D'Spain Sales and Service Blog : Archive for May, 2015

Do I Have to Have My Well Water Tested?

Monday, May 25th, 2015

For those of us in rural areas, well water is the common source for providing your home’s water needs. One of the benefits of using a well is that you don’t have to worry about a monthly or quarterly water bill, but the water is considered private and as such is your total responsibility. This means that all maintenance for your well, including testing the water, is entirely up to you. Many homeowners mistakenly believe that any contamination can be tasted in the water, thereby keeping you safe, but this isn’t necessarily true; you could be imbibing contaminants and not know it. The experts at D’Spain Sales & Service, Inc., can help you with all your well water testing needs in Fair Oaks Ranch, TX. Just give us a call and we’ll get you scheduled for an appointment right away.

Tags: Fair Oaks Ranch, water testing, well water testing
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Do I Need to Upgrade My Fuse Box?

Monday, May 18th, 2015

As surrounded by technology as most of us are, it can be hard to believe that there are still homes that operate with a fuse box rather than an electrical panel. If you are a homeowner with an older home that still has a fuse box instead of circuit breakers, it is definitely worth your while to consider upgrading to an updated electrical panel for a few reasons. The main question we get is, is it necessary? Technically, no, it isn’t, but there are several factors that will make clear it’s in the best interest of you and your home to do so.

Tags: Bandera, electrical panel, fuse box
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Reasons to Hire a Professional for Ceiling Fan Installation

Monday, May 11th, 2015

You can see some pretty dramatic disasters on DIY shows, but one of the basic ones our D’Spain Sales & Service, Inc., technicians see more than you would think are poor ceiling fan installations. It may seem like these fixtures aren’t much more than light fixtures but they are, and not only that, they’re heavy. Ceiling fans can lower your indoor temperature by 2-3 degrees during the summer and help circulate your warm and cool air, so it behooves you to have your ceiling fan installed correctly. Our electrical experts can help with your ceiling fan installation – all you have to do is give us call.

Tags: Boerne, ceiling fans
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Should I Get a Surge Protector?

Monday, May 11th, 2015

When most people think of surge protectors, they think of the big strip of outlets you can find at a retail store. While these kinds of surge protecting strips can offset some damage caused by electrical surges, they can’t handle a major surge. You’ve likely invested a lot of money over the years in your home’s electronics, including computers, phones and televisions; the problem is, a single large surge can destroy these items in a matter of seconds – but not when you have whole-house surge protection installed by the electrical experts at D’Spain Sales & Service, Inc.

Tags: Fair Oaks Ranch, surge protection
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How an Energy Recovery Ventilator Helps Your AC

Monday, May 4th, 2015

When it comes to upgrades for your air conditioning system, there are a few that may immediately spring to mind: humidifiers, dehumidifiers, air filters, etc. These are all excellent products, but if you are looking to improve your AC’s energy efficiency and your home’s ventilation, there is another product you’ll want to consider: an energy recovery ventilator, also known as an ERV. ERVs are great for both your air conditioner and your heating system, and there’s a few reasons why, as we’ll explain below.

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