HVAC News & Information
We receive countless calls every time the temperatures drop below normal ranges, as homeowners here in Annapolis encounter problems with their home’s heating system. With the record-low temperatures and extreme conditions most of the country is currently experiencing, our Bay Breeze Heating & Cooling professionals want to share some insights and tips with you to keep your indoors cozy while Old Man Winter blusters away outdoors.
According to the US Department of Energy (DOE), there are approximately 50,000 geothermal heat pumps installed in the United States each year.
Our team at Bay Breeze Heating & Cooling regularly gets calls about frozen heat pumps. Though common, a heat pump freeze-up usually means your system’s components are not working correctly. Sometimes you can fix it yourself. But oftentimes, you will need to call a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) professional, like us, as the problem may require a part replacement or complex repair.
During the colder months of a Maryland winter, frozen pipes can be a real concern. It is not only about the pipes freezing and you not having water. The bigger issue is when the pipes burst, causing all levels of havoc and damage to your home.
Let’s face it—there’s never a good time for the heat to go out in your Maryland home. You certainly don’t want to wait until your heating system stops working for you to realize you need a replacement!
Get ready for cooler weather here in Davidsonville — fall is around the corner! When the outdoor temperatures start to drop, you probably will spend more time inside your home.
It is an “Oh no!” moment when you approach your home’s thermostat and see its screen is blank. Is it serious? Does it mean your furnace, heat pump, or air conditioning is broken? Not necessarily. In fact, most of the time, it is something minor and can be easily fixed.
Winters here in Maryland can get pretty cold. If you want to remain comfortable regardless of how low the outdoor temperature drops, prepare your heating system so that it runs efficiently and keeps you warm.
Heat pumps offer you more efficiency. Geothermal and water-source heat pumps, in particular, are incredibly efficient since they use a minimal amount of electricity to transfer heat.
If you don’t have a humidifier in your Crofton home, then you may not be aware of just how useful these devices can truly be. Humidifiers are particularly handy in the winter but can be helpful during any season because they offer a significant number of benefits, including providing better indoor air quality (IAQ) for your Maryland home.