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

Duct Sealing Can Impact Your Home Comfort

Tuesday, October 27th, 2015

Duct Sealing Can Impact Your Home ComfortYour air ducts play a major role in keeping your home cool in Fresno’s hot, dry summers and in chasing away the chill during winter. Duct sealing helps your ducts do their job more efficiently so you can stay more comfortable and lower your bills.

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Breathe Easier by Improving Your Indoor Air Quality this Fall

Thursday, October 22nd, 2015

Breathe Easier by Improving Your Indoor Air Quality this FallAllergies: sneezing, coughing, itching eyes and even asthma are the symptoms for one of the most commonly suffered conditions in the world. Just when you think that cooler weather means you’re in the clear for outdoor allergens, everyone’s least favorite fall plant, ragweed, rears its ugly head. That’s right, those lovely golden sprigs of flowers you see blooming on the side of Fresno’s freeways right now are probably causing your hay fever.

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Consider These Tips for Hiding Your Outdoor HVAC Unit

Tuesday, October 20th, 2015

Consider These Tips for Hiding Your Outdoor HVAC UnitEveryone loves having air conditioning, especially in sunny Fresno, California, where temperatures often reach 100 degrees. However, not everyone loves the look of the outdoor HVAC unit. Thankfully, there are measures that homeowners can take to hide their units and keep their lawns looking pristine.

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How to Decide If You Should Repair or Replace Your HVAC System

Tuesday, October 13th, 2015

How to Decide If You Should Repair or Replace Your HVAC SystemThe condition of your HVAC system components directly affects your home comfort, energy bills, and even your health and well-being. When serious system problems crop up, you can find yourself facing a difficult repair-or-replace dilemma. Considering the following factors can help make your decision easier.

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Does Your Home Have a Humidity Problem?

Thursday, October 8th, 2015

Does Your Home Have a Humidity Problem?Indoor humidity is an element of your home’s air quality that can be confounding to deal with. Mitigating correlating indoor air quality problems, such as increased airborne allergens, may be as simple as using a higher-efficiency HVAC filter. Using portable dehumidifiers may seem like a logical way to mitigate a humidity problem, but they are ineffective as a whole-home solution.

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What Kind of Bathroom Ventilation Should You Have?

Tuesday, October 6th, 2015

What Kind of Bathroom Ventilation Should You Have?Of all the areas in your home that demand proper ventilation, your bathroom is one of the most important — and one of the most frequently overlooked. The good news is that if your bathroom ventilation isn’t quite up to par, it’s a relatively simple and affordable fix. Read on to learn more about why bathroom exhaust fans are so important and how to select the right one for your home.

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Are You a Super Saver?

Monday, September 7th, 2015

Every homeowner wants—and, we believe, deserves—to live comfortably in his or her own home, all year long. Those thrifty homeowners looking to save themselves a bit of money here and there, though, often self-sabotage their comfort, as they skip over the maintenance services that their HVAC systems need to truly succeed. If you find yourself thinking about doing so, we not only implore you to reconsider: we also have a deal to share with you. Consider taking advantage of our Fall Super Saver Maintenance Agreement. This is a great way to enjoy reliable comfort and an efficient performance from your HVAC system, while also enjoying real monetary savings on your initial investment. This deal won’t stick around forever, though, so contact Donald P. Dick Air Conditioning to learn more.

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Top HVAC Terms for the Savvy Homeowner to Know

Thursday, August 21st, 2014

Top HVAC Terms for the Savvy Homeowner to KnowHeat exchanger, R-values, CFM and AFUE – what do all of these HVAC terms mean? Learning the terms and acronyms that heating and cooling professionals use will help you communicate better with your HVAC contractor and gain a better understanding about products and their efficiency.

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Air-Source Heat Pumps — How They Provide Efficient Home Comfort Year Round

Tuesday, June 5th, 2012

If you’re in need of a new heating and cooling system for your home that offers high energy-efficiency levels year-round, consider an air-source heat pump. The only fuel these systems use is electricity and their efficiency comes from their ability to move heat from one place to another. In the summer, they remove the heat from your home and in the summer, they harvest it from the air, bringing it inside.

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