Donald P. Dick Air Conditioning Blog: Archive for the ‘Service & Maintenance’ Category

Proper Cleaning Tips for Your A/C’s Evaporator Coils

Thursday, April 9th, 2015

Proper Cleaning Tips for Your A/C's Evaporator CoilsCleaning the A/C evaporator coil is an important step in preventative maintenance. A clean coil improves energy efficiency and helps ensure your Fresno home is comfortable until summer’s end. Put a star next to A/C maintenance on your springtime to-do list, and get started.

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Prepare for Fall With Boiler Maintenance in Your Home

Thursday, October 23rd, 2014

Autumn is in the air in Fresno, Ca, and the cold season will not be long behind it. Prepare your heating system now to be sure that it keeps your family nice and warm during the winter months. Performing a few simple checks on your boiler will help you know if you need to call in the professionals.

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Fall is the Beginning of Heating Season — Time for Furnace Maintenance

Thursday, September 11th, 2014

Fall is the Beginning of Heating Season -- Time for Furnace MaintenanceFall is on its way, and winter is not far behind, which makes now the time to make sure your furnace is up to the task. Early fall is the best time for furnace maintenance, and a little do-it-yourself know-how, along with an appointment with a certified technician, will ensure a warm house and manageable heating bill during the months ahead.

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Vacation in Your Plans? Prep Your Home Before You Go

Thursday, July 10th, 2014

Vacation in Your Plans? Prep Your Home Before You GoAs you prepare for your summer vacation, in addition to planning your trip, packing your luggage and making care arrangements for your pets, don’t forget that you need to prep your home as well. It’s important to make sure that your home will be energy efficient and safe while you’re away. Here are some simple things you can do to prep your home for your vacation:

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Seasonal HVAC Maintenance will Keep Your System Running Smoothly All Year Long

Tuesday, May 27th, 2014

Seasonal HVAC Maintenance will Keep Your System Running Smoothly All Year LongInvesting in seasonal HVAC maintenance will help ensure the heating and cooling system in your Fresno area home runs efficiently, effectively and safely throughout the year. Regular use takes its toll on your HVAC equipment, reducing its energy efficiency, and increasing the chance of unexpected breakdowns and repairs. Scheduling seasonal HVAC maintenance provides many benefits for you and your household. Some of these benefits include:

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An HVAC Diagnostic Can Find Problems Before They Begin

Tuesday, April 15th, 2014

An HVAC Diagnostic Can Find Problems Before They BeginWhen your heating or cooling system experiences a hiccup, your family’s comfort is on hold until you resolve the problem. But if you schedule routine maintenance on your HVAC system, you’re more likely to identify potential problems before something malfunctions. Similar to maintaining your car, scheduling a professional HVAC diagnostic serves as a periodic tuneup so you can stay cool in summer and warm in winter without any uncomfortable interruptions.

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A Seasonal HVAC Maintenance Schedule Will Help Your System in the Long Run

Thursday, April 3rd, 2014

A Seasonal HVAC Maintenance Schedule Will Help Your System in the Long RunYou’ve probably heard the term here and there, but what exactly does seasonal HVAC maintenance involve?

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Service Agreements for Your HVAC System Gives You Year-Round Peace of Mind

Thursday, December 26th, 2013

Service Agreements for Your HVAC System Gives You Year-Round Peace of MindYour home’s heating and cooling is just like any other mechanical system – it needs regular maintenance to perform well. Here in the San Joaquin Valley, HVAC equipment get a workout year round, which makes reliability even more essential. An annual service agreement can give you peace of mind that your HVAC system is ready and able to meet your home-comfort needs. You’ll enjoy numerous other benefits, too:

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Dryer Vent Cleaning: What’s It All About?

Tuesday, November 19th, 2013

Dryer Vent Cleaning: What's It All About?In these modern times, most of us use clothes dryers rather than drying clothes outside. Problems with the dryer can be easy to overlook, particularly if the culprit is out of sight. Dryer vent cleaning, however, should not be neglected So why is it important?

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Fall Maintenance: It’s Time

Tuesday, November 12th, 2013

After a long, hot summer, it’s time to put fall maintenance on your calendar to save energy and increase your indoor comfort. The improvements you make will last well beyond the heating season, and not only will they lower your energy bills, they may also improve your indoor air quality. 

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