--- title: Smart Touch Energy Blog | Smart Touch Energy (8) description: The Smart Touch Energy blog provides helpful advice for homeowners in the Northeast who heat their home with oil or propane. (8) --- [![Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Smart_Click_Energy_Jan_2016/smartTouchLogo_220.png?width=305&name=smartTouchLogo_220.png "Smart Touch Energy")](https://www.smarttouchenergy.com/) [![smartTouchLogo_80](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Smart_Click_Energy_Jan_2016/smartTouchLogo_160.png?width=222&name=smartTouchLogo_160.png "smartTouchLogo_80")](https://www.smarttouchenergy.com/) - [Terms and Conditions](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hubfs/best-ac/Terms%20%26%20Conditions%20-%20STE%20Giveaway%20-%20202312.pdf) - [Order Online](https://www.smarttouchenergy.com/) - [Privacy Policy](https://www.smarttouchenergy.com/privacy-policy) - [Blog](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com) ## Smart Touch Energy Blog ## Smart Touch Energy ![](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hubfs/logo.png) ### Recent Posts ## [Transform Your Basement Into an Awesome Man Cave](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/transform-your-basement-into-an-awesome-man-cave) Posted by [Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/author/smart-touch-energy) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![mancave.jpg](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hubfs/mancave.jpg)](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/transform-your-basement-into-an-awesome-man-cave) Fall is quickly approaching which means colder weather, football, and more time inside. Do you want to create a space of your own to get the most out of the season — a space that truly showcases what you like and will be your retreat at the end of a long cold day? If so, you’re looking for a man cave. [Read More](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/transform-your-basement-into-an-awesome-man-cave) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/transform-your-basement-into-an-awesome-man-cave#comments-listing) Topics: [home tips](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/home-tips) ## [A Guide to Supplementing Heating Oil and Reducing Annual Energy Expenses](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/supplementing-heating-oil) Posted by [Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/author/smart-touch-energy) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Guide to supplementing heating oil](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hubfs/Blog_Graphics/Guide_to_Supplementing_Heating_Oil/1-title1.jpg)](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/supplementing-heating-oil) For homeowners across the country, heating expenses climb as the mercury drops with the return of wintry weather. Seasonal heating expenses are largely dependent on the climate you live, the structural design of the building, your heating system's operating efficiency and what method of energy you choose to generate heat. [Read More](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/supplementing-heating-oil) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/supplementing-heating-oil#comments-listing) Topics: [heating oil](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/heating-oil), [heating systems](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/heating-systems), [energy tips](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/energy-tips) ## [Ways to Reduce Humidity in Your Home](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/reduce-home-humidity) Posted by [Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/author/smart-touch-energy) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![reduce-home-humidity.jpg](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hubfs/home-humidity/reduce-home-humidity.jpg)](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/reduce-home-humidity) Come summer time, the thermometer isn’t the only thing trending upwards. The humidity levels also start to climb. While it can have an influence on your comfort level, humidity can also cause damage to your home. [Read More](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/reduce-home-humidity) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/reduce-home-humidity#comments-listing) Topics: [heating systems](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/heating-systems), [air conditioning](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/air-conditioning), [energy tips](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/energy-tips) ## [How Long Is Heating Oil Good For?](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/heating-oil-shelf-life) Posted by [Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/author/smart-touch-energy) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![oil-shel-life.jpg](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hubfs/oil-shelf-life/oil-shel-life.jpg)](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/heating-oil-shelf-life) Heating oil, or No. 2 oil as it is often called, continues to be a popular option for homeowners looking to heat their homes. [Read More](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/heating-oil-shelf-life) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/heating-oil-shelf-life#comments-listing) Topics: [heating oil](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/heating-oil), [heating systems](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/heating-systems), [energy tips](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/energy-tips) ## [Your HVAC System And Asthma](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hvac-system-and-asthma) Posted by [Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/author/smart-touch-energy) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![hvac-and-asthma.jpg](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hubfs/asthma-hvac/hvac-and-asthma.jpg)](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hvac-system-and-asthma) We often take the air we breathe for granted. If you’re asthmatic, though, you know every breath is precious. [Read More](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hvac-system-and-asthma) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hvac-system-and-asthma#comments-listing) Topics: [air filteration](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/air-filteration), [heating systems](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/heating-systems), [air conditioning](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/air-conditioning) ## [Important HVAC Questions to Ask When Buying a Home](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hvac-questions-to-ask-when-buying-a-home) Posted by [Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/author/smart-touch-energy) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Important HVAC Questions to Ask When Buying a Home](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hubfs/hvac-questions-home-buying/home-buying-hvac.jpg)](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hvac-questions-to-ask-when-buying-a-home) Buying a home is an exciting time. You often fall in love with the layout and aesthetics of the home, but it’s important to look at the mechanics of the home as well to avoid major problems. The HVAC system is an important part of keeping your home comfortable and safe. It’s an expensive system to replace, so having HVAC questions for the home seller ahead of time is a good way to find out if the system is in good shape. [Read More](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hvac-questions-to-ask-when-buying-a-home) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hvac-questions-to-ask-when-buying-a-home#comments-listing) Topics: [air conditioning](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/air-conditioning), [energy tips](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/energy-tips) ## [Don't Make These Common Home Cooling Mistakes](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/common-home-cooling-mistakes) Posted by [Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/author/smart-touch-energy) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![cooling-mistakes.jpg](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hubfs/cooling-mistakes/cooling-mistakes.jpg)](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/common-home-cooling-mistakes) For most of America, air conditioning has become the summertime standard. According to the [Department of Energy](https://energy.gov/energysaver/air-conditioning), 75% of all American homes have air conditioning installed and use about 6% of all energy produced in this country at the cost of $29 billion annually. [Read More](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/common-home-cooling-mistakes) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/common-home-cooling-mistakes#comments-listing) Topics: [air conditioning](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/air-conditioning), [energy tips](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/energy-tips) ## [Should I Turn My Furnace Off Over the Summer?](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/should-i-turn-my-furnace-off-over-the-summer) Posted by [Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/author/smart-touch-energy) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![1-feature-7.jpg](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hubfs/1-feature-7.jpg)](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/should-i-turn-my-furnace-off-over-the-summer) It’s undeniable — residents of the northeastern United States love the reliability of their oil furnaces. Homes in the Northeast use around 87% of all the [heating oil](https://www.smarttouchenergy.com/services/heating-oil) consumed each year across the U.S. And with the efficiency of oil furnaces, it’s understandable. [Read More](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/should-i-turn-my-furnace-off-over-the-summer) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/should-i-turn-my-furnace-off-over-the-summer#comments-listing) Topics: [heating oil](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/heating-oil), [heating systems](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/heating-systems), [energy tips](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/energy-tips) ## [Benefits of Clean Fuel](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/benefits-of-clean-fuel) Posted by [Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/author/smart-touch-energy) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![benefits of clean fuel](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hubfs/1-feature-6.jpg)](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/benefits-of-clean-fuel) For homeowners, it is essential to understand what differentiates a clean fuel like propane from gasoline, oil and other types of fuel. With this information at their disposal, homeowners can make informed decisions about which type of fuel to buy. [Read More](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/benefits-of-clean-fuel) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/benefits-of-clean-fuel#comments-listing) Topics: [propane](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/propane) ## [Residential Propane Tank Safety](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/residential-propane-tank-safety) Posted by [Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/author/smart-touch-energy) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![1-propane-tank-safety-feature-1.jpg](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hubfs/1-propane-tank-safety-feature-1.jpg)](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/residential-propane-tank-safety) At Smart Touch Energy, we prioritize propane tank safety. Let's take a closer look at some of the key questions surrounding propane tank safety and how you can minimize propane tank dangers. 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