Are you remodeling your home, building a new house, or simply trying to solve an electrical problem? If so, it is time to hire a licensed electrician, because doing electrical work yourself is risky. In addition to the danger of shock, faulty electrical work can result in costly damage and fire. Even if you’re an… Read more »
Extend the Life of Your HVAC system
One of the most important steps you can take to extend the life of your air conditioner, heat pump, and HVAC system is to schedule regular maintenance appointments with a qualified technician. This allows for timely inspections, cleaning, and adjustments. This proactive approach helps identify potential issues early on and ensures that your system operates… Read more »
Should I Repair or Replace My Air Conditioner?
“Summertime, and the living’s easy” — except when your air conditioner unit begins to malfunction. The heat begins to creep inside, and the discomfort settles in. You might think, “Should I repair my air conditioner? Or should I replace my air conditioner?” The answer depends on a few factors. We broke down the most common… Read more »
How to Choose a Programmable Thermostat
Choosing a programmable thermostat can reduce your heating and cooling costs by almost 10 percent a year, Energy Star says. Summer days in Charlottesville get hot. But you can enjoy returning home to a delightfully cool home after work without spending money to run your air conditioner all day. A programmable thermostat lets you schedule… 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 »
How Do I know When to Replace My HVAC System?
Let’s suppose your HVAC system is working okay, but not great. Or perhaps it’s getting old and you’re wondering how much life it has left in it. Maybe you’d like reduce your monthly utility bills with a more energy-efficient system. If any of those scenarios sound familiar to you, then you may be wondering, “How… Read more »
How Do I Stop My Auxiliary Heat from Coming On?
As the leaves begin to turn and the holidays draw near, the colder weather sneaks into our homes. No one likes crawling out of bed only to be welcomed by frigid indoor temperatures. Now that we’re using heat more often, sometimes the auxiliary heat kicks in, and we ask ourselves, “How do I stop my… Read more »
An Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) Keeps Your Home’s Air Fresh
Today’s homes boast tight construction designed to keep indoor temperatures where you want them, with nowhere for cooled or heated air to escape. But tight construction has hidden costs: health risks from indoor contaminants, moisture that can damage your belongings, and odors that just won’t go away. For all their drawbacks, drafty old homes have… Read more »
4 Factors to Consider When Buying a New HVAC System
Shopping for a new heating and cooling system (HVAC system) can be complicated. Here, we’ll empower you to make a wise decision by discussing the four most important considerations. We’ll also explain some heating and air conditioning jargon you’ll encounter…. Read more »
Variable-Speed Air Handler Advantages
Learn how variable-speed air handlers reduce noise, decrease energy consumption, improve indoor air quality, lower humidity, and increase comfort by providing consistent temperatures from room to room.