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

Musty Smell Coming From Central A/C Vents? Here’s Why

Monday, June 17th, 2024
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Have you noticed a musty smell wafting from your central AC vents? This unpleasant odor can not only make your home uncomfortable but also indicate underlying issues within your air conditioning system. 

Addressing this problem promptly is crucial for maintaining a healthy and comfortable living environment. In this blog post, we’ll explore how HVAC in Fresno can cause moldy, musty, and bad odors in your home, and what you can do about it.

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What Are My Options for a New HVAC System?

Monday, March 25th, 2024
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Selecting the right HVAC system for your home is crucial for maintaining comfort and energy efficiency year-round. With various options available in the market, homeowners often find themselves torn between central air conditioners, heat pumps, and ductless mini splits. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the pros and cons of each system to help you make an informed decision.

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Easy Ways to Gift Yourself Better Comfort

Monday, December 20th, 2021

Have you thought about giving yourself a little something this season? We aren’t talking about a new phone case or video game of course but rather about investing in your comfort. We know it might sound odd but taking the time to check on your Fresno, CA HVAC system and make sure everything is up to snuff can pay you back in the long run.

We are a team of experts that are ready and willing to help keep you warm. However, if you can manage to keep your heater in prime condition for the maximum amount of time possible, we’d say that’s even better. With that in mind let’s look at some great ways you can give yourself the gift of better home comfort this season.

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Is Your Energy Bill Giving You a Heart Attack?

Monday, October 25th, 2021

yellingThere is something keeping you awake at night and it isn’t the fear of a monster under your bed. It’s the worry over your energy bill at the end of the month. How bad is it going to be? How out-of-budget can you go before you are looking at using candlelight to get by? And what in the world is causing your bills to go so high?

There is a strong chance that your energy bill troubles originate with your Madera, CA HVAC system. It is an issue that we see a lot this time of year, as people wrap up the cooling season and switch their focus to keeping warm. Is there a problem with your AC unit or your heater?

Let’s dive into what might be causing those heart-stoppingly high energy bills and how to address it.

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Your Filter Can Make or Break Your AC Operation

Monday, September 27th, 2021

air-filterThere are plenty of problems that your Fresno, CA HVAC system can run into within the course of a year, let alone over the entire course of its lifespan. Those problems can, of course, leave you uncomfortable on the hottest or coldest of days. It may be good to know that there is a relatively easy task that you can do in order to help protect your air conditioner and your heater as well.

We are discussing the importance of changing out your air filter. There isn’t much you can do without the help of an expert contractor to take care of your AC unit. Changing the system filter however is the easiest and safest thing you can do to improve your system performance and efficiency.

We’ll get into the different details about this below.

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3 Reasons to Love Your HVAC Pro

Monday, February 15th, 2021

Your heating system, whether it is a furnace or a heat pump, has a lot of complicated parts that allow it to do its job. This means that, much like your desktop computer or laptop, it requires a certain level of expertise to address any problems in its internal workings. You wouldn’t crack open your computer tower and start messing with wires you knew nothing about. The same applies to your heater.

If something is wrong with your heating system no matter what it is your best option is to leave the job up to a professional technician. Professionals are trained to address issues that pop up within your system without harming anything or creating extra problems. There is more than one reason to reach out to an HVAC contractor in Fresno, CA for your heater services and to appreciate the great work they do.

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Should You Consider a New Thermostat This Year?

Monday, January 4th, 2021

Imagine trying to drive a car without a wheel. Okay, maybe that is a bit too much. Imagine trying to get a phone to work without any buttons or touchscreen function. In with case, your ability to command the device is gone. This is what it is like having a heater without a working thermostat.

Your thermostat is vital to your Lemoore, CA HVAC system–without it, your systems wouldn’t have any way to know when you wanted them to turn on or for how long. If your thermostat is malfunctioning, a lot can still go wrong. That is why, if you’ve been doing battle with your thermostat, we want you to know that now is a great time for new beginnings.

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Do You Need a Dehumidifier?

Monday, October 12th, 2020

woman-electric-fanThe heat here in California seems to have plans for sticking around a while longer. With that said, it goes a long way to do whatever is possible to ensure that you can keep your home cool and comfortable until things finally cool off. A factor that can have a large impact on this home comfort level is going to be the level of moisture in your home.

That’s right, we are discussing humidity, or at least dealing with high levels of humidity. High humidity in your home is going to be a problem for your comfort. This is because it can make it harder for your air conditioner to do its job. Thankfully, there is a solution to this problem.

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Tips To Improve Your Indoor Air Quality

Monday, February 17th, 2020

woman-blowing-noseMadera is a wonderful place to live but it also has its fair share of problems, especially when it comes to air quality. We are surrounded by farmland which means we are prone to the onslaught of allergens and dust that come with springtime and any harvesting activity. What’s more, we are also in California which means that we have our yearly share of the smoke and ash from the fires that impact the state during that time of the year.

Thankfully, you have a pretty good system in place to keep your home clean and clear from the contaminants and irritants that may bug you once you walk outside the front door. That is, you hope you do. Your Madera, CA HVAC system is made to filter the air that comes into your home but there are things you can do to help your system keep your indoor air quality where it needs to be.

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Does the Size of Your AC Really Matter?

Monday, July 8th, 2019

Summer is officially in full swing, which means that temperatures are rising, and rising, and rising…  Of course, then, that means whipping out some marshmallows for roasting, some burgers for grilling, and oh yeah, an air conditioner for keeping cool!

When temperatures begin to soar, you want to make sure that your air conditioner is fully equipped to handle the heat. And that means if you are buying a new air conditioner, making sure that it is the perfect fit for your home. Sure, your first instinct might be to purchase the biggest, most powerful air conditioner on the market, however, this isn’t such a great idea. You see, when it comes to your air conditioner, size really does matter, and below, we will tell you why. Keep reading to find out more.

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