D'Spain Sales and Service Blog

Common Heat Pump Problems

June 12th, 2017

heat-pump-repairHeat pumps work as both heaters and air conditioners in one, using the principles of air conditioning to both cool your home in the summer and heat your home in the winter. Heat pumps are economical and effective, and recent advances have made them a better option than ever. But like any other appliance, heat pumps run into trouble from time to time, and when they do, you need to get them addressed quickly. With summer on its way, you can’t afford to just sit on a problem. The good news is that the right technician can usually solve the problem quickly.

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A Storage Tank on Your Property Can Make a Big Difference

June 6th, 2017

water-down-drainRural Texas residents must often account for their own water supply and other key factors to a functional home. Civic water systems simply won’t extend that far into the country, leaving rural residents to rely on wells and other private sources. This is in keeping with that Texas spirit of rugged independence, and our team is ready to help ensure that your home has everything it needs to make it as self-sufficient as possible.

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Water Softeners Do Great Things for Your Plumbing

May 29th, 2017

water-softening-systemHard water is a recurring problem in our neck of the woods, and while it’s not actively dangerous, it can still cause a lot of issues. It’s simply water with an excess mineral content, usually calcium or magnesium, which can be absorbed harmlessly in the human body (as well as the bodies of pets and livestock). Despite that, it can still affect your quality of life in a number of ways.

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Can Your Home Benefit from a Heat Pump?

May 15th, 2017

heat-pump-unitSpring is the season when homeowners get rid of their old air conditioners and install a new one. It makes sense to do so now, especially if your old system is at the end of its run. Better to install a new one now and enjoy the benefits of improved efficiency and performance all summer, than risk running the old inefficient one and possible having to deal with a catastrophic breakdown in the middle of one of our patented Texas heat waves.

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Zone Control Systems Can Benefit Your A/C

May 9th, 2017

Spring is here and chances are you’re already using your air conditioner on a regular basis. That usage will only grow as the warm weather turns hot, and soon enough you’ll be running it every day. A good maintenance session from a trained technician can do wonders for your system. But if you want something more substantive to help cut into high summer cooling bills, consider the benefits of a zone control system. What is it and how can it help? Read on for the answers.

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The Benefits of Rain Water Collection

May 1st, 2017

storm-lightning-strikeWe deal with a lot of rural clients in our part of Texas, most of which rely on well water or similar sources for their water supply. That can work well, and enterprising homeowners know how to keep such plumbing systems maintained. But wells are subject to the forces of drought and groundwater contamination far more than civic water supplies.

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3 Ways to Lower Air Conditioning Costs This Summer

April 17th, 2017

family-in-front-of-houseSummer is on its way, and temperatures in our neck of the woods are already climbing. Soon enough, you’ll be running your air conditioning system every day, and that invariably means paying higher monthly energy costs. But just because you’re paying more to run your AC this summer, that doesn’t mean you should pay more than is necessary. By improving your home’s energy efficiency, you can cut into those bills while still maintaining comfortable temperatures for your family to enjoy.

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Why Are Air Conditioning Power Levels Important?

April 11th, 2017

Spring is the time for new air conditioning installation, as old systems wear out and homeowners look to replace them before the start of summer. The tactic makes a lot of sense, since it allows you to take advantage of improved performance and efficiency the moment the temperature starts to spike in the summer months. We tend to see a lot of air conditioning replacement calls this time of year, and can help you select a new unit to fit your home’s needs.

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What Does Frost on Your AC Coils Mean?

April 3rd, 2017

Spring is here, which means that warmer temperatures have arrived and you’re probably making more use of your air conditioner in order to keep your home comfortable. That trend will continue as spring turns to summer, and any unusual activity with your air conditioner needs to be addressed now, before the mercury in the thermometer rises too high.

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Get Private Wells Tested Today

March 20th, 2017

Techs_and_Plumbers_dreamstime_xl_19839339-meWe live in a rural part of the state, which means that many homes in the area operate off of the civic water and electrical systems. Instead, they get their water from private wells and other sources. It’s a practical necessity – you can’t simply run piping thirty miles to a single home – and usually works quite well for meeting your home water needs. Private wells do mean you need to keep them maintained yourself, however, and in those circumstances, a good plumber can be your best friend.

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