D'Spain Sales and Service Blog

Always Call a Professional Electrician Instead of Doing It Yourself

December 25th, 2017

profesional-electrical-servicesWe pride ourselves on our self-reliance here in Texas, especially in the country where people are used to doing things themselves. That tendency should never extend to electrical wiring, however. Whether you’re replacing an electrical outlet or running a new length of wire, it always pays to hire an electrician to do the job the right way. Why? There are a number of very strong reasons.

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Plan for Air Conditioning Services Before the Spring

December 19th, 2017

air-conditioner-upgradesWinter is all but here, with cold temperatures in the forecast for the foreseeable future. That means your air conditioning system is probably the last thing on your agenda right now, shelved in favor of focusing on your heating system and other components to your home pertinent to wintertime comfort.

That doesn’t mean you should forget about your air conditioner, however. Surprise heat waves are not uncommon in the winter, and when the warm air arrives for good in March or April, you want your system to be ready to handle it.  That starts now with a little judicious planning.

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Signs You Need an Electrician

December 11th, 2017

electrical-power-troublesYour home’s electrical system is arguably the most important part of it. Without it, modern life simply isn’t possible, as it’s required for everything from lights to heat to your computer system to your water heater and everything in between. When problems arise, it’s not just a matter of comfort or luxury. It can bring you home to a standstill, and possibly even create a safety issue as well.

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Benefits of Ductless Heating

November 27th, 2017

ductless-heating-systemsMost homes in the area rely on centralized heating of some kind or another, which heats the air in a single location and then distributes it through the home with a system of ducts. It’s inexpensive and effective, which makes it a great option for most homes. Some homes, however, can’t support the ducts required, either because their architecture is unique in some way, or simply because they were built before air conditioning was available and thus can’t support a system of ducts.

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Signs You Need Heating Repair

November 21st, 2017

heating-repair-servicesHeating season has officially arrived, and that means you’ll be running your furnace or your boiler on a regular basis between now and spring. If your system runs into problems, you’re going to want to spot it sooner rather than later. Spotting an issue now and getting it addressed with a repair session from a trained technician can save you money and effort, especially when compared to getting caught flat-footed with a breakdown in the middle of the coldest day of winter.

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What Are the Benefits of Geothermal Heating?

November 13th, 2017

geothermal-HVAC-systemsTraditional heating and cooling systems tend to follow a few well-defined models: blowing heated or cools air through ducts into your home, for example, or boilers that use steam or heated water to provide warmth for the home. They’re popular and efficient systems and if your home has such a system, there’s no need to change it. (We don’t believe in fixing what isn’t broke around here.)

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How to Decide If You Need a New Heater

October 30th, 2017

heating-repairs-repalcementOur long summer is finally over and winter will be here soon. With falling temperatures comes an increased use of your heater, which will only grow as cool weather gets cold. If you have an older heating system that needs to be replaced, now is the time to do it, while you still have a few weeks to plan and schedule the installation of a new system. That way, your home can enjoy the benefits of the new heater as soon as winter comes, without having to worry about the threat of a breakdown from the old heater.

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Packaged HVAC Units Provide Many Benefits

October 24th, 2017

rooftop-commercial-acA packaged HVAC unit is a unit that places all of the components of your HVAC system in a single unit. This differs from the more common and popular split HVAC systems, which divide components between indoor and outdoor systems. You often see packaged HVAC units on the roof of commercial properties, and most of the time, packaged units are exposed to the elements. That can make them more vulnerable to wear and tear, and damage (when it arises) tends to be more extensive than it might with a more traditional unit. That said, there are still a number of benefits for packaged HVAC units, and if you’re thinking of installing one, you would do well to consider them. They can include, but are not limited to, the following:

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Commercial Air Conditioning Services Differ from Residential Services

October 16th, 2017

rooftop-commercial-acEvery building in the area requires proper air conditioning, and that applies to commercial businesses as well as residences. If you own a business in the area or are charged with managing a business space, you need to ensure that your air conditioning system does the job. With the summer over and autumn underway, it’s likely time to get your air conditioner serviced and check for any problems that may have developed over our long, hot summers.

When you do that, make sure you call a service that deals with commercial systems specifically, instead of someone who knows only residential systems. Why? in the shortest possible terms, because commercial systems differ tremendously.

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3 Qualities of a Reliable AC Repair Service

October 2nd, 2017

air-conditioning-maintenanceFall is the season for air conditioning repair in this part of the world. Temperatures are finally lowering to the point where you no longer need your system every day to keep cool, and any lingering problems you may have been forced to wait on can now be handled safely. If your air conditioner has been acting strange, you should immediately turn it off and call for a repair service. Now that the cooling season is over, a maintenance session can be performed to correct any damage that may have taken place over the summer. But which service do you call?

Every HVAC service can provide the basics, but you want one that’s going to not only correct the problem the right way, but will do so in the most effective manner possible. Ultimately, only you can determine which service will do the best job for you. However, there are a few qualities you can look for that will help you separate the best from the also-rans.

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