Douglas Cooling & Heating Blog : Posts Tagged ‘Alabaster’

Fireplace Care Tips You Should Know

Monday, March 1st, 2021

When it comes to keeping up your heating in Alabaster, AL, you need the help of a professional team. The professional technicians at Douglas Cooling & Heating can offer the heating system services you need. This covers everything from your furnace repairs to your fireplace services.

We want to take a few moments to talk about your fireplace if you have one. Gas fireplaces are a great addition to any home because they are highly efficient. They can be a great source of warmth when you don’t want to turn on the heater and warm up the entire house too. If you have a natural gas fireplace then you want to make sure it stays in optimal condition. We’ll help you do that with these tips.

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Why You Should Consider Installing a Surge Protector

Monday, February 15th, 2021

You are enjoying a nice night in with your family and watching a movie when the wind decides to kick up something awful. So it comes as more of an annoyance than a surprise when a tree takes down a power line later on in the evening, leaving your house dark without electricity.

Your first focus is of course to get the lights back on but what about after that? Are you going to check on your major home appliances? You certainly should because a power outage can create a power surge which can lead to some serious damage to your air conditioner, heater, and other home appliances. And that is a problem that is preventable.

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Ceiling Fans are NOT Just for the Summer!

Monday, February 3rd, 2020

Homeowners are constantly asking us for tips on how to lower their energy bills during the winter. And almost always, without fail, they’re shocked when we say to them, “Have you tried turning on your ceiling fan?”

While its 100% true that ceiling fans are great for keeping us cool in the summer, and that the number 1 reason why people have them installed is to lower their AC bills, they’re AWESOME for boosting heating efficiency, too! Don’t believe us? Well, keep reading below to find out more! Oh, and of course, remember to call our team when you need electrical services in Alabaster, AL!

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Should I Replace My Circuit Breaker?

Monday, September 30th, 2019

Of all the systems in your home, your electrical system is perhaps the most important! Therefore, you want to make sure that when certain components of your electrical system become worn out or obsolete that you make the necessary upgrades to keep you, your family, and your home as safe and as efficient as possible.

One component of your electrical system that you do not want to ignore is your circuit breaker. You see, over time, circuit breakers begin to wear out, which can be pretty problematic, especially in the event of a power surge! Below, we have listed some of the signs that suggest it’s time to replace your circuit breaker. All you’ve got to do is keep reading to find out more.

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Here’s Why You Should Consider an Attic Fan

Monday, June 10th, 2019

Summer is coming, which means that before you know it, temperatures will start to climb. Obviously, then, you’ll switch on your air conditioner, sit back, and enjoy the cooling relief, right? Well, what happens if your air conditioner is incapable of cooling every space of your home… then what do you do?

Your attic is a space in your home that your air conditioner can’t quite reach, which is kind of a big deal. Hot attic spaces can have a profound effect on your overall comfort and efficiency — so what do you do?

Well, installing an attic fan is a great way to combat the summer heat. Below, we have listed just some of the many benefits of installing one, so keep reading below to find out more!

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Why You Should Invest in Surge Protection

Monday, February 18th, 2019

lighteningIf you are a homeowner, chances are, you have spent a great deal of money on your gadgets and gizmos. So of course, it is in your best interest to protect these devices and appliances from electrical surges.  Generally, power surges in a home’s electrical system are fairly minor, but can still leave you replacing electronic systems much sooner than expected. So if this is the case, what can happen to your electronic devices and appliances during a powerful electric surge? Surge protection is an important first step in protecting a home’s most important devices and high-efficiency appliances.

Of course, we are not talking about the small, portable surge protectors and powerstrips that you can find in your local hardware or office supply store. We are talking about whole-house surge protection. Below, we will discuss just some of the many reasons why you should consider investing in whole-house surge protection. Keep reading to learn more. 

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