Archive for October 2017
Space Heater Safety Tips | R. A. Styron | Chesapeake VA | Heating
In order to save money in the colder months, many people opt to use a space heater to heat one room rather than heat the entire structure. Regardless of your plan, it is important to be cautious. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) estimates that nearly 18,000 residential fires every year are associated with the use…
Read MoreAll About Air Filters | R.A. Styron | Chesapeake VA HVAC
10 Questions That Explore the Ins and Outs of Home-Air Filtration Any home or structure that has conditioned air running through duct work also has an air filter that needs to be changed regularly. The air filter stands as an unobtrusive sentry of home air, and they’re often so out of sight and mind that…
Read MoreCommon HVAC Terms You May Want to Know – R.A. Styron
Your air conditioning system has a lot of components, working parts and mechanisms with names that most people don’t use on a daily basis. While your consultant should make sure you understand everything, having a grasp on the terminology will help you make the best decision for your home. You may hear several different terms…
Read MoreChoosing and Installing Geothermal Heat Pumps | R.A. Styron Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc.
These geothermal heating and cooling units installed in the basement of a new home are tied to a complex array of underground coils to keep indoor temperatures comfortable. | Photo courtesy of ©iStockphoto/BanksPhotos When selecting and installing a geothermal heat pump, consider the heating and cooling efficiency, the economics of the system, and your site’s…
Read MoreTankless Vs. Traditional Tank Water Heaters | RA Styron | Virginia Beach Va Plumbing
If you’re contemplating on replacing your traditional water heater with a new and upgraded tankless water heater you probably have a lot of questions. Let us help you make the right decision. One of the first considerations, of course, is cost effectiveness. While a tankless water heater will most certainly save you money every month…
Read MoreHVAC Preventive Maintenance Tips for Fall and Winter | RA Styron | Chesapeake VA
Have you serviced your heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) system for the winter period? Whether you are a homeowner or a property manager, you will need to find a reliable HVAC professional to help you service your HVAC system. A well maintained and serviced HVAC system is highly efficient in both its functionality and…
Read MoreHVACR Leaders Discuss Hurricane Recovery Assistance Contractors, manufacturers, and organizations extend a helping hand | R.A. Styron
Hurricane Damage hvac DAMAGED GOODS: Hurricanes Harvey and Irma recently swept through Texas, Louisiana, and leaving a devastating trail of destruction. PHOTOS COURTESY OF HVACI; HTTP://HVACI.CO Hurricane Damage hvac REPAIR OR REPLACE: HVAC systems are designed and engineered to operate within specific physical parameters. When units are subjected to operational conditions outside of those parameters,…
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