"J: natural gas is the cheapest, at least until prices skyrocket. Nearly everyone has gotten rid of their oil coil. Safety wise, electric is the safest. If you do gas, mount it high off the floor."
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Selecting a Water Heater
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I am looking at updating the heating and water heating systems in a rental home I recently purchased. Currently, there is a 4 year old Burnham oil furnace with a coil for water heating. I'm looking…Continue
Tags: heaters, water, heating, HVAC
Started this discussion. Last reply by Tom Delconte on Monday.
Google+ Local: New Marketing Opportunity?
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As you may have heard, Google+ (Google's equivalent to Facebook) recently merged with Google Places (it's local search product). This represents a significant change in the world of online…Continue
Tags: Media, Online, Marketing, Social, Places
Started this discussion. Last reply by Johnny Ritzo Jun 25, 2012.
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Johnny Ritzo posted a discussionSelecting a Water Heater
I am looking at updating the heating and water heating systems in a rental home I recently purchased. Currently, there is a 4 year old Burnham oil furnace with a coil for water heating. I'm looking at adding a natural gas burner to the system, as gas lines are already in place. With regard to water heating, I'm looking at indirect fired systems although I've received some recommendations for installing an electric tank. Thoughts or advice? As you can probably tell, I'm new to this!…See More
John Redmond commented on Johnny Ritzo's blog post How the Sequester will Impact the Home Energy Efficiency Industry""The Home Performance Industry needs to take steps to reduce its reliance on federal and state programs beginning immediately."
I could not agree with this statement anymore, Johnny. I have been saying for some time now, sooner or later…"
Johnny Ritzo's blog post was featuredHow the Sequester will Impact the Home Energy Efficiency Industry
By Johnny RitzoOriginally Posted at Efficiency Law ReviewIntroductionThere has been considerable speculation about how the mandatory budget cuts, known as the sequester, will impact key government functions beginning March 1, 2013. Primary concern has focused on large-ticket items such as national defense, education, and transportation. But what about the Home Performance Industry? The White House has made broad claims that the…See More
Johnny Ritzo posted a blog postHow the Sequester will Impact the Home Energy Efficiency Industry
By Johnny RitzoOriginally Posted at Efficiency Law ReviewIntroductionThere has been considerable speculation about how the mandatory budget cuts, known as the sequester, will impact key government functions beginning March 1, 2013. Primary concern has focused on large-ticket items such as national defense, education, and transportation. But what about the Home Performance Industry? The White House has made broad claims that the…See More
Johnny Ritzo replied to Johnny Ritzo's discussion Google+ Local: New Marketing Opportunity?"For anyone who is interested, we put up a recorded webinar on Google + Local two weeks ago. You can check it out at http://www.energycircle.com/pro. Enjoy!"
Patrick Michaelyan replied to Johnny Ritzo's discussion Google+ Local: New Marketing Opportunity?"Just created a listing for my company. We'll see where this takes us..."
Johnny Ritzo posted a discussionGoogle+ Local: New Marketing Opportunity?
As you may have heard, Google+ (Google's equivalent to Facebook) recently merged with Google Places (it's local search product). This represents a significant change in the world of online marketing, as local search and social media are coming much closer together. For some good background and analysis, check out …See More
Johnny Ritzo's blog post was featuredHow to Market Your Home Performance Business in the Summer
Reposted from the Energy Circle blog -- http://www.energycircle.com/blog.We hear from residential energy efficiency pros around the country that spring and summer are particularly challenging times for their home performance businesses. When…See More
Johnny Ritzo posted a blog postHow to Market Your Home Performance Business in the Summer
Reposted from the Energy Circle blog -- http://www.energycircle.com/blog.We hear from residential energy efficiency pros around the country that spring and summer are particularly challenging times for their home performance businesses. When…See More
Johnny Ritzo replied to Joshua Knittel's discussion Marketing | Packages"Hi Joshua,
Good topic for discussion. I have encountered several flavors of audit packages out there:
DIY audit with auditor analysis (~$100 to $150)
Envelope inspection, blower door, IR camera and report ($200 to $500)
Indoor air…"
Johnny Ritzo commented on Diane Chojnowski's group Facebook Pages"What's everyone think of the new timeline layout for business pages on Facebook? Anyone using the cover photo in an interesting way? "
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Does your company or organization have a Facebook Page?This group is for pros who have facebook pages. Post the link to your facebook page in the comments so that folks can like you on facebook.See More
Johnny Ritzo replied to Bruce Navin's discussion Acquiring Images & Pics for Website and Sales Literature"Hi Bruce,
I work for Energy Circle PRO. We offer a web and marketing platform designed specifically for independent home performance pros (i.e. auditors, raters and home performance contractors. In addition to a custom website,…"
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How the Sequester will Impact the Home Energy Efficiency Industry
By Johnny Ritzo
Originally Posted at Efficiency Law Review
Introduction
There has been considerable speculation about how the mandatory budget cuts, known as the sequester, will impact key government functions beginning March 1, 2013. Primary concern has focused…
ContinuePosted on February 28, 2013 at 9:51am — 1 Comment
How to Market Your Home Performance Business in the Summer
Reposted from the Energy Circle blog -- http://www.energycircle.com/blog.
We hear from residential energy efficiency pros around the country that spring and summer are particularly challenging times for their…
Posted on June 14, 2012 at 7:30am
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Diane Chojnowski said… Hi Johnny,
Welcome to Home Energy Pros! Feel free to join the conversation in the Forum and Groups. And share your energy efficiency photos, videos and upcoming events. If you're blogging about home performance, this is the place for you!
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