When Is a Plumbing Problem an Emergency?

September 4th, 2017

female homeowner with rubber gloves inspecting under sink plumbingWhen a plumbing problem occurs, especially if it’s late at night or during the weekend, your first reaction is likely that you’ll need to call for emergency repairs. Sometimes, this does prove necessary. However, in other cases, the issue can actually wait, and therefore you can avoid paying more than you might have had to otherwise.

When assessing the situation with your plumbing in Gainesville, VA and determining if it is, in fact, an emergency, consider this:

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How to Permanently Resolve Your Plumbing Problems

August 21st, 2017

plastic pipe with blue cloth tied around it to stop a leakYour plumbing system is one of the most important components of your home, so we understand that when something goes wrong, you want a quick and convenient solution, but this can come with a much higher price than you bargained for: quick and convenient doesn’t always mean permanent! We’ll start this off by saying—the best way to find permanent solutions to your plumbing problems is by hiring a professional Sterling plumber to start with.

Attempting plumbing repairs on your own, or even trusting the neighborhood handyman or an over-enthusiastic “do-it-yourselfer,” may solve your problem temporarily, but you need to get to the root of the issue, which only an expertly trained and highly experienced plumber—such as a member of our team—can do.

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Signs of a Struggling Air Conditioner

August 7th, 2017

technician with tools and tool bag inspecting the outside unit of an air conditionerWe have one of those climates in which we get to enjoy relatively mild winters, and long, hot summers. Since we still have a couple months left of warmer temperatures—with recent weeks being some of the hottest—the condition of your cooling system is very important.

We’d imagine you’re running your AC system on a consistent basis. If you had your air conditioner tuned-up within the last year, and your technicians didn’t raise any cause for concern, then you’ll likely be able to get through the rest of summer without the need for air conditioning repair in Gainesville. If, however, you skipped maintenance this summer, then you may very well run into cooling system trouble, since this is the time of the year that the most stress is put on it.

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How Can UV Light Help Keep You Healthy?

July 24th, 2017

uv-light-help-keep-healthyAlthough cold and flu bugs may be more prevalent in the winter, it doesn’t mean we’re all immune to illness during the rest of the year—particularly if you don’t have the right indoor air quality products in Sterling, VA. True, there’s not a lot you can do to prevent the common cold. However, there is certainly a way to help cut down on the spread of germs in your home once hit by them. We’re talking about a UV air purifier.

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Tips to Avoid Plumbing Emergencies

July 10th, 2017

The plumbing system that snakes its way through your home is vast and complex—involvinavoid-plumbing-emergenciesg many different piping systems and appliances. Your plumbing is one of those things that you rely on the most for your daily comfort.

It can also be one of the hardest to keep in good shape if you don’t know how to. There are a number of steps you can take, however, to ensure that your plumbing system serves you well for years to come. Read further for our tips on how to take good care of your plumbing system and potentially avoid emergency professional plumbing services in Leesburg, VA as a result.

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How Can You Lower Cooling Costs Without Sacrificing Comfort?

June 26th, 2017

lower-cooling-costs-without-sacrificing-comfortWith summer upon us, it’s natural that you may be looking for ways to save money on your cooling costs. Nobody wants to pay an arm and a leg to stay comfortable in their home, but at the same time, you shouldn’t have to sacrifice that comfort just so you don’t break the bank each month!

Fortunately, you don’t have to sacrifice anything if you have the right systems in place and take steps to ensure that your air conditioner is working as efficiently as possible. There are many solutions to both of these challenges, but the one we’re going to talk about today is a zone control system installation in Purcellville, VA.

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Is Your Air Conditioner Ready to Be Replaced?

June 12th, 2017

air-conditioner-ready-replacedThere’s no denying that summertime is well on its way. In fact, with our soaring temperatures the past couple of weeks, we’d guess that you’re already using your air conditioner on a consistent basis. So, if your AC system is on the older side, then we advise you take a close look to determine if it’s going to reliably get you through another cooling season.

If it can, then that’s great. If not, however, then there is no time like the present to have a replacement AC system installed. Doing so, as soon as possible, grants you the benefits of improved efficiency a new system will bring. But what are the signs that you do in fact need Reston, VA air conditioner replacement services?

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How to Help Your AC Last Longer

May 29th, 2017

help-ac-last-longerYour air conditioning system is likely one of the most expensive investments within your home, and as such it’s only natural that you want it to be taken care of. With professional service and careful attention, your cooling system can last a long time, and save you money with better efficiency and lower energy bills in the meantime.

Every air conditioner comes with a manufacturer warranty—usually lasting anywhere from 8–12 years. Ideally, your system will last for many years beyond that—but it can only do that with proper care. There are some small things you can do each summer to keep your air conditioner from working too hard, such as setting your thermostat higher when you aren’t home, wearing lightweight clothes so you don’t need to blast the AC as much, and opening your home in the evening rather than running the air conditioner. You can also ensure that you change your air filter every 1–3 months to protect the interior components.

To truly help your air conditioner last longer, though, there are other Herndon, VA air conditioning services that require the aid of an HVAC professional, which we’ll get to below.

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Refilling Refrigerant and Other Common Air Conditioner Myths

May 15th, 2017

common-air-conditioner-mythsAir conditioner refrigerant has been a hot topic of conversation lately, with R-22 steadily being phased out for a more environmentally friendly version of the fluid. We thought we’d uncover a common misconception about this important component of your air conditioner, as well as a few other Ashburn, VA air conditioning services myths that could be put to rest.

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There’s No Time Like the Present for AC Maintenance!

May 1st, 2017

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As we progress into spring, there’s no better time to start talking about, and scheduling, Sterling, VA air conditioning maintenance. Warmer weather really isn’t that too far off, and when the temperature rises, it often does so with little warning.

So of course, it makes sense that you want to ensure your cooling system is prepared to do its job all summer long. The only way to do this is by scheduling your routine air conditioning maintenance before you need your cooling system on a daily basis.

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