Ask Furr: Is Licensed, Bonded & Insured Important?
Q: “Your company says that they’re “licensed, bonded and insured“. I’ve done the research and a lot of other companies don’t seem to be able to say that. What is a “Licensed, Bonded and Insured” company vs. one that isn’t?” -Cindy C. Great Falls, VA This question posed by one of our new customers is one […]
Ask Furr: I think my garbage disposal is stuck, what do I do?
“I think my garbage disposal is stuck; what do I do?” Question submitted by Laura W. Fair Lakes, VA Garbage disposals can be finicky. One minute you’re washing the dishes (which you should be applauded for because, let’s face it, no one likes doing dishes); the next, you’re flipping the switch and hearing the sound […]
Ask Furr: How do I change my HVAC Air Filter?
Question Submitted by Angie L. Gainesville, VA: “How do I change my HVAC air filter?” Maybe it started out feeling a little stuffy, so you turned the A/C up higher…then you noticed that after a couple of hours, it still stayed at a balmy 74 degrees. You didn’t panic. You turned to the “Google machine” […]
Ask Furr: Noticing Smelly Water? What’s the Cause?
Question submitted by Courtney S. Fairfax VA You might have noticed it only here and there at first…but then it became more prominent. Finally, you’ve realized that the smell of rotten eggs is coming from your sink! We know that this is a rough place to be. It can be embarrassing when guests are over […]
Ask F.H. Furr: I Think I Have an HVAC Freon Leak. What Should I Do?
“I think I have an HVAC Freon leak…what should I do?” Question submitted by: Amy L. in Bristow, VA It’s almost summer, and you probably began to feel the start of the heat seeping into your home when the AC was turned off. If you turned it on for the first time this week, you […]
Ask Furr: My Toilet Is ALWAYS Running! What's The Cause?
“My Toilet Is CONSTANTLY Running! What’s The Cause?” Question Submitted by Judy L. Fairfax, VA Running toilets are a common problem in many Northern Virginia households. Homeowners may not realize it, or they’ve become immune to the sound of running water and ignore it; both scenarios are problems. If you’ve been plagued by the never […]
Beware Of Dangerous Contractors: 3 Tips To Follow
When someone comes to the door, most homeowners are generally cautious. The doorbell rings, and they warn their children not to answer to strangers. But what if that person is a contractor, someone you’ve hired to get a job done in your home? Are they still considered a stranger, or do they become trustworthy since […]
Ask Furr: What precautions can I take against freezing pipes?
We’ve all seen news stories on the disastrous effects that freezing pipes can have in Northern Virginia. So how can you prevent them in your home? Here are some tips and facts that can help you stay ahead of the game. Why Are Freezing Pipes A Problem? Ever put a can of soda in the […]
Ask Furr: Why Is My House Dry? There’s A Static Electricity Overload!
“Why Is My House So Dry?”-Question Submitted by Sandra W. South Riding, VA It’s that time of year again! The time when touching a door handle can give you a jolt of static shock, and your hair provides enough electricity to power a lightbulb. If you and your family are tentatively touching metal and using […]
Is An HVAC Inspection Critical Ever New Year?
Question submitted by: Cece Herndon. Gaithersburg, Maryland “Why is a heating inspection important at the start of the year?” You hear it constantly toward the end of the year, “It’s time to get your heating inspected before the new year begins!”, but Cece is asking us WHY this is? Why is this golden rule constantly […]
