Donald P. Dick Air Conditioning Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Fresno area in California’

With As Much As San Joaquin Valley Homeowners Need Their A/Cs, Preventive Maintenance Should Not Be Ignored

Thursday, September 8th, 2011

Having your air conditioning cut out during the peak of the season can be more than frustrating; it can threaten your health. Summers in the San Joaquin Valley can be unbearable with their high temperatures, and for some segments of the population, such as young children and the elderly, they can also be dangerously hot. Keeping your air conditioning in top shape with a little preventive maintenance can prolong the life of your unit, which helps avoid costly repairs as well.

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How A Programmable Thermostat Boosts Both Your Home Comfort And Your Energy Savings

Tuesday, September 6th, 2011

The temperature inside your home can have a dramatic effect on comfort levels but it can also play a large role in how much energy your house consumes each month. Upgrading to a programmable thermostat can boost both comfort and savings by keeping temperatures consistent while minimizing usage.

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Shopping For A MERV Filter: So What Do All Those Numbers Mean, Anyway?

Thursday, September 1st, 2011

If you have been shopping for a new air filter for your HVAC system, you may have noticed that the filters each come with a MERV number of between 1 and 20. But what do those numbers mean, anyway?

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Summer Is In Full Swing: Use These Operational Tips To Augment Your Air-Conditioning System

Tuesday, August 30th, 2011

With summer roaring through the San Joaquin Valley, the worst thing that could happen is the demise of your air conditioning system.  There are a number of steps you can perform yourself to help keep you comfortable for the rest of the summer while keeping your home as energy efficient as possible.

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Air Filtering 101: How To Use MERV

Thursday, August 25th, 2011

Meet MERV.

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How Ductwork Efficiency Depends On Its Design

Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011

Your ductwork plays a huge role in the comfort you feel within your home on a daily basis.  This is because it is solely responsible for distributing the conditioned air that your HVAC system generates.  If your ductwork design is flawed, even the most efficient HVAC systems won’t help you save money on your energy costs.  

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Did You Know Landscaping Directly Boosts Energy Savings? Don’t Let The Planting Season Pass You By

Thursday, August 11th, 2011

Your landscaping choices can have a big impact on your utility bills. By carefully planning where you plant different varieties of trees and shrubs, you can achieve significant energy savings by reducing your home’s heating and cooling load.

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Top Reasons Why You Should Choose Energy Star Products

Tuesday, August 9th, 2011

The federal Energy Star program was created to help consumers make more responsible appliance choices by offering them a quick and easy way to identify products which offer superior energy efficiency. There are specific requirements appliances must meet in order to earn the Energy Star seal, including:

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While Away, Vacationers Should Follow This HVAC Advice

Thursday, July 28th, 2011

Are you a Fresnohomeowner in search of reliable HVAC advice for while you’re away on that much-needed vacation?  Going on vacation isn’t as simple as packing up your bags and loading up the car or RV. 

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Ceiling Fans Help San Joaquin Valley Residents Increase Comfort

Tuesday, July 26th, 2011

Ceiling fans are an old technology, and have been used in the U.S.since before there was electricity to run them.

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