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5 Signs Your Water Heater Needs Repair. Service and repair of gas tankless water heater concept.

5 Signs Your Water Heater Needs Repair

October 15, 2024

But like any hardworking appliance, it can run into issues from time to time. Knowing the signs that your water heater needs repair can save you from a cold shower or a major plumbing disaster. Here are five key indicators from Comfort Defender that your water heater might be in trouble:

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How Do I Know When I Need a New Furnace? Group of friends having a joyful weekend. They are sitting on the floor, eating, drinking and talking.

How Do I Know When I Need a New Furnace?

September 30, 2024

Let’s face it—there’s never a good time for the heat to go out in your Virginia home. You certainly don’t want to wait until your heating system stops working for you to realize you need a replacement!

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Thermostat 101 Basics. A woman changing the temperature on her thermostat.

Thermostat 101 Basics

September 15, 2024

In the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) industry, your thermostat is the undisputed leader of the heating and cooling team. It signals your furnace and air conditioner (AC) when to turn on and off. Whenever your thermostat detects a temperature change that’s different from the desired setting in your Reston home, it barks out a new directive to adjust the indoor climate.

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All About Water Softeners Problems—and How to Fix Them. The water valve on the pipe in farm.

All About Water Softeners Problems—and How to Fix Them

August 29, 2024

Hard water refers to water with a high mineral content, primarily calcium and magnesium. While safe to drink or cook with, these minerals can cause scale buildup in pipes and appliances, reduce soap effectiveness, and leave spots on dishes and glassware.

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Is My Home Energy Efficient?

August 12, 2024

You hear it all the time—buy energy-efficient heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment to lower your Virginia utility bills! But what about creating an energy efficient home?

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5 Ways to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality

July 29, 2024

What do you think of when you hear about air pollution? You might immediately imagine a giant cloud of smoke, cars spewing exhaust, or a trash incinerator––but have you ever thought about your own home in Centreville?

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5 Ways to Save Money On Your AC and Summer Energy Bill

July 15, 2024

The US Department of Energy (DOE) says air conditioning can account for 35 to 40 percent of your utility bill here in Virginia. At Comfort Defender, we take energy efficiency seriously.

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5 Common AC Problems. Running air conditioning unit.

5 Common AC Problems

June 28, 2024

When you change out a dirty filter for a clean one, your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment use up to 15 percent less energy monthly, according to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). Plus, it’s able to properly catch dust and debris, boosting your indoor air quality (IAQ).

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What Are Zone Control Systems?

June 14, 2024

Reducing the stress on your HVAC equipment extends the service life of your entire system. It also lowers your monthly utility bills. According to the US Department Department of Energy (DOE), heating and cooling your home accounts for upwards of 40 percent of your energy costs.

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When Do I Need to Replace My Pipes? A man mopping up water.

When Do I Need to Replace My Pipes?

May 30, 2024

The pipes in your house are used daily and hidden from view, so they are easy to overlook and forget about. They might be out of sight, but those pipes need maintenance just like any other plumbing or HVAC system in your home.

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