D'Spain Sales and Service Blog : Archive for the ‘Indoor Air Quality’ Category

Carbon Monoxide and Gas Furnaces

Monday, December 12th, 2016

Most homes in the Boerne, TX area use forced-air furnaces, which rely on gas or electricity to heat the air. They’re simple and effective systems, but if gas is used, there’s an inherent threat of carbon monoxide in the event that something goes wrong. Carbon monoxide is an odorless, tasteless gas that can cause serious health problems for your family. Modern furnaces have automatic shut-off switches designed to cut the flow of gas in the event of a problem, but you still need to be aware of the potential danger and know what to do to protect your family.

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Use NEST Protect to Keep Your Home Safe

Monday, December 5th, 2016

We’re all used to smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors to help keep our homes safe from the unexpected. Every home in Fredericksburg, TX should have such a system in place and keep it well maintained. But technology in this field advances like everything else, and if you’re still relying on older fire and smoke alarms, then you might be missing out on some enticing advances. In particular, we recommend a NEST Protect system to help keep your home safe. With proper installation, it provides a number of advantages over more traditional smoke and CO detectors, which can make a huge difference in an emergency.

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Benefits of Commercial Indoor Air Quality Devices

Monday, November 7th, 2016

If your own a business or manage a commercial space here in Boerne, TX, you know how important it is to maintain a quality commercial HVAC system. It will keep your employees and customers comfortable no matter what the weather’s like, as well as ensuring that delicate equipment like computer systems don’t suffer any problems. But temperature control is only one part of the equation when it comes to your business. Commercial indoor air quality products can remove dust and dirt, kill germs and ensure that the humidity levels stay exactly where they should be. Why is that important to your business? Here’s a quick list of some of the advantages you can enjoy.

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Humidifiers vs. Dehumidifiers: What’s the Difference?

Monday, October 10th, 2016

In an environment like Fredericksburg, TX, where summers are humid and winters dry, it makes sense to have both a humidifier and a dehumidifier working in your home. They act as different sides of the same coin: one removing excess moisture from the air, and the other adding moisture when the air is too dry. The issues are similar but distinct, and each one demands a specific response to treat. Here’s a quick breakdown on the differences between the two systems.

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Upgrade Your Air Conditioner Instead of Replacing It

Tuesday, September 27th, 2016

An air conditioning system doesn’t always need to suffer a catastrophic breakdown in order to need replacing. Indeed, many times it’s simply a matter of inefficiency: costing so much to run in monthly bills that a replacement unit is necessary just to maintain a monthly budget. The last part may be of particular concern to homeowners in Boerne, TX, where summers are long and you want to get as much time as you can out of an existing unit.

If high summer bills are the only real complaints about your system, you can take concrete steps to address them without replacing your entire unit. Look for upgrades to cut into those costs and extend the overall life of your system. They cost much less to install and the benefits they can provide are substantial. And with demand on your air conditioning system lowered during the winter months, now makes an excellent time to discuss your options. Here’s a brief list of air conditioning upgrades you may wish to consider.

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How Do Energy Recovery Ventilators Save Me Money?

Monday, August 15th, 2016

The heat of summer can put quite a strain on your air conditioner here in Bandera, TX, just as the cool air of winter ensures that your heater will need to be ready for daily use. Even when your systems function 100% as expected, you’re likely looking at high monthly bills to cover the energy consumed.

You can take steps to cut those bills down by making your home more energy efficient: anything from adding more insulation to simply putting down weather stripping for those cracks under your doors and windows. If you’re in the market for an upgrade to your home, you might consider installing an energy recovery ventilator in your attic. The benefits can be immeasurable.

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What a Dehumidifier Can Do for You

Monday, July 11th, 2016

Summers in Fredericksburg, TX are plenty hot and a good air conditioner is an absolute necessity in this part of the world. But that’s only part of the story. In addition to high temperatures, the humidity in this part of the world is usually through the roof, and while air conditioning can somewhat address this issue, the increased strain can lead to big problems. A whole-house dehumidifier, on the other hand, can solve the problem the right way, and help ease the stress on your system in the bargain.

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Want to Maximize Your Heating This Winter? Consider a Heat Recovery Ventilator

Monday, December 21st, 2015

It is the time of year for family and friends, but it is also the time of year for the true beginnings of cold weather here in Bandera, TX. One of the biggest challenges homeowners have during the winter months is the cost of heating, which is tied directly to the efficiency of your home. What if we told you that we have a component that can help with both, plus add fresh air to your home continuously? We do, and the component is called a heat recovery ventilator, also known as an HRV.

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Why You Should Consider an ERV

Monday, December 14th, 2015

Our winters may not be as harsh as others in the Fredericksburg, TX area, but no one here is going to leave a window open during the cold months. With homes becoming more and more airtight, and energy efficiency always a focus for any homeowner, a new problem has emerged: poor ventilation during the winter months. While we would never go so far as to say that drafts serve a purpose (they don’t), you don’t want to sacrifice poor ventilation to have good energy efficiency. So what’s the solution? Consider the installation of an energy recovery ventilator (ERV).

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Get Clean Indoor Air at a Discount with Our REME Air Purifier Offer!

Monday, November 9th, 2015

As we head into cooler weather, you are probably shutting your windows at night, and maybe even turning on the heat in the mornings to get the chill out of your home in Fredericksburg, TX. If you have concerns about your indoor air quality, they will only become more pronounced once your home is sealed up for the winter. This is a great time to explore using an air purifier, and right now we are running a special promotion on our REME air purifiers that can save you some money!

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