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Buying New HVAC Equipment? Avoid Pitfalls With Online Vendors, And Opt For A Certified Expert

By Shawn Mitchell | Published: March 29, 2012

These days, you can find almost anything online. However, not everything online is worth finding.

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Budget Constraints? Energy-Saving Tips That Work

By Shawn Mitchell | Published: December 13, 2011

Given the high cost of energy in Northern Virginia, it’s more important than ever to find ways to improve the overall efficiency of your home’s heating system.

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Energy Savings: You Might Need A Contractor If…

By Shawn Mitchell | Published: November 24, 2011

Saving money on living costs has always been on the minds of budget conscious individuals and is even more important now that energy costs are on the rise. Proper maintenance of

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Want To Increase The Efficiency Of Your Furnace? Look At Motor Technology

By Shawn Mitchell | Published: November 17, 2011

For the last five decades, the motor that was standard issue for furnace fans was the split-capacitor motor, or SPC motor. These were durable and worked well, but were not

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Will Your Furnace Make It Through The Winter? Now’s The Time To Answer That Question

By Shawn Mitchell | Published: October 6, 2011

Is your furnace ready for another harsh, cold winter? Winter is just around the corner, so now is the time to answer that question, rather than waiting for your heating

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Maintaining A Heat Pump: Your Nine-Point Checklist

By Shawn Mitchell | Published: October 4, 2011

As the time approaches for your heat pump to switch from cooling to heating mode, make sure that your equipment is operating efficiently and safely by engaging an HVAC professional

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Shutting Down Your Air Conditioner At The Close Of Cooling Season

By Shawn Mitchell | Published: September 29, 2011

As summer in Northern Virginia draws to a close, it’s time to start thinking about winterizing your air conditioner. If you take just a few simple steps now, in combination

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Weatherstripping: One Of Least Expensive, But Most Effective Ways, To Prepare Your Home For Winter

By Shawn Mitchell | Published: September 27, 2011

No doubt you’re not looking forward to your heating bills rising this winter, due to cranking your heating system to keep you warm and toasty. However, there is one critical

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Maintenance: What You Can Do, And What You Should Let The Experts Handle

By Shawn Mitchell | Published: September 22, 2011

With a number record lows and highs set throughout the nation during this past year, you may have realized how important your air conditioner and heating system are to your

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How To Keep Your Water Heater In Good Shape

By Shawn Mitchell | Published: September 20, 2011

Routine maintenance on your water heater is important to ensure that it stays in good shape and is reliable. A few simple steps that you should perform at least annually can

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