This is the home of WFRE’s “Get Comfortable with Johnson & Johnson Heating and Air Conditioning podcast! Be sure to check in every month as we catch up with, and learn something new from, the folks at J&J HVAC.
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House of the Week – 7/4/25
House of the Week!
7305 Parkview Dr | Frederick, MD | $497,000
Looking for move-in ready with modern updates in an established neighborhood? This upgraded rancher checks all the boxes! 
Buyer Faves:
3 bedrooms | 
2 full baths
Fully remodeled bathrooms (2022)
Stylish kitchen w/ new granite countertops (2023) + modern lighting
Sunroom w/ new carpet (2025) & mini split—perfect year-round hangout
Large primary suite w/ walk-in closet, dual sinks & walk-in shower
Partially finished basement w/ LVP flooring
Oversized 2-car garage = workshop or extra storage
Energy-efficient windows (2022)
Upgraded electrical panel w/ generator hookup (2021)
New well + baffle (2025) = peace of mind
Located in the heart of Frederick—close to parks, shopping & commuter routes!
Don’t miss your chance—click for details or schedule your tour today!
House of the Week – 6/27/25
House of the Week!
210 Silver Stone Dr | Walkersville, MD | $465,000
Comfort, charm & convenience all wrapped into one! Located in the Winter Brook community, this 4-bed, 2.5-bath split-level has everything you need.
4 spacious bedrooms | 2.5 baths
Kitchen w/ island, pantry & gas range
Crown molding + recessed lighting Bright living & dining areas Partially finished basement w/ garage access
Stamped concrete patio + landscaped yard = perfect for relaxing or entertaining!
Great location in Walkersville—don’t miss this one! Click for details or to schedule your private tour!
MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Does Peeing On A Jellyfish Sting Actually Work?
Getting stung by a jellyfish can ruin a nice day at the beach. But does the old wives’ tale about peeing on a jellyfish sting actually help? Or work at all?
The sting of a jellyfish comes from specialized cells in the surface of its tentacles, known as cnidocytes. Each small, bulb-shaped cell holds a nematocyst, a barbed, threadlike tube filled with venom. On the outside of each cell is a tiny hair, called a cnicocil. And when that “hair trigger” is disturbed, the cell’s toxic harpoon explodes from its capsule into the skin of the jellyfish’s prey (an unlucky swimmer). The amount & type of venom, as well as the effect that it causes, depends on the type of jellyfish, the number of nematocysts involved, and the area & thickness of the skin they strike. Whatever the variables, a jellyfish sting is never fun.
The first step in treating a jellyfish sting is to remove any tentacles parts left behind on the skin without triggering any unfired nematocysts & making things worse. But pressure triggers the cells, so you can’t just pick them off, as whoever’s doing the picking will just get their fingers stung, too. Chemical changes, like throwing off the salt balance between the outside & inside of the cell, could also cause the stingers to fire…and that’s why urine isn’t really any good. Sure, urine contains salts, but it’s just too variable. Concentrated urine might do the trick, but if the person doing the peeing is well-hydrated, the urine will be too diluted with water, which will make the stingers fire. What’s more, while urine itself is sterile, its exit pathway isn’t, and that could lead to a bacterial infection for the sting wound.
Vinegar is usually your best bet; just the plain white stuff with 5% acetic acid, to neutralize any unfired nematocysts so they can’t sting anymore (best when combined lidocaine). But since most folks don’t usually bring vinegar & lidocaine to the beach, saltwater can also be used to rinse away remaining nematocysts. Once the stinging cells are deactivated, the stuck bits of tentacle can be picked off or scraped away with a credit card. A word of caution, though: vinegar might not be the best home treatment for all jellyfish stings, since acetic acid can actually have the opposite effect on stings from jellyfish lookalikes, like the Portuguese man o’ war. If you’re not sure what stung you, your best bet is to just stick with saltwater & seek help from a lifeguard or medical professional as soon as you can.
Got a Mundane Mystery you’d like solved? Send me an email at [email protected].
House of the Week – 6/20/25
House of the Week!
7140 Ladd Circle | Frederick, MD | $395,000
Open House: Sunday, June 22 | 2–4 PM
Spacious, stylish & move-in ready in the sought-after Stonebridge community! 
Highlights:
- 4 bedrooms | 3.5 baths | 1,972 sq ft
Open floor plan w/ natural light & updated kitchen
Primary suite w/ vaulted ceiling, walk-in closet & private bath- Finished walkout basement = extra living space
- 2 assigned parking spots
- Deck + patio for outdoor lounging
Community pool just steps away!
Convenient Frederick location near shopping, dining & commuter routes! Don’t miss your chance—click for details or swing by the open house!
House of the Week – 6/13/25
House of the Week!
18929 Geeting Rd | Keedysville, MD | $500,000
Craving space, views, and serious garage envy? 
This custom Colonial sits on 1.16 acres with mountain views and upgrades inside & out!
Buyer favorites:
- 4 bedrooms | 2.5 baths
- Convenient upper-level laundry
Open layout w/ updated flooring + main-level office- Spacious primary suite with walk-in closet
Unfinished walk-up basement – ready for your touch!
Outdoor perks:
Above-ground heated pool + hot tub
Fenced backyard with playset- Huge 32×48 detached garage/workshop with loft
Close to Antietam Battlefield, Potomac River & trails — enjoy small-town charm with modern convenience!
Click for more details or to schedule your private tour today!
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🎉 Wake-Up Wiz Trivia Contest! 🎉
Start your mornings with Tom & Dianah and put your thinking cap on for the “Wake-Up Wiz” trivia! Tune in weekday mornings at 6:20 AM and show off what you know for a chance to win five $5 Maryland Lottery scratch-off tickets and a Fourth Dimension Fun Center Family Fun 4-Pack (valued at $60)! 🎟️🎉
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House of the Week – 6/13/25
House of the Week!
18929 Geeting Rd | Keedysville, MD | $500,000
Craving space, views, and serious garage envy? This custom Colonial sits on 1.16 acres with mountain views and upgrades inside & out!
Buyer favorites:
- 4 bedrooms | 2.5 baths
- Convenient upper-level laundry
- Open layout w/ updated flooring + main-level office
- Spacious primary suite with walk-in closet
- Unfinished walk-up basement – ready for your touch!
Outdoor perks:
- Above-ground heated pool + hot tub
- Fenced backyard with playset
- Huge 32×48 detached garage/workshop with loft
Close to Antietam Battlefield, Potomac River & trails — enjoy small-town charm with modern convenience!
Click for more details or to schedule your private tour today!
House of the Week – 6/6/25
House of the Week!
4846 Casper Rd | Hancock, MD | $475,000
Looking for space, style, and serious garage envy? 
This 3-bed, 2-bath rancher sits on 7.74 acres and has it all!
Features buyers will love:
Built in 2013 with beautiful crown molding & wainscoting- Gourmet kitchen with island, wall oven & upgraded finishes
- Main-level primary suite with walk-in closet & walk-in shower
Open floor plan + finished walkout basement
Garage goals:
- 2-car attached garage
- 3-car detached garage w/ lift
- 1-car detached garage + shed = space for all your toys!
Enjoy quiet country living just minutes from the canal—perfect for biking, boating & fishing! 
Don’t miss out—click for more info or to schedule your tour!
House of the Week – 5/30/25
House of the Week!
11035 Bennie Duncan Rd | Frederick, MD | $940,000
Looking for peace, privacy, and something truly unique? This one’s for you!
Highlights:
- Custom geodesic dome home on nearly 19 wooded acres
- 4 bedrooms | 3 full baths
- Cozy great room with wood stove + hardwood floors
- Updated kitchen with stainless appliances
- Light-filled living spaces + loft + finished walk-out basement
Outdoor Paradise:
Wraparound deck for relaxing & entertaining
Private patio w/ electric hookup for hot tub – perfect for stargazing- Stocked pond, wooded trails, and wildlife galore
- 6-car tandem garage/barn
Includes 2 deeded parcels – potential to build another home!
Tucked away but close to everything in Frederick! Don’t miss this rare find—click for details or schedule your tour today!
About Johnson & Johnson
Johnson & Johnson Heating and Air Conditioning has been proudly serving & “wowing” customers across the eastern panhandle for over 27 years. They’re also licensed to work in the four-state area, as well.
Johnson & Johnson Heating and Air Conditioning does more than provide heating & air-conditioning services…they provide their customers with an excellent experience. They’re proud to welcome their customers to comfort by providing every individual with exceptional service & top-of-the-line technical expertise. And all of Johnson & Johnson’s employees are well-trained & fully-equipped with the knowledge necessary to ensure that all your comfort needs will be met.
To learn more, or to become a customer, give them a call at (304) 209-6932, or visit them online at JandJComfort.com.