• Water Heater

    What Causes Leaks in My Water Heater?

    If a water heater receives regular maintenance as well as repairs whenever they are required, it should serve a home for many years with a steady and sufficient supply of hot water. But eventually a water heater will run into problems, and one of the more common is water leaking from the tank or other connection points.

  • Air Conditioning

    The Role of Refrigerant in Your Air Conditioner

    A common misunderstanding that people often have regarding air conditioning systems is that ice is used at some point in the process of cooling the air. This is why it’s easy to ignore the formation of ice along the evaporator coil—which is actually a sign of a major malfunction in the system that needs to be addressed.

  • Air Conditioning

    Getting More Out of Your Air Conditioning in Arlington, VA

    When it comes to air conditioning, Arlington, VA residents know the value of reliability. Our hot, muggy days make cool comfortable air a necessity, and most of us prefer to get that air without breaking the bank in high monthly bills.

  • General

    Are Maintenance Contracts Worth the Money?

    One of the questions we hear frequently from customers is if a maintenance contract for their HVAC system is actually worth the expenditure. The simple answer is, “absolutely!” But of course, there’s more to explain.

  • Air Conditioning

    Does Frayed Wiring Necessitate Air Conditioning Repair in Alexandria, VA?

    Frayed wiring can be a concern no matter where it appears, and usually requires the services of a trained professional to address. Have no doubts: frayed wiring definitely necessitates air conditioning repair, usually sooner rather than later.

  • General

    Common Heat Pump Repair Needs

    One of the great advantages of having a heat pump for your house—indeed, what many people would call the greatest advantage of a heat pump—is that it can work all year long keeping you comfortable, no matter the season.

  • Air Conditioning

    As Summer Winds Down, Watch for These Potential Air Conditioning Problems

    We hope that you’re enjoying the waning days of summer here in Northern Virginia. We also hope that you haven’t experienced any serious troubles with your home’s air conditioning system that might have interrupted the cool indoors you expect during this time of the year.

  • Air Conditioning

    Problems with Your Air Conditioner’s Compressor

    The end of summer is a period when you’ll still be running your air conditioner steadily but also have to deal with the immense amount of strain from the many months it’s been working. This is when you’re most likely to encounter AC malfunctions.

  • Air Conditioning

    Three Ways in Which Your Air Conditioning Installation in Arlington, VA Can Make it or Break it

    In Arlington, VA, we need our air conditioning systems to hold back the heat and humidity of summer. A reliable air conditioning system can keep your home a comfortable temperature no mate how high the mercury rises outside.

  • Indoor Air Quality

    Pollutants That Professionally Installed Air Filters Will Remove

    Since indoor air quality is a major concern today in the country (the EPA estimates that the air inside a home is often 3 to 4 times worse than that outside) people are looking for an effective way to remove the many contaminants that may be floating around their air. There are many solutions to poor indoor air quality, but the most common is the installation of media air filters, which trap particles as they try to move through them.

  • Air Conditioning

    Alexandria, VA Air Conditioning FAQ: What is Refrigerant?

    Refrigerant is a catch-all term referring to various types of chemicals used in air conditioning systems: necessary to cool the air in your home and generally make life more comfortable. In Alexandria, VA, air conditioning is vital during the heat and humidity of summer.

  • Water Heater

    Why Am I Not Receiving Enough Hot Water for My Home?

    You depend on a supply of hot water in your home every day for numerous tasks. It’s hard to take a shower each morning without hot water, and getting cooking and cleaning done is tough and sometimes impossible when there’s insufficient hot water coming from the water heater.

  • General,Water Heater

    My Water Heater Is Rusty: Should I Replace It?

    Rust is never a good sign—on anything. Although you might expect to notice rust on your water heater at some point because it has water in contact with metal, rust and other types of corrosion are generally rare for a water heater until it’s near the end of its service life.

  • Water Heater

    What Does a Tankless Water Heater Installation Entail?

    As its name implies, a tankless water heater system brings hot water to your home without using a tank. Instead, water circulates through a heat exchange, which raises its temperature before passing it on to your faucet. That saves energy...

  • Air Conditioning

    What Is A Split System AC?

    If you’re in the market for a new AC, or just plain curious about the various types and brands on offer, then you may have wondered about what a “split” system is. Whether you are thinking about a heat pump, central air conditioner, or ductless mini split, they are all split systems.