Donald P. Dick Air Conditioning Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Fresno’

Don’t Leave the Batteries in Your Thermostat to Die

Monday, December 12th, 2016

There are a lot of different components in your HVAC systems, but you don’t have much direct interaction with most of them. However, you have plenty of interaction with your thermostat. It is the device with which you control the entire HVAC system, and you need it to function properly.

That is why we recommend that you change the batteries in your thermostat before the start of the heating season. The last thing that you want to do is wake up in a freezing house in the morning, just because your batteries died. Following are few points of consideration regarding your thermostat in Fresno, CA.

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Don’t Leave a Dirty Air Filter in Your Heater

Monday, November 21st, 2016

If you use a forced air heating system, such as a furnace or a heat pump, then there is a filter in that system that needs to be changed out regularly. If you fail to keep a fresh filter in your system, you are going to notice some problems develop. These problems can be broken up into 3 distinct categories. Those affecting:

Efficiency
Air Quality
Overall Performance

As you’ll see in the following post, keeping a fresh air filter in your heater is a simple way in which to protect its operation. Give us a call if you have any questions about changing your air filter, which air filter to use, or your heating system in general.

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Don’t Sacrifice Indoor Air Quality for Efficiency This Winter

Monday, October 31st, 2016

When it comes to heating one’s home, great efficiency is always a major consideration. You don’t want to be draining your budget just to keep your home warm and comfortable. The fact that our winters are relatively mild around here does not mean that heating your home comes without a price tag.

Unfortunately, many homeowners try to keep their heating bills in check by sealing up their homes as tight as possible. Obviously, you don’t want to allow for unwanted heat transfer, but you also don’t want to cut off the natural ventilation of your home and put your indoor air quality on the chopping block. Using an energy recovery ventilator in Fresno, CA helps to balance great indoor air quality with high energy efficiency.

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Why Consider Radiant Heating for My Home?

Monday, October 3rd, 2016

The furnace is a forced air heating system, and is probably the most popular heater in the country. If you think forced air heating is your only option, though, or that it is inherently the best option for every situation, think again. The fact is that different homeowners have different preferences, and different home designs benefit from different heating systems. When the time comes to schedule a heating installation or replacement, you should give radiant heating in Fresno, CA some serious attention.

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Trouble with Your AC? Your Thermostat May Be to Blame

Monday, September 5th, 2016

There are few things as frustrating during the height of the summer heat as coming home to an uncomfortably hot living space. It is a problem that can certainly develop, though, and it is one of those situations that could have any number of potential causes. If your home is not comfortable throughout when you’re running your air conditioner, your thermostat could actually be to blame.

The root cause of the problem may not be very serious, but that does not mean that you don’t need the services of a trained professional to resolve the issue. Dial our number if you’re having any issues with your air conditioner in Fresno, CA. Our technicians will figure out precisely what is wrong.

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Ways to Stay Cool in the Summer When the AC Dies

Monday, August 8th, 2016

Modern air conditioning systems are extremely well-designed and manufactured, and it seems like most homeowners these days understand just how important it is that their systems are routinely maintained by qualified professionals. With that in mind, though, the fact of the matter is that no air conditioner is 100% reliable. It is very possible that you will wind up dealing with a situation in which your air conditioner in Fresno, CA will die.

If and when that happens, keep these tips in mind. You don’t have to wait around sweating bullets in your home. Just remember to dial our number when problems with your air conditioner do indeed develop.

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What Is Standby Energy Loss, and How Do I Avoid It?

Monday, August 1st, 2016

It is tough to imagine any system or appliance in one’s home doing more work than the water heater. Yes, we run our air conditioners a lot for much of the year around here. The water heater truly is in action every day, though. With that in mind, it only makes sense that you should do everything possible to get the most efficient and affordable performance possible from your water heater in Fresno, CA. More and more homeowners are realizing that eliminating the risk of standby energy loss is a big part of doing so.

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What Is an Energy Recovery Ventilator, and Why Use One?

Monday, July 11th, 2016

We’ve gotten off to a pretty hot start this summer season, which means that you are likely running your air conditioning system with great regularity. Naturally, you want to cool your home in the most effective and efficient manner possible. That is why you’ve likely sealed your home up tightly to prevent heat from forcing its way in through your thermal envelope.

The issue with this, though, is that doing so can actually prove to be quite detrimental for your indoor air quality. You need sufficient ventilation in your home in order to maintain the great indoor air quality that you deserve. With the use of an energy recovery ventilator in Fresno, CA, you can enjoy an efficient cooling performance without putting your indoor air quality in jeopardy.

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Is a Tank Water Heater the Way to Go?

Monday, July 4th, 2016

These days, there are more and more options than ever before when it comes to the appliances that we use in our homes. This extends to our water heaters, as well. While modern technology such as the tankless or heat pump water heater certainly gives homeowners a lot to think about, there is still a lot to be said for more standard tank water heaters. If you are thinking about investing in a new water heater in Fresno, CA, either for a brand new home or in order to replace a broken down system, you may just find that a good old tank water heater, such as one from Rheem, is right for you.

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How to Save Money on Your Electricity Bill

Monday, June 20th, 2016

It would be great if you could keep your home cool and comfortable during the hottest time of the year for free. Of course, this is simply not the reality of the situation. If you find yourself wishing that you could cut down on your electricity bills, though, know that there are options available. We believe that you should never have to choose between comfort and your budget. When it comes to getting an outstanding performance from your air conditioner in Fresno, CA, we are the professionals to call. Consider the following options for cooling your home more affordably.

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