Given our long the cooling season in the San Joaquin Valley, choosing high-efficiency air conditioning systems for your home can increase your indoor comfort and lower your electric bill. The minimum SEER (seasonal energy efficiency ration) for new air conditioners and heat pumps stands at 13 in the United States. The SEER rating gives you a good idea of how efficient an air conditioner is over an entire cooling season. Some features of cooling systems increase the SEER number, including:
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The Basics Of High-Efficiency Air Conditioning — What To Look For
Thursday, June 14th, 2012How Would UV Lights Benefit Your Household Air?
Tuesday, May 15th, 2012Getting Tired Of Being Indoors? Change Your Indoor Air With Ventilation
Thursday, August 18th, 2011If you live in the Fresno area, you’re probably spending a lot of time indoors during the summer months and understand the difference between a home with good ventilation and one without. Having a properly ventilated home doesn’t just make the air in your home feel better, it’s safer for you to breath and helps avoid serious health problems.
Summer Allergy Season Is In Full Swing: Here’s To Foster Your Indoor Air Quality
Thursday, August 4th, 2011Most people who suffer from allergies know that trees, flowers and other plants outdoors can trigger allergy attacks, but what about indoor air quality? You may not realize it, but the air inside your home is more contaminated than the air outdoors, sometimes much more. Dust, smoke, pet dander and even excess moisture that harbors bacteria can lead to or aggravate allergies. What can you do when you’re tired of red eyes, sneezing and a runny nose?
Donald P. Dick Air Conditioning’s HVAC Affiliations Mean Stellar Service
Wednesday, June 29th, 2011Choosing the right HVAC contractor is an important task because of the huge role they play in keeping your home comfortable. When you are comparing different HVAC companies, one of the key things to look for is HVAC affiliations. Donald P. Dick Air Conditioning leads the pack in the San Joaquin Valley, which has led to our success for over 40 years.
Tips That Make Your Home Comfort And Savings A Priority
Monday, June 27th, 2011Being comfortable in your home is a top priority, but so is accomplishing savings. There are some upfront investments you may need to make to improve comfort and achieve long-term savings. Then, with a few other free or inexpensive tips, you can lower your electricity bill without forfeiting home comfort.
Ductwork Design And Installation Is Critical To HVAC System Efficiency: How Donald P. Dick Air Conditioning Can Help
Thursday, June 23rd, 2011A typical home in the Fresno area will lose 20 percent of the air traveling through its ducts. This is air you have already paid for so it basically means that money is leaking from your home. When considering your ductwork design and installation, you need the professional assistance to make sure that the ductwork is laid out efficiently and that the installation is done properly.
Add A Zoning System And Create True Comfort Control
Tuesday, June 21st, 2011In the Fresno area, our summers are hot and our winters are chilly and wet. With the wide range in temperatures, your heating and air conditioning system will be challenged to keep your home temperature controlled and comfortable. And if you occupy only certain rooms in your house, why should you pay to heat or cool the entire house? That’s why heating and air conditioning zone systems are a practical installation in your home.
Fresno Homeowners Can Avoid Common Air Conditioner Problems
Tuesday, June 14th, 2011Your air conditioner is vital to staving off the intense heat of a Fresno area summer. With a few maintenance steps that you can do yourself, you can avoid some common problems.
The most important thing is to avoid leaks. If you spot a leak, it’s imperative to fix it immediately. You may require an HVAC professional but you can also try remedying the situation yourself.