Why Your AC Might Cost More to Run This Summer
Summer is coming and that means your air conditioning unit will soon be called into service once again. We’re all accustomed to paying more for air conditioning in the summer, when our need is highest and we use the A/C the most often.
Why Poor Boiler Installation Leads to Problems
A new boiler represents a significant investment in your home, and if properly installed, it can be a great boon to your household. That’s a big if, however, especially if you choose an installation service that isn’t up to snuff. Here in Bethesda…
The Pros and Cons of Tankless Water Heaters
Tankless water heaters, as their name implies, are systems that heat up your water without using a standing tank like most people are accustomed to. The water passes through heated coils that instantly warms it and continues to provide hot water as long as the water is turned on.
The Advantages and Disadvantages of Copper Piping
In the long history of plumbing, many different materials have been used, starting with hollowed-out wood. In the era of modern indoor plumbing, the most popular material for many decades was galvanized steel, which proved more durable than any metal used before.
Safety Features in Gas Furnaces
The modern gas furnace has improved in safety by immense leaps over the models of fifty years ago. Although natural gas-powered furnaces still have a reputation as potential safety hazards, this is largely a myth: with proper annual maintenance…
Heating Tip: Components of a Gas Furnace
Gas furnaces remain the go-to option for many household heating systems, providing cheap reliable heat to keep your home cozy and comfortable. Because it’s such a vital part of the home, and because it periodically requires repair just like any other mechanical system…
Why You Need Backflow Testing
Backflow is a potentially hazardous problem that can affect your plumbing. It refers to when your home’s wastewater enters into your fresh water supply, a mixture that can lead to serious health problems. Your home’s plumbing…
How Does a Sump Pump Work?
A sump pump is a device placed in your basement designed to protect your home from flooding. Most of the time, it works during heavy rainstorms, which we get our share of here in Maryland. In the unfortunate event of burst pipes…
Who Wrote the First Valentine’s Day Poem?
The celebration of Valentine’s Day is often seen as a modern institution, even if the roots of the holiday go back to Late Antiquity and the figures of St. Valentine of Rome and St. Valentine of Terni. It’s difficult to separate our view of February 14th…
Which Heating System Needs the Fewest Repairs?
Heating systems need to do their job day in and day out, and as the seasons roll on, they’re going to face their share of repairs. Heating repair in Rockville is readily available, but ideally you don’t want it to get that far. When considering a new system…