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Air Conditioning

Doug’s Heating & Air Conditioning Spring Maintenance
Spring is the perfect time to ensure your air conditioning system is prepared to handle the warm months ahead. At Doug’s Heating & Air Conditioning, we understand the importance of regular maintenance to keep your AC running smoothly and efficiently. Here are several reasons why scheduling a spring maintenance visit with us is essential for your home’s comfort and your peace of mind. 1. Maintain Peak Efficiency Regular maintenance helps your air conditioning system operate at its best. Our comprehensive …
Air Conditioning

Programmable Thermostats (Opportunities and Limitations)
Programmable thermostats are known to help create a comfortable in-door environment while saving money. The trick is to come up with an efficient pre-set schedule during the day. Depending on your daily routines (and thermostat model), you may choose six or even more temperature settings per day. There are digital, electromechanical and mixed system available. We recommend the digital one for tech-savvy individuals who appreciate a variety of setting. The electromechanical thermostat offers fewer features, but it is easier to …
Generators

2021 Home Improvements
Stimulus checks and tax returns will allow some of us to upgrade our homes, which is why the team at Doug’s Heating & Air Conditioning collected some ideas for small and big spenders.   Air Quality Investing into clean air for you and your loved ones is the most affordable solution. You may consider air scrubbers, air purifiers, air cleaners, germicidal UVC light and even humidifiers. We recommend conducting an air audit to assess your situation. Investing into better air …
History

Get to Know the Team: Ben Bocox
Today, we would like to introduce one of our most experienced team members, Ben Bocox. Ben is our Service Manager and has been with Doug’s Heating & Air Conditioning for 15 years. He graduated from Moline High School and attended Blackhawk College. Ben started his HVAC career working for Holmes Heating and joined the Doug’s team about 2 years later.   “I was looking through the paper on Easter and saw an ad for a service technician position at Doug’s …
Air Conditioning

Crisis Averted: 24 hour Emergency Service from Doug’s
Like many of life’s problems, heating and cooling emergencies don’t reserve themselves to only business hours. Here at Doug’s we get it and we don’t want you stranded in the sweltering heat of the summer without relief. Our technicians can bring their top-grade service to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with a simple phone call! When your AC drops out and you can cook eggs on your counter top or, in the winter, when your furnace …
Air Conditioning

4 Simple Steps to Get your AC Ready for the Summer
Summer has finally arrived, and temperatures are rising. It’s about time to make sure your AC is in tiptop condition! Before going through the following steps, please turn off the power to make sure safety is ensured at all times. Inspect the Outside Unit Winter can be rough, so make sure the fins of your outside unit are clean. Remove any debris first, and use a tooth brush next to gently brush across the metal fins until they sparkle again. …
Air Conditioning

Good Timing
Good timing when it comes to financial decisions is often counter-intuitive, like buying Christmas decorations after the holidays are over or buying stocks during a recession. The basic principle is the following: buy when demand is low to get a better price! The same applies to routine maintenance for air conditioners. You probably haven’t even turned on your AC this year, but now is a great time to get it checked out so that it’s ready when you need it …
Energy Efficiency

Energy-Savings Tips for the Fall and Winter Time
Winter is approaching and turning on the heat is slowly becoming a daily routine. We at Doug’s Heating & Air Conditioning have already talked about the importance of Furnace Maintenance in our October blog, so now let’s focus on how to keep your utilities bill low without having to abstain from the cozy warmth. Insulation Keep the heat inside by making sure you home’s insulation is up to date. Check your windows and doors for drafts and consider upgrading to …
Furnaces

Furnace Maintenance: What Really Matters
Taking care of your furnace is an important part of having a safe and comfortable home, especially during the upcoming colder months. While it’s best to have professionals inspect or make adjustments to your furnace, there are a few things homeowners can do themselves! Safety Tip: Before inspecting or cleaning the furnace, make sure the gas line and any electrical circuits connected to the furnace are turned off. It’s important to establish safe working conditions before starting any inspection on …
Air Conditioning

AC Malfunctions
Did you know that homeowners in the US spend $11 billion powering their AC annually? Preventing malfunctions doesn’t only keep your head cool; it also prevents unnecessarily high energy bills. The following tips can help you identify common malfunctions. Compressor and fan controls can wear out due to corrosion of wire and terminals. Electrical connections and contacts can also break over time. Ask your AC professional to check for these issues during a professional service call. Another common malfunction is …
Air Conditioning

Three mistakes AC owners make
The temperatures are rising and you will soon need your air conditioner. Now is the time to make sure it functions correctly. We have compiled three common mistakes home owners make when maintaining their air conditioning systems, and tips on how to avoid them. The key in maintaining your air conditioning system is to replace the filter regularly. This is a simple and inexpensive task with high benefits. Many home owners forget about it, which can lead to higher utility …
Furnaces

Keep Your Furnace Happy
                                                                     Winter is the time that we use and depend on our furnaces the most.  Proper maintenance schedules and replacement of filters can help extend the life of your furnace. Make sure to replace the furnace air filter monthly.  A dirty filter keeps pet hair, dander, smoke, …
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