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

3 Benefits that Come with an Air Purifier

Monday, April 24th, 2023
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Did you know that the Environmental Protection Agency determined that Americans spend, on average, 93% of their time indoors? Maybe that doesn’t surprise you, but how about this one: indoor air typically has higher concentrations of contaminants than outdoor air. So if you’re going to spend so much time indoors, what can you do to make sure the air you breathe is clean? Consider an air purifier.

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Reasons to Consider Investing in a Heat Pump

Monday, December 6th, 2021

ductless-blowerHaving an optimally comfortable home is a great thing but it may have become a struggle for you lately. Maybe it is a faulty AC or a heater that doesn’t bother to respond anymore. Maybe it’s both at once. These situations are frustrating and, well, uncomfortable. The good news is that we can help you get your comfort back.

If you’ve found yourself struggling with your air conditioner and your heater, why not upgrade both of them at once. Here’s the kicker though–you can do this with one system. That’s right, two systems replaced with one that can still provide great comfort.

If we’ve grabbed your attention, take some time to read on and discover how a heat pump may be just the thing you need for your home.

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3 End-of-Season AC Repairs You May Need

Monday, November 8th, 2021

AC-technicianThis summer, much like most summers, was a hot one. That means that your air conditioner just put in some serious mileage. While AC maintenance is going to help your system run the race, it doesn’t mean that it won’t ever develop a problem. The end of the season is when most people brush past the signs of a need for air conditioning repair in Madera, CA. We get it–the system is about to turn off for several months. However, we’d advise against letting that warning indicator go unaddressed.

Don’t just turn off your air conditioner if it has been giving you trouble. The issue certainly won’t go away but it is likely that it will get worse by next summer. Make sure to address any possible end-of-season repairs promptly so they don’t come back to haunt you.

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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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5 Ways to Help Your AC Kick Cooling Seasons Off Right

Monday, April 12th, 2021

Running your air conditioner in the heat of the summer will make your energy bill go sky-high, but the alternative doesn’t paint a pretty picture. The good news is that there are five things you can do to make sure your air conditioner runs better and make your summer months progress like a breeze.

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Don’t Miss Your Annual AC Maintenance Appointment

Monday, March 29th, 2021

Out of sight and out of mind…when your air conditioner works well, you probably don’t give a second thought to schedule preventive maintenance. However, like all mechanical objects with cogs and gears, air conditioners require routine maintenance.

Smart homeowners schedule annual AC checkups before heavy use due to seasonal changes, especially in the summer and spring when you need the AC to cool everything.

Neglecting to have your AC serviced annually could put your system, as well as the comfort of your family, at risk.

Let’s briefly go over some of the benefits of preventative maintenance for air conditioning in Madera, CA.

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Repair or Replace: How to Tell What Service You Need

Monday, October 26th, 2020

ac-moneyLiving in California means that you need to have a reliable cooling system to keep your home livable. After all, this is one of those places that can see a random heatwave in the middle of winter. Your Madera, CA air conditioning system sees a lot of action throughout the year which can wear it down.

An AC system that has seen its fair share of use this year may need repairs or, worse, it may need to be replaced. However, the question that you may have is how to tell which service you need. Our professionals can help answer that question and provide the services to address your home’s AC system needs.

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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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Is it Time For a New Air Conditioner?

Monday, May 25th, 2020

electric-fanReplacing an air conditioning system that has served your home and kept you cool for years on end isn’t a pleasant, nor a cheap, experience. An air conditioning replacement in Madera is no small job either– it requires a professional technician with the right training and experience to get the job done right.

The first step before you dive into this process though is to figure out if you need an AC replacement to begin with. You don’t want to toss out a system that still has a good several years to go before it is retired! To help, we’ve provided some different indicators to watch for that will let you know if and when you need to replace your air conditioner.

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End of Season Heater Repairs

Monday, March 2nd, 2020

ductless-remotePicture this: You have a laborious job that is having you pull added shifts for months on end with only a few occasional days off. And even on those days off you often get called in to do more work. Sounds exhausting right?

This is essentially what your heating system has experienced since the temperatures in our region started dropping during the holiday season in 2019. We aren’t trying to make you feel bad for using your heater; the system is meant to be used! What we are trying to call attention to is the fact that after continuous use for months, your heater likely needs some upkeep and repairs. All that use adds up after all!

Not sure what kind of help your heater might need? Not to worry. We can help with diagnosis and heater repair in Madera, CA. But first, let’s take a look at what the indicators for different repair needs might be.

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