Many residents in the Mid-Atlantic area rely on more than one source for indoor heating, cooking and heating water. When one source is unavailable, homeowners must switch to another. If one of your home heating options is fuel oil, a storage tank on your property is...
Repairing Your Split-System AC – Remember, Sides Must Match for Best Results
If your split-system AC is failing or needs repair, it's important to know that both components in the system must be properly matched for efficient operation. In most cases, especially if the system is more than a few years old, you can't safely upgrade or replace...
5 Ways You May Be Voiding the HVAC Warranty Without Realizing It
The warranty connected to your home's HVAC system probably gives you peace of mind in case it breaks down. But did you know that it's possible to void an HVAC warranty without realizing it? It happens to homeowners more than it should, so it's important that you be...
Preventive Maintenance Now Will Save You Trouble And Money Later
Your heating and cooling system is one of the more important features of your home. You likely rely on it to keep your living space nice and comfortable throughout the year. Just like you would have your car regularly serviced, your HVAC system needs such preventive...
Carbon Monoxide: Avoid the Risks With These Tips
Carbon monoxide (CO) is known as a silent killer due to the fact that it's undetectable by human senses. It's both colorless and odorless, which means that it can only be detected by an alarm system. Background and Dangers of Carbon Monoxide CO is formed from any...
What’s Causing Your Northern Virginia Home’s Heat Pump to Frost Over?
Cold winter weather is making some nights in Northern Virginia quite nippy. Your home's heat pump may be working overtime to keep your home toasty warm. You may notice that the outside part of the heat pump gets a layer of frost on it. An occasional frosty heat pump...
Shutting off a Room When the Weather Turns Cold: Bad Idea or Good Idea?
Heating is one of the home's biggest energy users and can contribute to high energy bills in the winter months. This leaves many homeowners looking for ways they can save. One of the most obvious ways energy is wasted is by heating rooms that aren't in use....
Your Fall Furnace Tune-up: Know What to Expect?
Autumn is in full swing in Baltimore, and now is the time to schedule your fall furnace tune-up. Annual preventive maintenance on your furnace will benefit you in several key ways: Increase system efficiency Lower your heating costs Extend the life of your furnace...
What It Means to Use a Licensed Pro for Your Baltimore Home’s HVAC Needs
Using a licensed HVAC professional for services in and around the Baltimore neighborhood is the best way to ensure work is carried out at the highest standards. Licensed heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) workers need to comply with strict regulations...
Sealing Ductwork Keeps Your Conditioned Air Inside Your Dover Area Home
Most homeowners want to keep their energy bills as low as possible, and while they stay on top of the obvious tasks, they often miss potential energy waste from ductwork. Ductwork often leaks over time, and because it's not easy to inspect, it's hard to notice any...
