Working to make your home energy-efficient – and lowering costs while you’re at it – is a worthy goal on its own. But the same projects that make your home more efficient also make it more comfortable and even safer. Neeeco offers a variety of services, but they all revolve around that central idea: Improving … Read more
It takes a lot of energy to keep our homes comfortable with heating and air conditioning. In the US, more than half of a typical home’s total annual energy consumption goes toward heating and cooling! Because it consumes so much energy, upgrading your HVAC system is one of the most effective ways to improve your … Read more
As you plan for the new year, you might find yourself daydreaming about your next slate of home projects. And you may be extra-motivated if you’re currently dealing with wintry drafts finding their way inside, or you’re keeping the heat low because you’re worried about costs. But when home improvements require professional help, it can … Read more
Set aside two hours, have your energy bills handy, and keep your wallet closed – that’s really all you need for a no-cost Mass Save home energy assessment. But knowing more about the process can be helpful. Although your certified technician will manage the assessment, answer questions and provide detailed guidance, some quick homework beforehand … Read more
Air-sealing and insulating your home can save an average of 15 percent on heating and cooling costs every year, according to the EPA. For older homes – which comprise a large number of New England’s housing stock – the gains are potentially even larger. Insulation also makes your home more comfortable during the extremes of … Read more
The windows in your home affect the amount of light and noise that reaches you, as well as air quality and climate control – all of which cumulatively shape your quality of life. That has a significant impact on your physical and mental health, sometimes in unexpected ways. Improving your windows’ quality can make an … Read more
Need to upgrade your heating and cooling system? A heat pump might be the perfect solution. But if you want to install one, you should act quickly. The $2,000 federal heat pump tax credit expires on December 31, 2025! Neeeco can help you take full advantage of the federal tax credit for heat pump installation … Read more
Heat pump installation has been booming in Massachusetts over the past few years, but 2025 may be the busiest year yet – for good reason. Why? A confluence of factors: Federal tax credits that expire at the end of 2025 Lower seasonal heat pump electric rates for winter 2025-2026 Updated rebates from Mass Save® …and … Read more
Easygoing summer is ending. Time to move into “get things done” fall. Saying goodbye to summer is bittersweet, but look on the bright side: Back-to-school season can re-energize you for new accomplishments, even if you’re not the one headed back to class. Take advantage of that back-to-school momentum. Now is the perfect time to check … Read more
Insulating your home is almost always a good idea – it’s a cost-effective, low-effort way to boost efficiency and make your home more comfortable. But homeowners understandably have questions about the material that will be pumped into their houses, and how it’s going to get there. Are there unexpected safety issues? Long-term risks to the … Read more
Older homes can be challenging to maintain or update, but they do often come with perks: a sense of history, quirks that add character – and practical features that help your home operate more efficiently. Before modern HVAC systems or construction techniques, homebuilders maintained comfortable temperatures however they could. In fact, studies show housing built … Read more
Nearly half of all Americans live with unhealthy levels of air pollution, according to the American Lung Association’s 2025 “State of the Air” report. Ozone and particle pollution (in other words, smog and soot) are a health hazard for millions of people, and wildfire smoke and drought make conditions worse. Other pollutants originate from inside. … Read more
