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Upgrading HVAC Equipment? How To Best Spend That Extra Cash

By Shawn Mitchell | Published: April 12, 2012

When upgrading HVAC equipment, some choices can make a big difference in the cost of heating and cooling your home, as well as adding to your indoor comfort and enjoyment.

Posted in Heating | Also tagged energy efficiency, heating and cooling systems, hvac equipment, hvac system, maryland areas, northern virginia, preventive maintenance, upgrading HVAC equipment | Leave a comment

5 Tips To Ensure Energy Savings Throughout Your Home

By Shawn Mitchell | Published: April 5, 2012

There are countless ways to save energy throughout your home. One way to go about the task is to look at the rooms in your house, and devise ways in

Posted in Energy Savings | Also tagged air filter, energy savings, insulation, Northern Virginia and Maryland, preventive maintenance, utility bills, water heaters | 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 air leaks, conditioned air, ductwork, energy savings, hvac contractor, insulation, Northern Virginia and Maryland | Leave a comment

Precise Control Of Your Heating And Cooling With A Programmable Thermostat

By Shawn Mitchell | Published: October 20, 2011

Everybody wants to save money on heating and cooling costs, but nobody wants to sacrifice home comfort. With a programmable thermostat, you get the best of both worlds: lower energy

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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

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

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

Posted in Air Conditioning, Air Filters, Energy Evaluations, Filtration, Furnaces, Heating, IAQ – Indoor Air Quality, Preventive Maintenance, Service & Maintenance, Technicians, Thermostats | Also tagged air conditioner, condenser, condenser coils, furnace, heating and cooling systems, hvac company, maintenance tasks, Maryland, northern virginia, preventive maintenance | Leave a comment

The Industry Secrets Are Revealed: Know When To Repair And When To Replace

By Shawn Mitchell | Published: September 6, 2011

Your HVAC system plays a large role in how comfortable you feel at home each day. That’s why it’s important to be able to recognize when you can get by

Posted in Air Conditioning, Energy Evaluations, Furnaces, Heating, Preventive Maintenance, Service & Maintenance, Technicians | Also tagged current system, efficiency system, efficiency systems, energy efficiency ratio, energy savings, fuel utilization, furnace systems, high efficiency, hvac system, Maryland, northern virginia, seasonal energy efficiency ratio | Leave a comment

How Degree Days Figure Into Your Energy Calculations

By Shawn Mitchell | Published: August 9, 2011

Degree days are simple calculations used to determine the number of days a location needs heating or air conditioning. This total is then used to predict how much heating fuel or

Posted in Air Conditioning, Energy Evaluations, Heating | Also tagged air conditioning, comfort resource, degree days, efficiency, energy calculations, energy consumption, energy savings, heating and cooling systems, maryland areas, northern virginia, preventive maintenance, resource guide, service appointment, utility bills | Leave a comment

Getting Ready For Your Vacation? Program Your Thermostat Before You Leave, And Spend Your Energy Savings On Your Trip

By Shawn Mitchell | Published: August 2, 2011

When many travelers pack their bags and head out on vacation, they don’t touch the dials on their thermostat. While you may rely on your HVAC system to keep your

Posted in Air Conditioning, Energy Evaluations, Heating, Service & Maintenance, Thermostats | Also tagged air conditioner, comfort resource, energy savings, hvac system, maryland areas, northern virginia, programmable thermostat, thermostats | Leave a comment

Insulation: Why It’s Best To Do It By the Numbers

By Shawn Mitchell | Published: July 5, 2011

Building contractors, inspectors, HVAC professionals and insulating companies are all on the same page when it comes to insulation values. A lot of science, technology and knowledge goes into determining

Posted in Air Conditioning, Energy Evaluations, Heating, Insulation, Ventilation | Also tagged added insulation, best energy, energy saving, heat transfer, hvac professionals, insulation levels, insulation values, maximum energy savings, northern virginia area, peak efficiency | Leave a comment

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