Category Archives: Service & Maintenance

Put Air-Conditioning Maintenance On Your Spring To-Do List

By Brad Bradley | Published: April 10, 2012

Right now, the weather is just starting to warm up and you’re probably looking forward to springtime. But is your air-conditioning unit as ready as you are? Many people forget

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How To Read The Energy Guide Label

By Brad Bradley | Published: April 5, 2012

You rely on the appliances in your home to provide heating and cooling, heat your water, refrigerate and freeze food, cook your meals, clean your dishes and wash your clothes.

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Safeguarding Your Home Against Gas Leaks

By Brad Bradley | Published: March 13, 2012

Many homes in central Virginia use gas as a heating fuel for furnaces, stoves and water heaters. While gas is usually safe to use, gas leaks pose real danger. Gas

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Red-Tagged Furnace: Smart Decision-Making When You Must Act Fast

By Brad Bradley | Published: March 8, 2012

If your furnace has been red-tagged, getting the situation resolved quickly is a must. With spring still several weeks away, you don’t want to go without heat. Taking fast action

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Your Water Pipes: Should You Be Thinking About Replacing Them?

By Brad Bradley | Published: March 6, 2012

The water pipes in your home work to deliver this essential commodity throughout your home. Although it’s easy to forget about the pipes, neglecting them can cause major damage throughout

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Why NATE Certification Matters When You’re Looking For A Heating And Cooling Contractor

By Brad Bradley | Published: February 16, 2012

Next to your house and vehicles, your HVAC system may be your largest investment, especially in home comfort. When you need a new system, maintenance or service, choosing technicians with

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Choosing A Heat Pump: 6 Things To Keep In Mind

By Brad Bradley | Published: February 7, 2012

When chosen and installed properly, heat pumps are designed to maximize heating and cooling efficiency over traditional comfort systems. However, if you don’t match your home’s needs with the correct

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Factors That Will Affect Your Savings With A Solar System

By Brad Bradley | Published: January 24, 2012

Switching your home’s heating and air conditioning to a solar system is an easy way to make an impact on both the environment and your energy bill. However, several factors

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Greening Your Kitchen: Remodeling For Energy Efficiency, Family Health And Sustainability

By Brad Bradley | Published: January 19, 2012

“Greening” your home – making it more energy efficient and reducing its impact on the environment – benefits not only you and your family but your entire community. The kitchen,

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With A Garage Heater, That Cold Space For Your Cars Can Become A Warm Place For Your Family

By Brad Bradley | Published: January 10, 2012

Garages are often considered little more than storage areas, the place where we put our cars, lawn equipment, and maybe some boxed-up household goods or tools. With a little work,

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