Donald P. Dick Air Conditioning Blog: Archive for the ‘Air Conditioning’ Category

5 Repairs Your AC System May Need

Monday, August 3rd, 2020

AC-unitYou need to schedule timely repairs for your air conditioner if you want to enjoy reliable home cooling all summer long. Ignoring a repair need only allows it to get worse and can even lead to a full system breakdown. If something is wrong with your air conditioning unit, you want to reach out to our team of professional technicians for AC repairs in Fresno.

When you schedule your repairs with the team at Donald P. Dick Air Conditioning you will enjoy prompt and helpful service every time. There is more than one possible repair your AC system may need so be sure to know what warning signs to watch for.

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Are You Losing Your Refrigerant?

Monday, July 20th, 2020

AC-technicianWhen you think about what can go wrong with your air conditioning system, do you ever consider your refrigerant levels? There are times that people may think they need a refrigerant refill but this isn’t actually something you should need unless there is a serious problem in your AC system.

Some people think that their refrigerant is going to get “used up” over time when this isn’t at all how the air conditioning unit works. You are only going to encounter low levels of refrigerant when there is a leak in your refrigerant line which is an air conditioner repair in Fresno that you will want to address quickly for the sake of your comfort this summer.

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What’s That Noise? It Might Be Your AC

Monday, June 22nd, 2020

service-timer-reminderYou are enjoying a nice day at home with the family, maybe doing some reading or watching a movie together. Then, seemingly from nowhere, you start hearing a strange noise…and it is getting louder! Maybe you try to ignore it and turn up the volume on the TV, but then you start to notice that things aren’t nearly as comfortable at home as they were earlier.

Altogether, these things add up to mean something may be up with your air conditioner! If you aren’t sure what noises may be a cry for help from your AC, check out the list we’ve provided for you here.

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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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Explaining That Weird Noise Your AC is Making

Monday, April 27th, 2020

woman-reacting-to-noiseTell us if this sounds familiar: You are sitting at home enjoying some time with the family while keeping cool thanks to your air conditioning system when the calm is interrupted by an odd noise that becomes louder and more obnoxious the longer it goes on. The sound seems to be coming from your vents but you aren’t sure what is causing it. Then, you AC finishes its cooling cycle and the sound stops.

While the sound may have stopped, we urge you not to write this off as a one-time occurrence. That noise is more than likely an indicator that your unit is in need of a professional air conditioning repair in Lemoore, CA. With this in mind, let’s dive a little deeper into what the different sounds are that should alert you to a problem within your AC unit and prompt you to contact a professional.

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Make Sure Your AC System is Ready!

Monday, March 30th, 2020

outdoor-AC-unitsThe sun is taking up more of the day again as we delve deeper into spring. While mornings and nights are still pretty cold, there are some days that we have seen pretty warm temperatures, so much so that it may be prompting you to wonder if you may need your air conditioning system in the near future.

Before you kick on your cooling unit though, ask yourself whether you are sure that it is in the best condition to do its job efficiently or not. If you haven’t gotten your yearly scheduled AC maintenance in Fresno, CA, it is likely that, even if your system runs throughout the summer it will be at a higher cost to both you and your AC’s lifespan.

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Why Now Is a Great Time For AC Maintenance

Monday, February 3rd, 2020

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The weather in Hanford is still pretty darn cold so it is understandable that no one would be thinking about their air conditioning systems at the moment. We are bringing up your cooling unit for a reason though, and that is because we want to give you a heads up that this is the perfect time to get a jump start on your yearly maintenance service.

Yes, February may seem overly early but, again, this is actually a perfect time to get your maintenance done on your air conditioner. Aside from our state’s ability to knock us over with heat waves that come out of nowhere, there are several reasons to get this service done early.

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Don’t Forget About These End of Season Repairs!

Monday, September 30th, 2019

Fall has officially arrived! And, while our neighbors to the North will soon begin consuming pumpkin-flavored everything, us Californians will still be out enjoying the hot, summer sun. Therefore, it is quite important to make sure that your air conditioner is still in good working order!

There are a number of “late-season” air conditioning repairs that we think you should be aware of, so below, we have listed some of them for you. All you’ve got to do is keep reading to find out more (and of course, remember to schedule your HVAC services in Hanford, CA with our team.)

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What Are My Cooling Options?

Monday, September 16th, 2019

We totally get it — finding a brand new air conditioner for your home can be pretty difficult! And, with so many great options on the market today, how do you even begin to choose? Obviously, you can’t just go around installing every single air conditioner that you like!

So, what do you do?

Well, for one, there are plenty of great air conditioning experts willing to help you find the right AC for your home, so give them a ring! And secondly, keep reading below. We have listed some of your air conditioning options in order to give you a bit of a head start.

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So, What’s the Deal with Short Cycling?

Monday, September 2nd, 2019

yellingON, OFF, ON, OFF! We understand just how annoying an air conditioning system that turns on and off a zillion times per day can be, which is why we are here to help. Our guess is that you probably don’t know what’s going on with your AC, but have no fear, we’ll explain it all for you below!

You see, it’s called short cycling, and not only does it place a ton of wear and tear on your system, but it’s also super inefficient — your energy bills will start to cost you an arm and a leg. So, to help you out, we’ve explained exactly what short cycling is and why it happens, that way, you can avoid the issue altogether! All you’ve got to do is keep reading to find out more.

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