Hurricanes are a fact of life around here, something that you hope doesn’t happen very often, but that you prepare for just in case. With recent news that a hurricane is likely to make landfall in the next couple of weeks, we thought it was a good idea to review some of the steps you can take to prepare. Read on to find out how to get your home ready for a hurricane.
Douglas Cooling & Heating Blog : Archive for August, 2016
How to Prepare Your Home for Hurricanes
Monday, August 29th, 2016What can Happen if Your AC Air Filter Isn’t Changed Often Enough
Monday, August 22nd, 2016Your air conditioner contains an air filter, which is designed to protect it from the dust and debris that inhabits your ducts. The air filter may be a small part, but it serves a big role in your air conditioner. The filter needs to be cleaned out every few months, in order to keep operating properly. Read on to find out what happens if you don’t have your air filter cleaned out often enough.
Why Your Heat Pump Output is Low
Monday, August 15th, 2016If you’re using a heat pump to keep cool this summer, and the output is low, there could be a couple of different reasons why. All of these reasons, though, will require professional repair services. You may not be able to repair these problems yourself, but it still may help you to know how they work. Let’s take a look at some of those problems now.
Why Your Water Heater is Rust Resistant
Monday, August 8th, 2016Any system that both contains steel and deals with water will have to also deal with rust at some point. Considering that tank water heaters deal with water for literally their entire lifespans, why is it that they are so resistant to rust? The answer is the sacrificial anode rod, which protects your water heater from the causes of rust. However, that protection does not last forever. Read on to find out more about how the anode rod works for your water heater.
Why Your Air Conditioner Output is Low
Monday, August 1st, 2016An air conditioner that doesn’t put out enough cool air is kind of a big problem during record-breaking summers like this one. If your air conditioner is not keeping your home as cool as it should be, it could be an indication of a problem in the system. Let’s take a look at some of the reasons why your air conditioner output might be low, and when you need to call for repairs.
