What is the difference between an ERV and HRV system?
All homes need ventilation, whether natural or mechanical with an ERV or HRV system. Buildings and houses are no longer constructed leaking heat and moist air the way they used to be; we now build them as airtight as we can, especially Passive House or LEED certified homes. This makes mechanical ventilation essential in these high […]
What to set the thermostat to in the summer and the winter and why it is different
Things can get a bit uncomfortable when temperatures get extreme. Be it the summers or winters, Mother Nature has her own ways of regulating things, and some of these situations might not be very pleasing. Your home’s ideal temperature for your heating and cooling system should provide convenience and comfort to your indoor environment. Thermostat […]
Why are larger filters important for new and modern units
Air filter, how important are they really? The short answer: VERY! It may seem like a hassle to change your HVAC filter every 30 days, but every time you change your filter, you’re doing yourself and your system a favor. Understanding how air filters work and what they do for you could take some of […]
Tune-ups and why it is important to maintain your system regularly.
Heat pump and furnace tune-ups are often overlooked by many homeowners. As an HVAC company that has been around since 1956, we’ve answered thousands of customer questions. One of the questions we hear over and over is this: “Are furnace and heat pumps tune-ups really necessary?” Well, the simple answer is Yes, All heating and […]
Best Furnace for your home – Trane vs Buderus vs Lennox Furnace Review 2020
Staying comfortable during the cold months starts with having the right heating solution for your home that runs smoothly and efficiently all season long and that’s why buying a new furnace can be a very daunting proposition. Although, there are a few main things that homeowners will want to take into consideration when deciding which […]
When Is The Best Time To Buy An HVAC system?
Purchasing a new HVAC system is no small decision and is often coupled with a big financial investment. The majority of HVAC systems are designed to operate for about 20 years, and if you plan to be in the same house for that long or longer, you’ll likely need to replace the HVAC system at […]
HVAC Systems: Determining What Size Is Best For Your Home
HVAC Systems: Determining What Size Is Best For Your Home Staying comfortable without breaking the bank is one of the key tenets of any homeowner, and deciding the right HVAC system is no exception. If a given system is too small, your home won’t evenly distribute heat or cool air, leaving different temperature spots throughout. […]
Goodbye Dry: Lennox Healthy Climate Solutions® Humidifiers Provide Relief
Colder weather means dry air. Dry air is not only an annoyance—it can be a hazard to your health and your house. Dry air can cause chapped skin, aggravated respiratory ailments, static shocks, dried-up houseplants, out-of tune musical instruments, cracked and warped furniture, separations in wood floors, and gaps in moldings.
You Can’t Control Summer Temperatures, But You Can Control Your Energy Costs
Leonard Splaine For more information contact: Ted Leonard 703-494-2855 Release Date: August 6, 2019 Woodbridge, Va- With temperatures rising and energy costs soaring, there are a variety of steps you can take to cut the expenses of cooling your home. “Cooling and heating equipment use more energy than any other appliance. This inevitably shows up […]