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Best Ways to Improve the Air Quality of Your Home for Asthmatics
April 20, 2026
Halco Home Solutions understands that for families managing asthma and severe allergies, the quality of the air inside your house is non-negotiable. In the historic and complex homes of Rochester, Syracuse, and Ithaca, we specialize in treating the house as an integrated system, which is the only reliable way to achieve lasting indoor air quality
Heat Pumps Outsell Gas Furnaces Again
May 21, 2024
For the second consecutive year, heat pumps – an emission-free dual heating and cooling technology – beat out gas-powered furnaces in total units sold in the U.S. Americans bought about 700,000 more heat pumps in 2023 compared to gas furnaces, according to data from the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute. Heat pumps, which cool in the summer and heat in the winter, have been growing in popularity for their efficiency, comfort, and health benefits (i.e., removing onsite fossil fuel combustion).
BPA Welcomes Three New Board Members
May 6, 2024
Halco CEO, Hal Smith, has been appointed as a board member for the Building Performance Association.
Can Insulation Warm Up Your Floors?
April 2, 2024
Can Insulation Warm Up Your Floors? | Halco Home Services | Ithaca Discover how insulation and air sealing can solve the problem of cold, unwelcoming floors. Halco provides insulation and air-sealing services in the Finger Lakes
Choosing the Right Heat Pump: A Buyer’s Guide for Homeowners
April 2, 2024
How to Choose the Right Heat Pump | Halco Home Services | Ithaca Explore our guide to choosing the right heat pump for your Finger Lakes home, including heat pump types, benefits, and rebates. Halco does heat pumps! Call us today for a free estimate.
What Is Whole Home Electrification?
March 4, 2024
See what Whole Home Electrification is all about. Transform your Finger Lakes residence with Halco’s efficient, all-electric energy solutions.
Is Solar Worth It In New York?
February 7, 2024
Is Solar Worth It In New York? | Halco | Syracuse, NY Explore the financial and environmental benefits of solar panels in New York’s Finger Lakes region. Halco installs residential solar PV systems.
What 40 Years In Business Has Taught Halco About Customer Service
February 7, 2024
Halco Celebrates 40 Years in Business | Halco | Ithaca, NY Discover Halco’s 40-year journey in the Finger Lakes: expanding from plumbing to full home energy solutions with a focus on efficiency, comfort, and customer service.
How Heat Pumps Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
January 11, 2024
Discover how cold climate heat pumps reduce your carbon footprint and improve home efficiency. Halco Energy installs heat pumps and mini splits in the Finger Lakes.
Increasing Access to Clean Energy & Efficiency
December 20, 2023
New York is promoting clean energy adoption and job growth while striving for inclusivity, offering funding and support to low-to-moderate income households for energy-efficient upgrades and clean energy installations.
