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

5 Sounds No Heater Should Make

Monday, February 13th, 2023
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If your car or your computer started making odd noises, we hope you wouldn’t ignore it. After all, these noises may be the warning sign that allows you to catch a repair need before it shuts the whole system down.

The same idea applies to your heater.

A heater will make some noise when it runs. After all, silence indicates the heater isn’t operating at all.

There are noises that your heater should and shouldn’t make. Let’s look at these two categories so you can figure out if your system needs a heater repair in Fresno, CA.

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8 Signs You Need Expert Heater Repairs

Monday, November 21st, 2022
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When is it better to have a heater breakdown, in the fall, winter, or spring? If you are like us, your answer would probably be none of the above! A heater breakdown is never convenient because it can force you to get an early replacement and may leave you without access to heat for days (depending on the supply chain).

So how can you prevent that worst-case scenario? The first option is scheduling yearly maintenance for your heater. We encourage this for good reason. But even maintenance won’t prevent every problem. To handle bigger issues that a tune-up can’t prevent, you’ll need to get an expert heater repair in Fresno, CA. Here’s how you can tell it is time to make the call.

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Why Your Heater Can’t Produce Warm Air

Monday, January 17th, 2022

chilly-man-no-heatA heater that isn’t able to heat your home really isn’t a heater. Until you get the system heating again or replace it with a system that does create warmth, you really just have an overly expensive fan in your home that you really don’t want to use.

You may be confused as to why your heater is struggling to do its job. We understand the curiosity. There is, unsurprisingly, more than one possible cause for this issue. The good news is that our team can address all of them with repairs or, if necessary, a system replacement!

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Is Your HVAC System Ready for the Holidays?

Monday, November 23rd, 2020

dog-under-blanketDid you put up your holiday decor in July this year? Whether you decorated back then to lift your spirits or you are working on getting your home ready for the holidays now, we want to make sure that your home will be comfortable as well as wonderfully decorated. Our role in this won’t be helping you hang lights (bummer for us) but will instead be making sure that your heater is in its best possible shape.

Maybe you’ve run your heater several times already these past several weeks as temperatures have dropped. During that time it is possible that your heater has run into some trouble. When you notice something is wrong with your heating system, you can come to us to resolve the issue.

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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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Why Putting Off Heater Repairs Is a Bad Idea

Monday, November 25th, 2019

chilly-man-no-heatIt seems like California has finally remembered that it is fall instead of summer. The sun is hiding in the clouds more often and temperatures have dropped a lot. We are breaking out the blankets and big coats, and turning on the heater. The cozier days of the year are here but they are likely to be a lot less comfortable if you heater starts to malfunction.

If you turned on your heater for the first time recently and noticed it doesn’t seem to be acting quite right, you may have brushed it off. As long as it is still warming the home for now, that strange noise or the reduced airflow isn’t that big of an issue for now, right? The truth is, these new developments within your heating system are actually a bigger deal than you may realize and they are a call for heater repair Madera, CA.

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Choosing the Right Heater for Your Home

Monday, February 4th, 2019

feet-on-radiatorInvesting in a new heating system is a huge financial decision, so it is important that you do so carefully. There are many factors to take into consideration before you make any final decisions. This is why we always recommend consulting with a professional HVAC contractor in Madera who can walk you through every step of the process.

Selecting the right heater for your home doesn’t have to be so scary, especially if you are aware of your home’s specific needs. So, we have provided a quick guide to selecting a new heater below. Keep reading to learn more, and don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions you may have. 

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Why You Definitely Should Not Hold Off on Heating Repair

Monday, January 7th, 2019

Although the holidays might be over, winter certainly is not. We still have a couple of months before we can relish in the summer sun. This is why it is so important to keep your heater running efficiently. Your heater is responsible for keeping you warm and cozy throughout even the coldest of days. So, if you suspect that there is a problem with your heater, don’t hesitate to schedule repair services.

Waiting to schedule your services might not seem like a big deal: you can just ride out the rest of this season and repair it at a later time, right? Wrong. Holding off on heater repairs could end up costing you a lot of money in the long run and could leave you quite uncomfortable in your own home. When you need heater repair in Clovis, CA, contact a professional ASAP. Below, we have outlined a list of reasons why you should not hold off on services. 

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