Read More

Carbon Monoxide Testing: Why is it Important for your Family - Carbon monoxide poisoning produces flu-like symptoms, headache, sore throat, racing heart, memory loss, thinking difficulty and sensitivity to light, sound and smell. Read More