Signs You Should Replace Your Heat Pump
The decision to replace major equipment can be a difficult one. How do you know when to call it quits on a part of your heating and cooling system that is as important as the heat pump?
Heating Guide: How to Monitor Heat Flow from Furnace Registers
Of the many kinds of heating systems, forced air furnaces are among the simplest in Rockville and monitoring the flow of heat is as simple as checking the registers and feeling the flow. At the furnace, usually in the basement or a central location…
Kensington HVAC Question: What Is Air Purification?
The air around us is getting more and more polluted these days in Kensington, and people are trying to do more and more to combat it. Cars come with ratings like “ultra-low emission vehicle” and windmills generate power from moving air…
HVAC Guide: How to Install a Programmable Thermostat
Programmable thermostats are one of the best ways to save on heating costs, especially if you have a hard time remembering to turn down the heat in your Montgomery Village home. Installing a programmable thermostat will allow you to…
Heat Pump Tips: What Happens When You Neglect Maintenance
Just like any HVAC system, the heat pump in your Kensington home needs routine maintenance and yearly check-ups to operate as efficiently and safely as possible. You also don’t want your heat pump to wear down…
Heating Advice: Simple Steps to Prevent Heat Loss
There are two fundamental ways to make your Silver Spring house warmer. One is to generate heat, which is the job of your furnace or boiler. The second is to keep the warm air in — and thereby keep cold air out…
Happy Valentine’s Day from Your Local Heating and Air Conditioning Contractor!
Everyone at Tuckers Air Conditioning & Heating wishes you a very happy Valentine’s Day! We hope you have a day filled with lots of candy, flowers, and Valentines! Today is all about showing your appreciation for those you love…
HVAC Advice: Seasonal Air Quality Control
For people who suffer from seasonal allergies in Derwood, air quality is a key concern. Allergens in the air cause brutal bouts of sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes and even sinus headaches. Even taking refuge indoors will often…
Indoor Air Quality FAQ: Things Your Air Filter Can’t Filter
Air filters are great to have in your Chevy Chase home. Many people who own air filters, especially those who suffer from allergies or asthma, swear by them as being very beneficial to their health and general well-being. They help you feel comfortable…
Heating Installation Question: What Is a Load Calculation and Why Is It Important?
An integral part of designing and installing a heating, ventilation and cooling system in our Olney home is the load calculation. Calculating the load of a room, home, or building essentially consists of determining…