The bright yellow EnergyGuide label is a familiar sight on various types of major appliances. Manufacturers are required by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to place them on items like heat pumps, air conditioners, furnaces and boilers. If you’re planning to upgrade your home’s HVAC equipment, understanding how to use the labels can help you compare different models and brands to find the most energy-efficient option.
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Here’s What You Need to Know About the EnergyGuide Label
Thursday, July 23rd, 2015Adding to Your Home? Learn About Your Air Conditioning Options
Tuesday, July 21st, 2015
Adding a new addition to your home is a multi-step endeavor. While interior and exterior designing can be part of the fun, you want to give thoughtful consideration to air conditioning options for home additions before breaking ground. Deliberate planning from the start is best to avoid costly oversights and mistakes.
Setting the Thermostat: Fan On or Auto?
Thursday, July 16th, 2015
In addition to designating a comfortable temperature, setting the thermostat involves making a choice about air circulation. Air movement is an important air conditioning function whether the primary cooling components—the compressor and coils—are operating or not. Anytime the system fan is running, over 1,000 cubic feet of air is circulating every minute through the ductwork.
How to Decrease Humidity in Your Home
Tuesday, July 14th, 2015
With the annual average humidity level more than 20 percent higher than ideal conditions, indoor humidity for many Fresno homeowners is a challenge. It affects comfort, indoor air quality and energy bills, but turning down the thermostat when it’s too sticky inside only increases energy bills. Keep reading for practical tips to help decrease humidity and boost comfort in your home.
Don’t Be Fooled by These Insulation Myths
Thursday, July 9th, 2015
Not just for winter, insulation also holds off the intense Fresno summer heat. Avoiding some common misconceptions about this material will help you weatherize your home more efficiently. Learn Why Having an HVAC Inspection Before You Buy a Home Is a Good Idea
Tuesday, July 7th, 2015
You’re planning to buy a home. You’ve already had a home inspection and received the inspector’s disclaimer saying the HVAC system was “functional.” Does that mean it’s a good idea to go ahead and buy the home without having an HVAC professional perform an HVAC inspection? Probably not, and here’s why.
Why Add Humidity to the Air In My Home?
Monday, July 6th, 2015You’ve probably heard cautionary tales about having too much humidity in your home. What you may not understand, given these warnings, is precisely why one would choose to add more humidity to the air throughout his or her home. Well, the answer is quite simple: Having too little humidity in the air in your home is just as detrimental to the quality of that air, as well as to your comfort and your property, as having too much humidity is. This is why many homeowners utilize whole-house humidifiers in Fresno, CA. If you wish to schedule professional humidifier services, do so with the experts here at Donald P. Dick Air Conditioning.
3 Benefits of Tankless Water Heaters
Monday, July 6th, 2015Should you find yourself in need of a new water heater, it behooves you to take the time necessary to consider all of your available options carefully. While tank water heaters are probably still the most commonly used among residential property owners, we’ve seen a surge in demand for tankless water heaters in Fresno, CA. When you consider the many benefits that tankless water heaters have to offer homeowners, this interest is not difficult to understand. Read the following information, and contact us if you think that going tankless may be right for your water heating endeavors. When you schedule service with Donald P. Dick Air Conditioning, you can count on a job well done.
A/C Condensate Drain Problems You Should Know About
Thursday, July 2nd, 2015
While the air conditioner is cooling down your air, it’s also extracting gallons of water every day. If the condensate drain system is working properly, all that water is immediately expelled outdoors. However, sometimes A/C condensate drain problems can develop and cause water backups and other malfunctions. Here are three common A/C drainage problems, along with some effective solutions.
Tips for Choosing an Air Purifier for Your Home
Tuesday, June 30th, 2015
Air purifiers are manufactured in portable and whole-home systems. They’re designed to target specific contaminant classes, such as particulates, microorganisms and/or odors, using various air-cleaning technologies. Read on to learn which air purifier would best serve your home’s needs.