As the summer heat rises in Charlottesville and across Albemarle County, your air conditioner becomes one of the most important systems in your home. It keeps you cool and comfortable, but it can also lead to high energy bills if your system isn’t running efficiently. At Fitch Services, we want our customers to understand the… Read more »
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7 Ways to Improve Indoor Air Quality
Indoor air quality has a huge impact on your comfort, health, and well-being. Whether you’re relaxing at home, working from your kitchen table, or playing with your kids in the living room, the air you breathe matters. Poor indoor air can cause allergies, headaches, fatigue, and even worsen asthma symptoms. At Fitch Services, a trusted… Read more »
How Leaky Ductwork Can Cost You Hundreds in Energy Bills
If your home’s energy bills seem unusually high, your ductwork might be to blame. Many homeowners don’t realize that leaky air ducts can cause significant energy loss, making your HVAC system work harder and costing you hundreds of dollars in wasted energy each year. At Fitch Services, a trusted Charlottesville HVAC company, we understand how… Read more »
How to Prevent Your Heating System from Breaking Down in the Middle of Winter
When the temperatures drop and winter sets in, the last thing you want is for your heating system to fail. Staying warm isn’t just a matter of comfort; it’s essential for your health and safety. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to ensure your heating system stays in excellent working order all winter long…. Read more »
Why Does My Air Conditioner Smell Bad?
Understanding and Addressing Bad Smells from Your Home Air Conditioner Having a comfortable home environment includes maintaining a properly functioning air conditioning system. However, encountering unpleasant odors from your AC can be concerning and disruptive. Let’s look into the common reasons why your home air conditioner might emit bad smells, what these odors could indicate,… Read more »
Why Spring is a Great Time for HVAC Maintenance
As spring settles in and the temperatures start rising around Charlottesville and Albemarle County, it’s time to give your HVAC system some much-needed attention. HVAC maintenance in spring is not just a routine task; it’s an essential step towards ensuring the efficiency and longevity of your system. Regular maintenance of your HVAC system can save… Read more »
Air Duct Leaks Are Expensive
How Expensive Are Air Duct Leaks? You could be wasting 20% of the cost to heat or cool your home! That’s what an air duct leak can do to your power bill, according to Energy Star. Are Air Duct Leaks Costing You Money? Where Do Duct Leaks Usually Occur? Can Duct Tape Fix a Leak?… Read more »
8 Easy Ways to Improve Indoor Air Quality in Winter
Your lips are chapped, and your skin is dry. It’s annoying, for sure, but the less noticeable results of poor indoor air quality in winter can be much more severe. With closed windows and doors, we are exposed to more allergens, asthma can worsen, the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning is higher, and so are… Read more »
5 Strange Sounds that Signal Trouble with Your HVAC
Bump! Bang! Buzz … “Well, that can’t be good,” you think. Slowly you approach your heating unit to listen closely, hoping it’s nothing too serious. Here we will walk you through five strange sounds your HVAC unit could make this winter, what they might mean and when to call a licensed HVAC professional. What does it… Read more »
Is Air Duct Cleaning Necessary?
Is air duct cleaning necessary? Air duct cleaning is inadvisable in most homes, though cleaning air ducts may be required in some circumstances.
Here, we’ll answer some common air duct questions. Use the links below to skip to an answer…. Read more »