Is Your Generator in Need of Repair?

November 4th, 2024
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When trouble comes, you need to be prepared for it. That’s why you have a generator! But you’ll only truly be prepared if your generator is ready to run when the power goes out. You need to make sure it stays in good condition and is ready to use. How can you tell when something is wrong with your generator? Here are some signs to be aware of. If you spot any of them, it’s time for repair. Whether you want to schedule preventive maintenance or you need generator repair in Adamsville, AL, we’ve got you covered.

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Electrical Services We Provide to Homeowners

October 21st, 2024
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Sometimes, homeowners think of electricians as people whose job is done during the building of a home. But there is so much more that can come up during the course of homeownership that can only safely be addressed by a qualified electrician. At Douglas Cooling & Heating, we provide a full range of electrical services to homeowners. Here are some of the jobs we regularly handle. Don’t hesitate to reach out to the professionals when you need an electrician in Birmingham, AL!

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Will New Refrigerant Laws Impact My Air Conditioning?

October 7th, 2024
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Change is on the horizon. HVAC manufacturers are always improving what technology is available with a particular eye to making systems more efficient. This decreases environmental impact and reduces the amount that you have to pay for the energy needed to cool and heat your home. And as the available technologies change, laws change, too.

There’s a law that will be going into effect at the start of 2025 which will have an impact on HVAC manufacturers and thus on anyone who owns or purchases an air conditioner. It’s a specific portion of the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act. How will this new law affect your access to air conditioning? What should you do about it? Here are the facts. If you have more questions about your best options regarding the 2025 refrigerant mandate in Birmingham, AL, we’re happy to help you navigate these changes.

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How “Smart” Is a Smart Thermostat?

September 23rd, 2024
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When it comes to your entire HVAC system, your thermostat is the brains of the operation. It’s how your heat and your air conditioning know when to come on or shut off. It makes all the decisions. And if you’ve got an old thermostat, it might not be able to make the best decisions.

If you’ve got any concerns about your HVAC system, your old thermostat might be the component that’s responsible. And it could be contributing to inefficiency as well. You would do well to consider a smart thermostat. But just what can a smart thermostat do? How smart is it, really? Here’s what you should know. When you’re ready to find out more about your options for thermostats in Pelham, AL, we’d love to chat with you.

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Keep Your Garbage Disposal in Good Condition

September 9th, 2024
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It can be a huge advantage to have a garbage disposal in your kitchen sink. Washing dishes is faster and easier. Your trash doesn’t get as smelly. And all of the advantages seem even bigger if you have a large family or when you’re hosting guests or events. But your garbage disposal will only continue to offer all these benefits if you keep it in good condition. So how do you do that? We’ll tell you. If you have any questions about garbage disposals in Shelby County, AL, we’re delighted to be of service.

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How to Prevent Shower Drain Clogs

August 26th, 2024
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A shower can be the perfect way to refresh and invigorate yourself in the morning. It can be the ideal way to wash away the stress of the day and soothe yourself before bed. But if you end up standing up to your ankles in water filled with soap scum and the dirt you’re trying to wash away, it can be downright unpleasant. So why is your shower drain clogged?

There are a variety of factors that can lead to a shower that drains slowly or won’t drain at all. We’ve got some great tips for you on how to prevent shower drain clogs, as well as how to deal with them once they’ve happened.

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All About Heat Pump Maintenance

August 12th, 2024
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Your heat pump is a marvel! Not only does it cool your home like a fantastic air conditioner, it provides heat as well, and much more efficiently than other options like a furnace or boiler. But it’ll only work as well as it should—and as efficiently as it should—if you keep it in good condition.

What do you need to do to keep your heat pump happy? The most important thing is to make sure it receives regular professional maintenance. So whether you’re planning for hot or cold weather, don’t forget a heat pump tune up in Birmingham, AL. Heat pump maintenance from a qualified technician will give you a wide array of benefits. What benefits? What will the technician do? We’re so glad you asked.

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Improve Your Air Quality with a Dehumidifier

July 15th, 2024
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The humidity is really something this time of year in our area. Are you getting tired of it? Do you sometimes feel like you’d just as easily swim as walk through the air? What can you possibly do? We recommend a whole house dehumidifier. There are many benefits they provide such as improved indoor air quality and comfort. Here are the details. If you’d like more information about whole house dehumidifiers in Jefferson County, AL, we’d be delighted to answer all your questions.

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Do You Have a Strange, Surprising Air Conditioner Problem?

July 1st, 2024
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When you work on air conditioners every day, like we do, you see a lot of the same issues over and over. Problems with airflow cause overheating in the blower fan motor. Refrigerant leaks make ice develop on the evaporator coils and force the compressor to start short cycling. None of this is surprising to us at all, even if it’s the first time a homeowner has experienced it.

But there are also air conditioner problems that don’t occur very often. Still, we’re prepared to handle them, because it’s what we do. Even the oddest AC issue is something we’re ready to tackle. How strange and surprising can an air conditioner problem get? Here are some weird ones. If they happen to you, don’t hesitate to reach out. We can help!

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Heat Pump Problems? Check These Things First

June 17th, 2024
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An average homeowner is not an HVAC expert. And there’s no need to be. Everyone specializes; no one is an expert at everything. But that means that when something goes wrong—say, for example, your heat pump isn’t working—you’ll need to call in someone who is qualified to repair it.

Or will you?

It would be a shame to wait for a technician if the problem was so simple that you could remedy it yourself. But, since you’re not an expert, how would you know?

Follow this handy checklist if you’re having heat pump problems. You just might discover that you don’t need a repair technician after all.

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