by Joe Wagner | Dec 15, 2021 | Cold Weather, Heating System, Indoor Air, Maintenance
What Makes A Heat Pump Unit Freeze Up? A heat pump system works by circulating refrigerant to draw warmth out of the outside air in the heating season and bring it inside. Then, in the cooling season, it draws the warmth out of the inside air and disperses it outside....
by Mikaela Bailey | Dec 20, 2020 | Cold Weather, Home Care, Ventilation, Water Damage
Some homes and businesses feature roof vents that help air flow through the attic of the house and serve as an extra source of ventilation for the home. Though you may not see them, they play a key role in keeping your home comfortable. During the winter, many...
by Mikaela Bailey | Sep 10, 2020 | Air Conditioning, Cold Weather, Maintenance, Water Damage
Any resident of Northern Virginia knows that each season is experienced to its fullest; blazing Summer days, rainy Spring afternoons, breezy Autumn mornings, and, of course, snowy Winter nights. The weather obviously impacts the outfits you choose to wear and your...
by Joe Wagner | Jul 16, 2019 | Air Conditioning, Cold Weather, Heating System, Indoor Air, Maintenance
Not all household maintenance issues can wait for a regular appointment. Some problems with your heating and cooling system on a hot or cold enough day can put lives in danger if not attended to fast. Here are some pointers about how to tell if you have an emergency...
by Joe Wagner | Mar 14, 2019 | Air Conditioning, Cold Weather, Heating System, Indoor Air, Thermostat
If you want to save money on food you have several options: eat out less, buy cheaper brands, do more from scratch, etc. But you usually don’t have alternatives to turn to for utilities like power, water, and gas. Saving money on utilities is almost entirely a game of...
by Joe Wagner | Feb 22, 2019 | Cold Weather, Heating System, Indoor Air
Why You Could Use A Humidifier This Winter If you live north of the tropics, low indoor humidity is a problem every winter. Cold air is drier because it can’t hold as much moisture as warm air, and indoor air that’s gone through your heating system will be just as...