Heating & Cooling for the Northern Virginia and Maryland Areas

Connect With Us:

Modern Mechanical
1 (571) 248-7510
Serving the Northern Virginia and
Maryland Areas

Tag Archives: air leaks

Air-Conditioner Maintenance Is A Must-Have Spring Service: What Your Contractor Should Do

By Shawn Mitchell | Published: May 17, 2012

Did you know that air-conditioner maintenance should be a part of your annual spring clean-up for your home? During the fall and winter, while your air-conditioning unit sits idle, it

Posted in Preventive Maintenance, Service & Maintenance | Also tagged Air-conditioner maintenance, energy bills, Maryland, northern virginia, routine maintenance | Leave a comment

3 Rules To Ensure Duct Returns Operate Efficiently — And Comfortably

By Shawn Mitchell | Published: March 27, 2012

In many homes, especially older ones, duct systems have design and installation flaws that cause inefficiencies. This can affect your indoor comfort, leading to uneven heating or cooling in various

Posted in Air ducts, IAQ – Indoor Air Quality, Service & Maintenance | Also tagged conditioned air, ductwork, energy savings, heating and cooling, hvac contractor, insulation, Northern Virginia and Maryland | Leave a comment

Looking At Your Home’s Air Leaks? Call A Pro If You Find These Problems

By Shawn Mitchell | Published: December 8, 2011

Air leaks can rob your home of efficiency and comfort while sending your energy bills skyrocketing. Even though most people understand this as a general concept, many don’t truly grasp

Posted in Air Conditioning, Filtration, IAQ – Indoor Air Quality, Insulation, Ventilation | Also tagged insulation, maryland areas, northern virginia | Leave a comment

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

Posted in Air Conditioning, Energy Evaluations, Heating, Service & Maintenance | Also tagged air flow, comfort settings, ductwork, energy efficiency, heat pump, heat pumps, hvac contractor, hvac system, hvac technician, Maryland, northern virginia, preventive maintenance | Leave a comment

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

Posted in Air Conditioning, Energy Evaluations, Furnaces, Heating, IAQ – Indoor Air Quality, Preventive Maintenance, Service & Maintenance | Also tagged air conditioning units, air filter, airflow, conditioned air, cooling systems, hvac technician, Maryland, moisture buildup, northern virginia, preventive maintenance, spring maintenance | Leave a comment

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

Posted in Air Conditioning, Energy Evaluations, Heating, Preventive Maintenance, Service & Maintenance, Technicians | Also tagged airflow, energy loss, energy saving tips, energy savings, heating and cooling, heating bills, Maryland, northern virginia, preventive maintenance | Leave a comment

How Insulation Values Determine Efficiency

By Shawn Mitchell | Published: September 13, 2011

Home insulation keeps warm air from escaping in the winter and cold air from getting in. In the summer, it does the reverse. The better your home is insulated, the

Posted in Air Conditioning, Energy Evaluations, Furnaces, Heating, Insulation, Service & Maintenance | Also tagged blanket insulation, climate control system, cold air, energy bills, home insulation, hvac system, insulated panels, insulation r values, Maryland, northern virginia | Leave a comment

Energy-Saving Tips To Get Home Equipment Ready For Winter

By Shawn Mitchell | Published: September 1, 2011

Winter will be soon be stretching across Northern Virginia and it’s therefore important to make sure your HVAC system is ready for the low temperatures arriving with it. Here are

Posted in Air Conditioning, Air Filters, Energy Evaluations, Heating, NATE, Preventive Maintenance, Programmable Thermostats, Service & Maintenance, Technicians, Thermostats | Also tagged conditioned air, ductwork, energy bill, energy saving tips, energy savings, energy use, furnace, hvac contractor, hvac system, Maryland, nate, northern virginia, preventive maintenance, programmable thermostat, reputable contractor, seal air | Leave a comment

Click Here, For

Specials & Deals
» Call Us: 1 (571) 248-7510
How Can We Help?
We're glad to answer questions... just click below for our contact form:
Contact Us
Recent Posts
Search
Topics
Download Our

HOME COMFORT GUIDE
About Shawn

Shawn Mitchell, founder and CEO of Modern Mechanical, brings a wealth of experience and drive to his... More »

About Modern Mechanical

Modern Mechanical, serving northern Virginia and Maryland, offers a highly trained team of NATE® certified professional HVAC technicians who provide quality heating and cooling services.
So if you're searching for "air conditioning Washington DC",or "heating repair Washington DC", you're at the right place, because we've got you covered for air conditioning, heat pump, central air, gas furnace needs -- all your heating and cooling solutions.

Contact Modern Mechanical: 571-248-7510
21750 Red Rum Drive #162
Ashburn, VA 20147

Map | Get Larger Map

View Larger Map

The opinions and statements contained in this article are for general informational purposes only and are not instructions. Only trained, licensed and experienced personnel should attempt installation/repair. The author assumes no liability for the opinions/statements made in this article. Any individual attempting a repair or installation based on this article does so at their own risk of loss.

Tag Archives: air leaks

» Call Us: 1 (571) 248-7510

How Can We Help?

Recent Posts

Search

Topics

Download Our

About Shawn

About Modern Mechanical

Map | Get Larger Map