F.H. Furr's Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical Insider Blog

It's a sad day when you must finally admit that it may be the end of your trusty old heating system.

Whether you've had it forever, or it's just begun to break down, you might be wondering what the next step is. You've got a ton of questions; do you try and repair it? Is it time for a replacement? Which is cheaper? And while you mull all these confusing details over in your mind, you're stuck in a cold house with weeks still left of this snowy, cold season.

In a world where new electronics are introduced nearly every day, your electrical system is working overtime to create enough energy to provide the power your house needs! When running multiple devices in your home as well as normal lighting and everyday appliances, you might begin to notice that your electrical system can't take the heat!

With everyone still in the throes of winter, and six more weeks predicted, you might be wondering how you can save energy for the rest of the cold months ahead. If you're like most homeowners, you probably noticed a spike in your last heating bill, and although it can be expected, it certainly isn't welcome! Most Northern Virginia residents begin to question how they can save energy and money when they start to feel the hammer coming down on their wallets. Many of you have heard that turning your thermostat down can save energy...although there has also been rumor that it actually uses more energy because you end up supplementing with space heaters and your gas fireplace to keep warm. Well, we're here to set the record straight!