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Insulation

Negative Impacts of Dry Winter Air on Your Family and Home
There are several ways to prepare for the fall and winter cold. This is definitely the time to schedule an annual check on your heating system.  Those of you with older units may want to consider replacing your current unit to gain efficiency. Others can do an energy audit to determine the best way forward. While you are checking your furnace, also take a look at the insulation in your home. Efficient insulation keeps your home warmer for a longer …
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

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 …
Money Saving Tips

24 Hour Emergency Service
In case of an emergency, Doug’s Heating & Air Conditioning is available for you even after office hours. We know that when a furnace or heating system fails in the kind of cold weather we’re currently experiencing it is a true emergency. This is why we have our technicians on call 24 hours and 7 days a week. When you are experiencing an after hours emergency, call 309-764-2500 and press #2 to activate our emergency voice mail. Please leave a …
Safety Tips

Electrical Safety Tips for Children
May is Electrical safety month and here is a friendly reminder. Electricity is a necessity and readily available convenience in and around almost any house.  And while it is also a safe option, it is important that you understand and follow safe practices to ensure that you and especially your children continue to enjoy the amenities that electricity provides.  The following are guidelines which can help provide a safe atmosphere around electricity. Inside the home Never poke at or touch …
Safety Tips

Heating Vent Safety Tips
Even thought things seem to be warming up, winter seems to be lingering in the Midwest these days. We still rely on our heating devices to keep our homes warm and cozy. However, it is extremely important we follow safety measures in order to ensure we have a warm, safe house. Some of these Tips include: • Make sure anything that can burn is at least three feet away from heating devices. • Make sure all stationary heating devices are …
Energy Efficiency

What are Alternative Heating Options and How to be Safe?
There are alternative heating options available which can help combat rising energy costs.  These options include geothermal heaters, wood and pellet heaters, solar heating, and much more which efficiently heat space while using less energy than traditional systems.  However, alternative heating options often carry a larger risk of fire or other hazards.  So, it is important to understand how to safely operate these systems in order to fully appreciate their benefits.  It is also important to install carbon monoxide detectors …
Energy Efficiency

Geothermal Units vs Propane Tanks
Geothermal units are the perfect replacement for propane tanks. Ground source heat pumps are able to provide heating, cooling and hot water, while cutting energy use by up to 80%. Because a GHP system is so efficient, it uses a lot less energy to maintain comfortable indoor temperatures. This means less energy is needed to operate a GHP. Geothermal units also have low maintenance costs. Because the workhorse part of the system (the piping) is underground or underwater, there is …
Air Quality

Don't miss these tips for saving energy and money while staying safe during heating season!
Call Doug’s every year for your annual carbon monoxide check and furnace tune-up. Your home may show signs of a carbon monoxide leak. A faulty furnace could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning. The servicemen at Doug’s know what to check when looking for leaks. Purchase a high-efficiency furnace to save on your fuel bills year after year. Not only will this protect you from inflating fuel costs, but it’s also a smart choice for the planet. Replace the furnace air …
Air Quality

Have you been sick more than normal? We might be able to help.
The air in your home passes through your furnace several times an hour. This is great for heating up your house, but most air pollutants are found between the filter and the furnace exchange. These pollutants can cause infectious diseases, as well as allergin rhinitis, asthma and other respiratory ailments. UV lights positioned within the ductwork will help destroy up to 98% of these pollutants. UV lights help destroy molds, bacteria, spores and viruses in your home, which leads to …
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