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Should I turn my AC off when I leave for vacation?
Deciding whether to turn your air conditioner off before a vacation involves balancing energy savings with indoor comfort and home protection. Turning the AC completely off can reduce energy use while you are away, but in hot or humid climates…
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Air Conditioning
Flooded HVAC Equipment May Need to Be Replaced
When HVAC equipment becomes flooded, water can damage electrical components, corrode metal parts, and allow contaminants into the system, which may reduce performance or create safety risks and mean that replacement is the safest option; this article explains how to…
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Air Conditioning | Heating
Do I Need a Programmable Thermostat or Smart Thermostat?
As we finally head into warmer weather in Northern Virginia, we’ll be adjusting our thermostats to cool our homes and control humidity. A good thermostat can not only make your home comfortable but also lower energy bills. Let’s take a look…
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Air Conditioning | Heating
Should I Invest in an AC Replacement or Repair?
Deciding whether to repair or replace your air conditioner comes down to evaluating the system’s age, the severity and frequency of problems, the cost of repairs compared to replacement, and how long you plan to stay in your home, and…
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Air Conditioning
Spring Forward and Change Smoke Detector Batteries This W...
This Saturday night when we go to bed, don’t forget to turn your clock an hour ahead. Although we’ll all be a little sleepier on Sunday, we’ll be able to enjoy longer days from then until November — and hopefully,…
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Air Conditioning | Heating | Indoor Air Quality
Let Snell Help You Breathe Better as Spring Allergy Seaso...
Many of us at Snell are looking forward to spring in Northern Virginia, but as beautiful plants and trees begin to bloom, pollen will be blown into the air and allergy symptoms will skyrocket. Your best bet for comfortable living…
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Indoor Air Quality