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Why Do I Have to Change My AC Air Filter?

June 29th, 2015

For any kind of serious work on your air conditioner, you should always call an expert for help. But one thing you, as the homeowner, can do on your own is change the air filter in your air conditioning system regularly. It may seem like a small thing, but a dirty, clogged air filter can create some pretty big problems. The best way to avoid these problems is to change the air filter every three months. What kind of problems are we talking about? Here are some we see a lot of here at D’Spain Sales & Service, Inc.:

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Types of Carbon Monoxide Detectors for Your Home in Bandera

June 22nd, 2015

Combustion may be the last thing anyone in our area is thinking about with the summer heat, but if you use any type of gas or propane appliance in your home, such as a stove, clothes dryer or hot water heater, you have combustion happening. One of the dangers of any kind of indoor combustion is the development and leaking of carbon monoxide (CO). CO can be a killer, and one of the main reasons for this is that CO gas is undetectable to human senses. It is odorless, tasteless and invisible, which is why it’s called “the silent killer.” One of the best ways to protect yourself from CO poisoning in Bandera, TX, is to install a carbon monoxide detector in your home.

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Is It Time for a New Thermostat?

June 15th, 2015

In an effort to be more energy conscious, many homeowners make some needed changes: installing a ceiling fan, using blinds or drapes to block out heat from the sun or scheduling annual maintenance. But there is one component that can be overlooked: upgrading your home’s thermostat. Its size and outward simplicity can mask how powerful a tool your thermostat is, but without it, your air conditioning won’t turn on or off. If you can better set and control your thermostat, you can have better control over your cooling. The experts at D’Spain Sales & Service, Inc., can help you choose and install a new thermostat for your home in Fair Oaks Ranch, TX that complements your air conditioning system, maximizing the control you have over your home’s cooling – just give us a call!

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3 Reasons to Consider a Heat Pump for Cooling

June 9th, 2015

It is time for a new air conditioner in Helotes, TX? With the temperatures continuing to climb, it’s important to get your cooling back on track as soon as possible. One type of air conditioning system you may want to consider is a heat pump. It may sound counter-intuitive to install a cooling system with the name “heat pump,” but we can assure you that a heat pump system is a very effective cooling system. As with any air conditioning system, it’s important that you hire trained experts to help you with your installation from start to finish. This is where the AC specialists at D’Spain Sales & Service, Inc., come in. We have been installing and servicing all kinds of air conditioning systems for over 40 years. If you are interested in a heat pump system to cool your home, give us a call today!

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What Is a GFCI Outlet and Do I Need One?

June 8th, 2015

Many homeowners assume that today’s electrical outlets are safe to use, and most are – but not all. Outlets can be unsafe for a number of reasons, and one of these reasons is a lack of proper grounding. When an outlet is grounded, it means that errant electricity is re-directed to a safe place where it can dissipate; outlets that aren’t grounded will direct an errant current of electricity to the closest thing that will ground it, including someone touching it. The good news is that there are outlets available to eliminate this from happening: the GFCI outlet.

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How Can a Whole Home Dehumidifier Help with Cooling?

June 1st, 2015

Humidity is a part of our heat in the Helotes, TX, area, but that doesn’t mean you have to settle for uncomfortable conditions inside your home, especially if you have a whole home air conditioning system. The entire reason to have AC in your house is to be comfortable during our intense summer months, and if yours is struggling with our humidity levels, it’s time to consider helping you and your AC with a whole house dehumidifier.

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Do I Have to Have My Well Water Tested?

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.

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Do I Need to Upgrade My Fuse Box?

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.

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Reasons to Hire a Professional for Ceiling Fan Installation

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.

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Should I Get a Surge Protector?

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.

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