D'Spain Sales and Service Blog : Archive for the ‘Heating’ Category

What are the Benefits of Ductless Mini Split Systems?

Monday, January 16th, 2017

Heating systems come in all shapes and sizes in the Kerrville, TX area. Every home is different, and in a place as individualistic as our neck of the woods, homeowners need to tailor their heating to fit their living space the best. Most homes rely on traditional forced-air furnaces or similar centralized models.

They work well and do their jobs without costing you an arm and a leg in most cases. But depending on your circumstances, you might do better with an alternative model of heating, especially a ductless mini-split system which provides a number of advantages.

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Cracked Heat Exchangers Need to Be Replaced

Monday, January 9th, 2017

Most homes in the Boerne, TX area use forced-air furnaces, which are inexpensive to operate and work well in our climate. Gas-fed furnaces use burners to heat the air, but it’s a bit more complicated than that. A heat exchanger plays a vital role in that process, and while it’s designed to last, it undergoes a huge amount of stress and strain. Over time, fissures and cracks may develop in it, which is a serious problem in need of immediate correction. 

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Heating Tips for the Holidays

Monday, November 21st, 2016

Thanksgiving is here and many residents of Kerrville, TX will be hosting friends and family members for the big meal (and to cheer the Cowboys on as they continue their brilliant run this season). But do all of those people in your home affect your heating system? In point of fact, they do, as does the time you spend in your kitchen preparing a big meal. The good news is that the elevated heat levels can spell relief for your system. Here are a few tips on how to let you make the most of it.

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Consider a Ductless HVAC System This Winter

Monday, November 14th, 2016

Winter is on its way here in Helotes, TX, and if you’re going to install a new heating system, now is the right time to do it. An older, heavily-used heating system might not be able to last the whole winter, and making a change now means ensuring that your home is kept warm without worrying about a breakdown. If you’re going to make a change, you might want to consider a ductless HVAC system instead of a traditional centralized model. They offer a lot of advantages over centralized models, though they work better in some homes than others. Here’s a quick look at the benefits such a system offers.

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The Dangers of Space Heaters

Tuesday, October 25th, 2016

Winter is on its way here in Helotes, TX, and keeping your home warm is more than just a luxury. A number of methods exist to handle the issue, and you might be tempted to rely on a portable space heater to do it. Portable units benefit from a low cost and an ease of use. Unfortunately, they also present a number of dangers to your home, that may easily outweigh the short-term savings of a cheap solution. They can include, but are not limited to, the following:

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Causes of Reduced Heating in Your Furnace

Monday, October 24th, 2016

Most homes in the Bandera, TX area rely on forced-air furnaces for heat. It’s an effective means of keeping your house warm, and it also gives you an easy way to spot any problems that might arise. A lack of hot air coming from the vents usually spells a significant problem, since it slows down the rate at which your house warms up. That means the heater has to use more energy to do its job, which raises your monthly bills. It also increases strain on other parts of the system, forcing them to work harder and increasing the risk of a serious breakdown.

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Do You Need a New Furnace or Boiler?

Monday, September 26th, 2016

Fall is officially here, and if you live in Helotes, TX or any nearby community, the time has come to dust your heating system off and get it ready for another winter. If your heater is older and perhaps struggling with efficiency and/or repair issues, you might want to think about replacing it with a new one before heating season begins in earnest.

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Labor Day Means It’s Time to Get Your Heater Ready

Monday, September 5th, 2016

The unofficial end of summer usually arrives with Labor Day, and while Bandera, TX likely has some warm weather still to come, the cool temperatures of fall will be here very quickly. The holiday weekend makes a great easy reminder to take a close look at your heating system and start to prepare it for the coming winter.

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Ducted vs. Ductless Heating Systems: What You Need to Know

Monday, February 29th, 2016

As winter comes to an end, you may be wondering if you’ve used your heating system as efficiently as possible here in Boerne, TX. Or perhaps you plan to renovate your home and you are considering an alternative heating system. There are many options out there. The two fundamental types of HVAC systems are ducted and ductless.

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3 Alternatives to Traditional Heating Systems

Monday, February 22nd, 2016

The most common heating system in Kerrville, TX homes is probably the furnace. With proper maintenance, furnaces can last a long time. They are one of the most powerful, cost-effective heating systems available in the residential market today. They are not the only option out there though. While this traditional heating system may work for one home, you may find that another would be a better fit for yours. In a state that experiences cold temperatures for a few short months, it’s only natural that you want to invest in a heating system that will give you the most for your money. We’ve highlighted 3 alternatives to traditional heating systems below.

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