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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, heating and cooling systems, hvac equipment, maryland areas, northern virginia, preventive maintenance, upgrading HVAC equipment | Leave a comment

How UV-Light Systems Keep Germs At Bay

By Shawn Mitchell | Published: December 22, 2011

Cold and flu season is imminent so now is the best time to prepare your home with tools that can help protect the health of you and your family. UV-light

Posted in Air ducts, IAQ – Indoor Air Quality, Insulation, UV Lights | Also tagged heating ventilation and air conditioning, hvac heating, indoor air quality, Maryland, northern virginia, uv light | Leave a comment

Modern Mechanical’s Preventive Maintenance “HomeGuard” Program Saves Homeowners Money

By Shawn Mitchell | Published: December 20, 2011

If you’re a homeowner in the Northern Virginia and Maryland area, and want to ensure that your heating and cooling system runs optimally and efficiently all year long, then you

Posted in IAQ – Indoor Air Quality, Preventive Maintenance, Service & Maintenance | Also tagged Maryland, northern virginia, preventive maintenance | Leave a comment

Set Your Whole-House Humidification System To Gain Energy Savings This Year

By Shawn Mitchell | Published: December 6, 2011

Did you know that the humidity levels in your house can affect your energy savings? That’s because relative humidity affects your comfort, your thermostat settings, and how hard your HVAC

Posted in Heating, Humidifier, Ventilation | Also tagged energy savings, humidification systems, humidity level, maryland areas, northern virginia | Leave a comment

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

Posted in Energy Evaluations, Service & Maintenance | Also tagged energy savings, heating and air conditioning, hvac contractor, Northern Virginia and Maryland, proper maintenance | 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, air leaks, comfort settings, ductwork, energy efficiency, heat pump, heat pumps, hvac contractor, hvac technician, 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 air leaks, blanket insulation, climate control system, cold air, energy bills, home insulation, insulated panels, insulation r values, Maryland, northern virginia | 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, heating and cooling, high efficiency, Maryland, northern virginia, seasonal energy efficiency ratio | 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 air leaks, conditioned air, ductwork, energy bill, energy saving tips, energy savings, energy use, furnace, hvac contractor, Maryland, nate, northern virginia, preventive maintenance, programmable thermostat, reputable contractor, seal air | Leave a comment

What Factors Contribute To The Efficiency Of Furnace Filters?

By Shawn Mitchell | Published: August 25, 2011

Furnace filters are designed to trap particles such as dust, dander, mold spores, pollen from being circulated in the air you breathe. If you’re looking for an efficient filter to

Posted in Air Filters, Filtration, Furnaces, Heating, IAQ – Indoor Air Quality, Service & Maintenance | Also tagged air filter, carbon filters, furnace filter, furnace filters, hepa filter, high efficiency, indoor air quality, Maryland, merv rating, mold spores, northern virginia, pollutants | Leave a comment

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