A Guiding Hand (with a Green Thumb)
October 31, 2024
• With winter’s approach, many homeowners are keeping a close eye on their heating systems. An organization in the community may be able to help them make some big decisions if they need to consider a change.
Many things come to mind as the clocks get turned back, and the days grow shorter and shorter. When preparing their homes for colder weather, many wonder whether it is time to tune up or change up their house’s heating system. That decision is a huge one with financial and environmental impacts. It is enough to tempt homeowners to turn a blind eye and put off the work. Green Needham is offering a service to help navigate you through making what can be a difficult call. Needham Channel News producer Ashley Julier caught up with them to learn more.
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