If you’re like most Fresno area homeowners, you want to get the most out of your high-efficiency heat pump. After all, it was a huge investment. Unfortunately, many residents of the San Joaquin Valley forget one key element of long-term system efficiency – annual heat pump maintenance.
Donald P. Dick Air Conditioning Blog: Archive for October, 2011
Neglect Won’t Increase The Lifespan Of Your Heat Pump, But Routine Maintenance Will
Thursday, October 27th, 2011A Neglected Furnace Is An Inefficient Furnace — Schedule Preventive Maintenance Now
Tuesday, October 25th, 2011Furnace efficiency becomes paramount when temperatures really start to plummet. That’s why we recommend scheduling preventive maintenance prior to the peak of the heating season. Unfortunately, many homeowners in the San Joaquin Valley simply forget to schedule furnace maintenance, resulting in unnecessary system malfunctions, costly repairs and often, entire system replacements.
Clean Furnace Filters Enhance Efficiency
Friday, October 21st, 2011The more efficient your furnace, the more comfortable you’ll feel and the less money you’ll spend on household energy costs. With that in mind, residents of the San Joaquin Valley should do everything in their power to enhance the efficiency of their furnace. The best way to keep your furnace in tip-top condition, of course, is annual maintenance. However, there is one maintenance task that you can perform year round to enhance the efficiency of your system – changing furnace filters.
Ways You Can Protect Your Air Conditioner Over The Winter
Thursday, October 20th, 2011Just because your air conditioner isn’t in use doesn’t mean you should neglect its proper maintenance. Exposed to outdoor elements year round, your air conditioner is susceptible to damage and should be looked after accordingly. Not only will this ensure that your system is ready to run when you need it most, but it will save you on the costs of otherwise unnecessary repairs and replacements.
Don’t Waste Money — Develop A Cost-Effective Insulation Strategy
Thursday, October 13th, 2011Carbon Monoxide Detection Could Save Your Family
Tuesday, October 11th, 2011Combustion heating when maintained properly is a safe, viable option for household comfort. If neglected, however, certain aspects of your system can become dangerous to your family. Ventilation issues, cracked combustion chambers and duct leaks all can lead to backdrafting, circulating harmful gases such as carbon monoxide through your home. If this were to occur in your home, carbon monoxide detection could save your family.
What NATE Certification Ensures When You Hire An HVAC Contractor
Thursday, October 6th, 2011Is Part Of Your House Too Cold? Is Another Part Too Hot? A Zoning System Makes Every Part Just Right
Tuesday, October 4th, 2011It is fodder for late-night talk show hosts and part of cocktail party banter: it’s the proverbial battle over temperature so common between genders. In addition to individual comfort preferences, and perhaps regardless of gender, your home might have hot and cold zones that occur no matter where the thermostat is set. Zoning systems are a great solution to these problems.