LaPlante Electric

10/06/2026

𝗛𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗶𝗹 𝗴𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲? 𝗬𝗼𝘂’𝘃𝗲 𝗴𝗼𝘁 𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀.

Every Maine homeowner knows the feeling. The oil truck pulls into the driveway, fills the tank, and you’re already wondering what that delivery is going to cost.

Here’s the good news: you can’t control the price of heating oil, but you may have more control over how much oil your home needs.

There are 3 things we recommend homeowners consider:
1. Is your furnace or boiler due for professional cleaning and maintenance?
2. Is your older heating system costing you more to run and repair than it should?
3. Could cold-climate heat pumps help you use less oil while giving you heating, AC, and better zonability?

And no, the answer isn’t automatically “buy a new system.”

At LaPlante, we’re Wicked-Picky about finding the solution that actually makes sense for your home and your family. Sometimes that means maintaining what you have. Sometimes it means upgrading. Sometimes heat pumps give you the best of both worlds.

We broke down all 3 options in our latest article.

Read it before the next oil delivery shows up in the driveway.

Click the link to see your options: https://laplanteelectric.com/high-heating-oil-costs-maine/

09/25/2026

With strong winds in the forecast tomorrow, now is a good time to make sure you’re ready before the power goes out.

Charge your phones, check your flashlights and batteries, secure anything outside that could blow around, and make a plan if your home loses heat. When outages last more than a few hours, especially in colder weather, it can go from inconvenient to stressful pretty quickly.

And if this storm has you thinking it may be time to look into a standby generator, we can help. Click the link, get signed up, and Derek or Carson can walk you through a quick consultation. From there, we can send a technician out, take a look at your home, and give you real options for backup power.

When the power goes out for a day or two, you’ll be glad you planned ahead.

09/10/2026

Thinking about replacing your furnace before another Maine winter?

Choosing the right system involves more than picking a brand or efficiency rating. Your furnace’s condition, your home’s heating needs, ductwork, venting, fuel source, and installation requirements all play a role.

Our latest article covers 10 things to consider before replacing your furnace—so you can understand your options and make a more informed decision.

08/05/2026

How many mini splits does your home actually need?

It's one of the most common questions we hear, and the answer surprises a lot of homeowners.

The right answer usually isn't one for every room. It's one for each main living zone.

An open-concept ranch might only need one or two indoor units. A larger home with multiple floors or closed-off rooms may need several. Two homes with the same square footage can require completely different systems.

That's because heat pump sizing in Maine isn't just about square footage. Your home's insulation, layout, ceiling height, windows, and even how your family uses the space all play a role.

Online sizing calculators can give you a starting point, but most aren't built for Maine's long winters. A properly designed system keeps your home comfortable, runs more efficiently, and helps you get the most from your investment.

At LaPlante, we believe you should be 100% satisfied with your work, and that starts with designing the right system from day one.

Read our latest guide to learn how many mini splits your home may actually need, and why professional sizing makes all the difference.

Read the full article here: https://laplanteelectric.com/how-many-mini-splits-do-i-need-a-maine-homeowners-guide-to-heat-pump-sizing/

05/27/2026

You know that moment in July when the house feels damp before breakfast?

The upstairs bedrooms are sticky.
The window AC is rattling.
And somehow the house still isn’t comfortable.

That’s why more Maine homeowners are switching to heat pumps.

They heat in the winter. Cool in the summer. Reduce humidity. And let you control temperatures room by room with what we call Zone-ability.

Cooler bedrooms. Comfortable living spaces. Lower energy use.

Wicked better.

We just put together a new blog breaking down why heat pumps have become one of the smartest comfort upgrades for Maine homes.

Read it here: https://laplanteelectric.com/why-more-maine-homeowners-are-choosing-heat-pumps-for-year-round-comfort/

03/18/2026

Tell us about your DIY disasters!

We've all been there. Started a simple weekend project that turned into a three-month disaster, a marriage-testing renovation, or that time you 'fixed' the sink and flooded the basement.

Sometimes knowing when to call in the pros isn't giving up - it's saving your sanity (and your relationship).

Drop your best DIY disaster story below. Bonus points if you're still finding glitter/paint/tile adhesive in random places months later. 👷‍♀️💸

Electrical panels, thermostat wiring, pipe repairs — some DIY home repairs with the potential to go wrong look simple until they aren't.

03/15/2026

Spring in Maine means one thing — you've got about six weeks before you're wishing you'd called us sooner. Heat pumps heat, cool, and let you control it room by room. No window units required. 📞 (207) 771-8888

03/11/2026

Respect to this man for his dedication. There is, however, a retirement plan for the window units. 👀

Original Credit: JimmyCashRules

03/06/2026

Spring's coming. Your basement knows it before you do.All that snow has to melt somewhere. Here's how to prepare for the melt, avoid the flood, and get ready. Link in comments.

Spring basement flooding in Maine and NH is coming. That first warm spell means melting snow and getting ahead of AC season.

03/01/2026

Shawn's talking about PFAS—and why bottled water isn't the full solution.

PFAS shows up in wells AND municipal water supplies. Bottled water protects you when you're drinking, but you're still using tap water to cook, bathe, and do laundry. That exposure adds up.

'Forever chemicals' means they don't break down. They accumulate in your body over time. Research connects them to serious health concerns—liver damage, immune system issues, increased cancer risk, thyroid problems.

Testing is the only way to know if PFAS is in your water. We're offering free in-home water tests—no strings attached. We'll show you what's there, explain what matters, and talk through filtration options if you need them.

Know what's in your water. It matters.

Free testing: (207) 771-8888 or laplanteelectric.com