DB Heating & Cooling, Inc. Blog : Archive for March, 2021

5 Signs Your Indoor Air Quality Is Suffering

Monday, March 29th, 2021

woman-with-concerned-look-on-her-faceWhen our customers hear the term indoor air quality, they usually consider the temperature of their air. This is an important part of indoor air quality, but not the end of the story. The air quality of your home is impacted by a number of factors—how humid or dry it is, how stale the air is, and the number of allergens in the air, for example. Without the right IAQ products and services in place, your indoor air quality can actually be far worse than the quality of the air outside.

The good news is, we have all the solutions you need! From air purifiers and whole-house filtration systems to humidifiers and dehumidifiers, you’re in good hands with our team. But how do you know if you actually need something like an air purifier or humidity control system? Read on to learn 5 signs that you just might:

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Does My Heat Pump Need Fall and Spring Maintenance?

Monday, March 15th, 2021

Wall-mounted indoor unit for heat pump maintenance in a modern bedroom setting.

The short answer to the question of whether your heat pump needs fall and spring maintenance is, “yes.”

But not to worry, we’re going to elaborate. We would never just tell you to schedule an unnecessary service for the sake of it. Biannual heat pump maintenance is necessary.

You see, heat pump systems—as you know if you have one—are 2-in-1 heating and cooling systems. Not only do they provide effective heat in the wintertime, but they offer efficient air conditioning in the summer, as well.

HVAC maintenance is what allows our technicians to fully inspect, clean, and adjust your air conditioner in the spring, and your heater in the fall. This allows them to both operate as effectively and efficiently as possible, for as long as possible. But this doesn’t mean you get to skip a maintenance session if you have a heat pump! Since it does twice the work, it needs twice the care. To help homeowners keep their systems running efficiently, we’ll share some essential heat pump maintenance tips—actionable advice you can follow to avoid breakdowns and extend your unit’s lifespan.

Proper care and routine maintenance are key to ensuring your heat pump’s efficiency, reliability, and longevity. There are also basic maintenance tasks you can perform yourself, such as checking and replacing filters regularly or clearing debris from around the outdoor unit.

Read on as we uncover more about the importance of professional heat pump maintenance and how proper heat pump maintenance is crucial for system efficiency, extending lifespan, and preventing sudden and costly Oradell, NJ heating repair needs.

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