HVAC Posts

How Can You Tell If an Evaporator Coil Is Bad?

April 10th, 2020

The air conditioner’s evaporator coil is a component vital to the cooling process. When they malfunction, achieving indoor comfort becomes quite difficult. Douglas Cooling & Heating explains the function of the evaporator coil, signs of bad evaporator coil components and what is needed to keep the evaporator coil in top shape. If you are in […]

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Troubleshooting Cooling Issues – My Heat Pump Is Not Working

March 18th, 2020

When a heat pump stops working it causes comfort concerns for homeowners throughout the Birmingham, Alabama area. If you depend on a heat pump for cooling once the weather warms up, learn how to troubleshoot minor issues and get your system back on track, fast! Douglas Cooling & Heating shares troubleshooting steps to perform when […]

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HOW TO PROTECT YOUR AC COMPRESSOR THIS SUMMER

January 31st, 2020

Many things can interfere with an AC compressor’s performance and efficiency during the summer months. Flying rocks from lawn mowers, damaging wind or hail during storms or overgrown plant life near the exterior unit are just a few examples of what can harm your cooling system. Some problems might be small, which means they can […]

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How to Heat a Garage Efficiently

November 26th, 2019

Working in a garage year-round is ideal for many residents in Alabama, even though the weather is often unpredictable with wildly fluctuating temperatures and humidity. Efficiently heating your garage to combat extreme temperatures while working comes down to this: install a mini-split ductless HVAC system. That’s where Douglas Cooling & Heating comes in! We offer […]

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How to Prevent Mold in Your HVAC System

November 26th, 2019

Excessive moisture in your home produces a number of problems, such as mold and mildew growth inside your HVAC system and ductwork. Prevent microorganisms from spreading throughout your home when you know how to prevent mold in HVAC systems. We walk you through how to detect mold growth in HVAC and solutions to keep your […]

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AC Compressor Failure (How to Avoid It)

November 26th, 2019

During hurricane season, Birmingham residents experience severe weather, which includes heavy rainfall and thunderstorms. Winter storms are also sometimes an issue here, even in the South. Strong winds, intense rain, and heavy snow and ice leave you, your home and your air conditioner vulnerable to extensive damage, as do some everyday issues. Your AC compressor […]

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How to Winterize Your Southern Home

November 26th, 2019

Cold weather is right around the corner! As a homeowner in the south, you need to know how to winterize your southern home to stay warm and safe this season. Douglas Cooling & Heating shares winterization tips and how to maximize indoor comfort this winter! How to Winterize Your Southern Home’s Air Conditioning Equipment Before […]

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Will a Dehumidifier Help My Air Conditioner?

July 25th, 2019

Birmingham, Alabama is known for southern hospitality and extreme humidity so you may wonder, will a dehumidifier help my air conditioner? If you’ve lived in Alabama for any length of time, you know humidity doesn’t just affect you outside. It seeps into your home through your cooling system, leaks in your ductwork, and gaps throughout […]

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Homeowner Tips: Protect AC Unit from Dog Damage

July 11th, 2019

Who knew you had to protect your AC unit from dog damage? Raise your hands. Anyone? Unless you’ve experienced this or you’re a home inspector or HVAC tech, you may be unaware of this risk. In this blog, we’ll review the signs of doggy damage, how to protect your AC unit from dog mischief, and […]

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