Efficiency
From replacing aging systems to new installations, AJ Michaels delivers
the perfect hot water solution for your home.
As independent experts, we're not tied to any single brand – meaning you get unbiased recommendations and custom solutions that truly fit your home's needs and budget.
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When You Know About Us, You'll Choose Us. Here's Why.
FACTORS THAT REDUCE FURNACE LIFE EXPECTANCY
As we’ve discussed, furnace life expectancy can vary quite a bit. Some of the factors that affect your furnace’s life are out of your control, such as sizing and installation of your furnace which are typically determined by your HVAC contractor. Other factors, such as maintenance and thermostat settings are in your hands. Let’s take a closer look:
FURNACE SIZE
It’s important to have an appropriately sized system for your home.
Shorter cycles create more wear and tear on the parts of a furnace, so if the system is larger than necessary, it will turn on and off too quickly.
Furnaces that are too small for the space may stay on too long and struggle to heat your home, which can also add wear and tear on parts.
POOR FURNACE INSTALLATION
Poor installation can affect the lifespan of your furnace for a number of reasons. This is why it’s so important to select a qualified HVAC professional, like your local Carrier expert, to install your system.
Poorly designed, sized, or sealed ductwork impacting airflow can affect your comfort and system efficiency
Poor drainage system for high efficiency furnaces
Incorrectly installed fuel lines
LACK OF ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
When you ignore recommended maintenance, dirty buildup on heat exchangers, burners, fan blades can reduce you’re the life of your furnace in a number of ways:
Restricted airflow from dirty filters can make the system work harder
Imbalanced fans can affect the life of motors
Less efficient heat transfer from heat exchangers can make the system work harder
THERMOSTAT SETTINGS
Your personal comfort preferences can affect the life expectancy of your gas furnace. The U.S. Department of energy recommends setting your heating system thermostat at 68° Fahrenheit during the winter for both energy efficiency and adequate comfort.1 Keep in mind that a thermostat set too high or too low can make the system run more frequently, which can reduce its lifespan.
TODAY'S ADVANCED WATER HEATING TECHNOLOGY
With higher efficiency ratings and groundbreaking designs, today's advanced water heaters are part of an exciting new era in water heating. One of the most efficient types of water heaters is a hybrid heat pump water heater by A.O. Smith. Households using electric water heating and a heat pump for space conditioning can reduce water heating costs by installing a hybrid heat pump system. While these systems may cost more on the front end to install, they typically pay for themselves within two years due to the annual savings in energy.
AJ Michaels also installs tankless water heaters that heat your home's water only when it is needed and keeps it hot until you are finished using it. With a tankless system, you can enjoy endless hot water without wasting energy. Unlike traditional water heaters, tankless water heaters have no storage tank, which saves you space and is up to 30% more cost efficient.
Plus, rebates up to $3,600 are available through Federal tax credits, BGE Smart Energy Savers and EmPOWER Maryland that typically offset the cost of these newer models compared to a standard electric water heater. All that is required is a home energy audit (also available through AJ Michaels) to be performed.
In addition to A.O. Smith, AJ Michaels installs other top-of-the-line brands, including American Standard, Rheem and State.
In many cases AJ Michaels can install a replacement heater the same day a customer calls and receives a quote!
Higher Efficiency
Groundbreaking Designs
Endless Hot Water
Space Savings
Same Day Installation
Up to $3,600 in Rebates
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY...
Jim Blake of AJ Michaels has been a pleasure to work with and appreciate his professionalism and competence in both repairing a heating issue as well as an AC issue. I have engaged many HVAC companies and techs over the years but have finally found someone that can get the job done and stands by his work. Thanks!
Yaakov Feinstein
Awesome install of multiple mini-splits! My house has some pretty high walls, and they tackled the job perfectly. Very happy customer here.
Jack Rodriguez
We used AJ Michaels maybe 9 years ago to replace out AC/Heating Unit. They id a great job. This year, we used them to install a Mitsubishi split in our Master Bedroom. They were professional, affordable, polite, timely, pretty much everything you could ask for. We'll use them again if a project comes up.
Laure Ruth
The new heat pumps work well, installation looks great. Workers were prompt and efficient. I will certainly use this firm in the future.
John Igoe
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Our concerns about the Coronavirus are no different than yours and we are very aware of our responsibilities and the measures we need to take to protect you, your families, and our employees.
We are following the recommended Center for Disease Control guidelines. Our staff is screened each day for Coronovirus symptoms including taking technicians' temperatures. We follow social distancing and recommended protocols including face masks and gloves, and washing hands and cleaning equipment before and after entering a home. There is no need for anyone to be near us when we repair or replace your HVAC system or plumbing. We're happy to enter through a backdoor or basement to avoid contact.
This is going to be a very difficult time for all of us, but when you need us, we will be there to serve your needs -- safely.
Our concerns about the Coronavirus are no different than yours and we are very aware of our responsibilities and the measures we need to take to protect you, your families, and our employees.
We are following the recommended Center for Disease Control guidelines. Our staff is screened each day for Coronovirus symptoms including taking technicians' temperatures. We follow social distancing and recommended protocols including face masks and gloves, and washing hands and cleaning equipment before and after entering a home. There is no need for anyone to be near us when we repair or replace your HVAC system or plumbing. We're happy to enter through a backdoor or basement to avoid contact.
This is going to be a very difficult time for all of us, but when you need us, we will be there to serve your needs -- safely.
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Serving the Greater Baltimore Region Since 1978
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Service AreaServing these counties: Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Harford, Howard, Queen Anne's Serving these cities: Annapolis, Arnold, Brooklyn Park, Crofton, Crownsville, Deale, Edgewater, Ferndale, Fort Meade, Glen Burnie, Hanover, Jessup, Linthicum, Mayo, Odenton, Pasadena, Severn, Severna Park, Shady Side, Annapolis Junction, Arbutus, Baltimore, Catonsville, Cockeysville, Dundalk, Edgemere, Essex, Garrison, Gwynn Oak, Halethorpe, Lansdowne, Lochearn, Lutherville, Middle River, Milford Mill, Overlea, Owings Mills, Parkville, Perry Hall, Pikesville, Randallstown, Reisterstown, Rosedale, Sparrows Point, Towson, White Marsh, Woodlawn, Eldersburg, Finksburg, Hampstead, Manchester, Mount Airy, New Windsor, Sykesville, Taneytown, Union Bridge, Westminster, Aberdeen, Bel Air, Darlington, Edgewood, Fallston, Forest Hill, Havre de Grace, Jarrettsville, Joppa, Perryman, Pylesville, Street, Clarksville, Columbia, Dayton, Elkridge, Ellicott City, Fulton, Glenelg, Glenwood, Highland, Jessup, Laurel, Lisbon, Marriottsville, Savage, West Friendship, Woodbine, Centreville, Chester, Church Hill, Grasonville, Kent Island, Queenstown, Stevensville
Service AreasServing the Greater Baltimore Region Since 1978
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Whether you need a gas, electric, tankless or hybrid heat pump water heater, A.J. Michaels will provide you with the best service, equipment and pricing.
Today's water heaters are made to comply with Department of Energy (DOE) efficiency standards and have shifted to next-generation technology, cutting utility bills by 25% to 50%, depending on the technology.
A.J. Michaels serves the greater Baltimore region, including Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Harford, Howard and Queen Anne counties.
Call 410.435.5400 or click on the link below to schedule a service appointment or get a free estimate on a new system.
No extra charges for nights or weekends.
Rebates & FinancingWe Know Savings!Since our founding in 1978, we’ve always worked to ensure our clients have the ability to afford the improvements they deserve in their homes.
If there’s a rebate, incentive, tax credit or any other way to save you money, we know about it. We’ve been actively involved, from the beginning, with state and local energy initiatives and have helped create many of the incentive and financing programs.
We’ll even help you file the paperwork.
The Reviews Are In!
There’s no doubt about our reputation. Since 1978, we’ve installed over 35,000 systems in the greater Baltimore region — many of them based on referrals from satisfied customers. And, we have an A+ rating with BBB.
Trusted experts in water heaters, heating, cooling, HVAC, plumbing and Home Performance for Maryland homes and businesses.
410.435.5400
info@ajmichaels.com
4512 York Road Baltimore, Maryland 21212
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. – Noon
Emergency Calls: 24/7
Master Plumber/Gas Fitter #11164 | Master Electrician #10424 | Master HVAC #7533 | MHIC #11461
Average 2 Year Payback
25-50% Energy Bill Reduction
Top Brand Options
Our second good experience with A. J. Michaels was for a major installation. This was for a hot water heater, and the rep talked me through a number of available options and responded promptly to my follow-up questions about hybrid units. He offered a good price on good equipment, and the installation was expert and on-time.
- Louis Carlat
