In the heat of the summer, we all understand the power of the sun. Increasing numbers of us are learning to harness this energy to cut our utility costs. Heating and cooling homes, generating electricity from solar panels, is becoming a reality for more and more people. If you want to join them and press ahead with solar panel installations, you first need to check if your roof is solar ready:
Donald P. Dick Air Conditioning Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Fresno’
Solar Panel Installations: Is Your Roof Ready?
Tuesday, September 10th, 2013Ailing Ducts: Pinpoint the Cause and Find a Cure
Thursday, September 5th, 2013
Issues with inadequate home comfort and high energy bills often can be traced back to poor duct design. Use this handy guide to identify possible issues with air ducts, and remedy duct problems for a major boost in home comfort and a reduction in energy bills.
Solar Attic Fan: Reduce Heat and Moisture
Tuesday, September 3rd, 2013
Reducing the heat load in your attic will cut down on the amount of cooling your home needs. One of the best ways to accomplish this in our region is with a solar attic fan. The San Joaquin Valley has plentiful sunshine to power the fan during the sunniest hours of the day.
Air Conditioner Anatomy: How All Those Parts Work Together to Keep You Cool and Comfy
Thursday, August 29th, 2013
The San Joaquin Valley cooling season is long and hot, and your air conditioner works hard to keep you cool. Knowing a little about air conditioner anatomy will help you communicate with an HVAC technician in the event service is needed on your system, and will also help you troubleshoot common air conditioning problems later in the summer.
Getting Ahead of Summer Heat Gain in Your Home
Tuesday, August 27th, 2013Most of the summer heat gain in homes in our region seeps in through windows and ceilings. In the Fresno area, it’s not uncommon for our daytime temperatures to soar into the 100s. Unlike the outside temperatures, the heat gain in your home is something you can do something about to lower your cooling bills and wear and tear on your cooling system.
Giving Your Overworked Air Conditioner a Needed Assist
Thursday, August 22nd, 2013
Given our summer heat, an overworked air conditioner is hardly a rare thing in our region. Besides wearing out your equipment, sky-high cooling bills can put quite a dent in your budget. These tips can help you reduce the amount of energy your cooling system uses without sacrificing any indoor comfort.
Getting the Unhealthy Volatile Organic Compounds Out of Your Indoor Air
Tuesday, August 20th, 2013
Volatile organic compounds (VOC)s are among the most common indoor air pollutants in our homes. They are present in everything from paint to furniture fabric treatments and easily evaporate into the air at room temperature. This is a process called off-gasing.
Your Ceiling Fans: The 3 Keys to Optimal Savings
Thursday, August 15th, 2013
If used wisely, ceiling fans can help save both energy and money in your Fresno area home. But do you know how to use them properly? For many homeowners, the answer is no. This is why we’ve compiled three key ceiling fan strategies to help you achieve energy savings in your home:
The Oversized Air Conditioner: When Bigger Is Definitely Not Better
Tuesday, August 13th, 2013
If your cooling bills seem to be higher than they should be for a comparable home, you could have an oversized air conditioner. Many homeowners don’t realize that bigger is not better when it comes to HVAC systems, especially air conditioners. Rather than cooling your home more efficiently, the reverse is true.
HEPA Filtration Can Help Get Rid of Allergens, but What’s Involved in Installation?
Thursday, August 8th, 2013
The air you breathe inside your home needs some help. Professionally installed high-efficiency particulate air filtration (HEPA) removes the toxins, allergens and dust mites before they get to your family. Some of the press about indoor air quality and HEPA filters can be confusing. While installing HEPA involves more than just adding a new filter, your HVAC professional will be glad to explain the process and evaluate your Fresno home for improved HEPA filtration.