Donald P. Dick Air Conditioning Blog: Archive for the ‘Thermostats’ Category

Your Thermostat, Your Furnace And Your Ductwork — Three Components Of Efficient Heating

Thursday, November 24th, 2011

There are three basic components of an efficient heating system: your thermostat, furnace and ductwork. They all work together, and when there’s a problem with one, they are all affected. Understanding a little bit more about them will help you get the best heating and comfort levels while saving on your energy bills this winter.

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Want Signifiant Energy Savings? Try These Tips For Programming Your Thermostat

Tuesday, November 22nd, 2011

Want Signifiant Energy Savings? Try These Tips For Programming Your ThermostatHaving a programmable thermostat in your home makes it easy to enjoy energy savings with very little effort. Depending on your schedule, you can stick with what is preprogrammed or make changes to the default thermostat settings so they’re appropriate for you and your family.

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When You’re Out Of Troubleshooting Options With Your Furnace, Call A Professional

Tuesday, November 15th, 2011

When You're Out Of Troubleshooting Options With Your Furnace, Call A ProfessionalIf you are having furnace problems, you don’t necessarily need to call an HVAC technician right away. There are several simple troubleshooting tips you can try out yourself to resolve some common issues. If none of these helps, then it’s time to get help from the experts. 

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Are Heating And Cooling Needs Influenced By Degree Days?

Tuesday, September 13th, 2011

There’s a concept in heating and cooling homes that residents should be aware of, especially in these tough economic times.  You need to become familiar with the term “degree days,” and how it relates to your energy use and utility bills.  With our energy costs being some of the highest in the nation, it’s well worth becoming at least a little familiar with this concept.

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How A Programmable Thermostat Boosts Both Your Home Comfort And Your Energy Savings

Tuesday, September 6th, 2011

The temperature inside your home can have a dramatic effect on comfort levels but it can also play a large role in how much energy your house consumes each month. Upgrading to a programmable thermostat can boost both comfort and savings by keeping temperatures consistent while minimizing usage.

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Ceiling Fans Help San Joaquin Valley Residents Increase Comfort

Tuesday, July 26th, 2011

Ceiling fans are an old technology, and have been used in the U.S.since before there was electricity to run them.

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Home Advisor’s Energy-Savings Tips For Fresno Homeowners

Thursday, July 14th, 2011

As a San Joaquin Valley homeowner, you most likely cool and heat your home with central air conditioning and a gas furnace, while heating your water with a gas water heater.  If this is the case, you have the potential to achieve significant energy savings with a few do-it-yourself tips.

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Tips That Make Your Home Comfort And Savings A Priority

Monday, June 27th, 2011

Being comfortable in your home is a top priority, but so is accomplishing savings.  There are some upfront investments you may need to make to improve comfort and achieve long-term savings.  Then, with a few other free or inexpensive tips, you can lower your electricity bill without forfeiting home comfort.

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Add A Zoning System And Create True Comfort Control

Tuesday, June 21st, 2011

In the Fresno area, our summers are hot and our winters are chilly and wet. With the wide range in temperatures, your heating and air conditioning system will be challenged to keep your home temperature controlled and comfortable. And if you occupy only certain rooms in your house, why should you pay to heat or cool the entire house? That’s why heating and air conditioning zone systems are a practical installation in your home.

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Programmable Thermostats Offer Features Beyond Temperature Control

Tuesday, May 31st, 2011

Programmable thermostats aren’t just a means of adjusting your home’s temperature. If you look beyond that essential feature, you’ll find that today’s programmable thermostats offer a level of convenience and flexibility that wasn’t available to homeowners before. By affording you the control to adjust your home climate according to your family’s schedule, a programmable thermostat allows you to alleviate energy costs by reducing the level of energy used to heat and cool your household.

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