Douglas Cooling & Heating Blog : Archive for August, 2017

Why Your Water Heater Might be Struggling to Provide Enough Hot Water

Monday, August 21st, 2017

tank-water-heaterWater heaters are built to cope with a lot of stress. Most of them don’t even fully turn off, instead staying on to maintain a standing supply of hot water at all times. However, even the sturdiest water heater isn’t invincible. There are going to be times when your system malfunctions, and it’s important that you are able to quickly identify it. One of the first signs that a water heater is having an issue of some kind is a noticeable drop in output. If your water heater is struggling to provide enough hot water, have a look at some of the possible reasons why.

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Why is My Air Conditioner Making Those Weird Sounds?

Monday, August 7th, 2017

air-conditioner-repairYou should be especially watchful for any signs that your air conditioner is having trouble during the summer, when the strain on the system is at its highest. Preventive maintenance can lower the chances of problems developing by a substantial amount. However, no amount of maintenance can completely remove the possibility of a problem of some kind afflicting the system. The faster you can identify the problem, the faster you can have it fixed and the better off the system will be. One of the easiest ways to quickly identify that your air conditioner is in need of repairs is to listen for any odd sounds coming from your air conditioner.

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