B&B Air Conditioning & Heating Service Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Rockville’

You Need Professionals to Handle Your AC Maintenance

Monday, April 1st, 2024
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As the seasons change, ensuring your air conditioning system is in top shape becomes not just a matter of comfort but of health and efficiency. Many homeowners are savvy enough to handle minor maintenance tasks, such as replacing filters or cleaning vents. However, when it comes to ensuring the longevity and efficiency of your AC unit, nothing beats the expertise and precision of professional maintenance. Here at B&B, your local Rockville HVAC contractor, we emphasize the necessity of annual professional check-ups alongside your regular DIY care, ensuring your system operates flawlessly year-round.

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Do Heat Pumps Work in East Coast Weather?

Monday, September 18th, 2023

Heat pumps are a great way to heat and cool a home. But do they work in our region? The good news is, heat pump systems are an excellent option for our area. Like everything, heat pumps have both pros and cons to consider. If you’re thinking about an air conditioning replacement in Rockville, MD, our team can offer an in-home assessment. 

We can review how a heat pump would be set up and how it would work in your home. And even if you don’t think a heat pump is right for your family, we can go over all of your different air conditioning options so you can pick the best system for your unique needs. Keep reading to learn more about the benefits of having a heat pump here on the East Coast in both summer and winter.

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Yes, Your Tankless Water Heater Needs Maintenance

Monday, September 4th, 2023

You know about scheduling maintenance for your air conditioner, and you may even know that your tank water heater needs annual maintenance. But what about a tankless water heater? This system need maintenance just like any other appliances in your home.

In fact, scheduling professional maintenance for your tankless water heater may be even more important than you know. Or if you’re thinking about switching to a tankless water heater, give our team a call for water heater installation in Rockville, MD. You can also keep reading to learn more about ways that you can take part in maintaining your tankless water heater, as well as the benefits of professional maintenance.

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How Duct Services Can Improve Your Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)

Monday, June 26th, 2023

You probably already know that your air conditioner helps to improve indoor air quality. If you want to make your indoor air quality even better, you can invest in a whole house air purifier. But before taking that step, there are other ways to improve your indoor air quality. 

One way to improve your indoor air quality is scheduling duct services in Rockville, MD. Your ductwork is a major component to your air conditioner, and keeping those pieces in excellent condition is a great way to reduce the chance of dust getting into your home. You can keep reading to learn more about the benefits of duct cleaning and duct sealing. 

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How to Know When It’s Time For New Water Heater Installation

Monday, June 12th, 2023
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Your water heater is designed to last for a long time with proper care, but it won’t last forever. Eventually, you will have to replace your water heater with a newer model. The question is, when? The good news is, there are some signs that will help you know when your water heater is approaching the end of its life. 

If you notice any of the signs that we are highlighting below, give her team a call for water heater installation in Rockville, MD. In the meantime, you can keep reading to learn more about how you know when it’s time to begin thinking about a new water heater.

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Energy-Efficient Water Heater Replacement: Benefits and Savings

Monday, May 15th, 2023
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If you’re thinking about a new water heater, you don’t have to wait for your current system to break down completely in order to replace it. If your water heater is getting up in age, it may make sense to replace the unit sooner so that you can benefit from improved efficiency.

When you have questions about water heater replacement in Rockville, MD, our team is here to help. We are the experts in the area, and we can help you make an educated decision about what type of water heater you want for your home. In fact, you can keep reading to learn more about the benefits of investing in an energy-efficient water heater for your home.

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Why We Recommend Standby Generators for Local Homeowners

Monday, March 6th, 2023
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Have you thought about getting a generator for your home? We understand your concerns: extended power outages have started to happen more often because of an increase in stormy weather on the East Coast and issues with aging power grids. You may have started to investigate the different options and pricing for generators.

We work with generators and based on our experience we recommend that you have a standby generator installed for your home. We’ll go into how these generators work and why they’re the best choice for protecting your home and family during a lengthy loss of electrical power.

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When Is It Best to Get a New Water Heater?

Monday, February 20th, 2023
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Because you rely on a steady supply of hot water whenever you need it to get through most days, the water heater is one of the most important appliances in your house. It’s important to know when the time comes to get a new water heater since you don’t want to wait too long and have your current water heater fail on you right when you need it.

It isn’t always easy to tell when your water heater is coming to the end of its service life. Homeowners often don’t pay too much attention to their water heater as long as they’re still getting hot water from their taps. In this post, we’ll take a closer look at how to know when it’s time for a new water heater installation in Rockville, MD.

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Do I Need Air Filters or Air Purifiers for My Home?

Monday, January 9th, 2023
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Your New Years’ Resolution: “I’ll breathe cleaner air in my home for 2023!”

Okay, maybe you didn’t write your resolution out exactly like that. You probably put down something like, “Get healthier this year.” That can involve changing your diet, exercising more, keeping up with doctors’ appointments, and more. Breathing cleaner air is certainly a good way to get healthier, and you can significantly improve your home’s air with the right IAQ (indoor air quality) devices.

For starters, do you need air purifiers or air filters for your home?

Surprise, this is something of a trick question! These two aren’t mutually exclusive—you can have both! And in many cases, you’ll need both.

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Why We Recommend Regular Water Heater Flushes

Monday, December 26th, 2022
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A water heater is a powerful appliance that you and your family rely on almost every day in your home. Any device that does that much work requires occasional maintenance to keep it in good working order. We recommend you schedule water heater service in Rockville, MD once a year for your water heater.

One of the maintenance jobs for a water heater is a tank flush. This isn’t necessarily done every year during maintenance, but your water heater does require it at least every few years. You can find instructions online for doing a tank flush on your own, but we don’t recommend this—the process is too complicated and requires numerous special parts. Our technicians can get the job done fast and accurately.

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