D'Spain Sales and Service Blog : Posts Tagged ‘Helotes’

Check the Drain Lines in Your Air Conditioner

Monday, September 12th, 2016

With the weather starting to cool off here in Helotes, TX, now is an excellent time to address any specific issues your air conditioner may have and get them taken care of before you need to turn your attention to your heating system. Among the common issues we encounter this time of year are problems with the drain pan and the drain line, which have minor causes but can result in serious damage to your system if you’re not careful. The good news is that a qualified technician can usually fix the problem properly.

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Get Your Water Tested Before Trouble Hits

Monday, August 22nd, 2016

Many houses in the Helotes, TX area operate using wells or other private sources of water. Even if you’re on the civic system, however, it pays to know whether there are any contaminants in the water or whether you could otherwise benefit from a whole-house water filtration system. The best place to begin that process is with water testing, which sets the stage and gives you the information you need. The sooner your can perform such an operation the better, since you never know when trouble is going to hit.

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What to Do if Your Air Conditioner Shuts Down

Monday, August 1st, 2016

With timely maintenance and good preventative measures, your air conditioner will function as anticipated all summer long. But our summers in Helotes, TX are as hot as they come, when then the unexpected occurs, you need to know how to respond. Calling the right repair service is the first step, but there are other things you can do to contain the damage both before and after you make the call. Here’s a quick guide.

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Buy a New Generator Today!

Monday, July 4th, 2016

Helotes, TX has a number of rural residents, people who live off the civic grid and are responsible for their own electricity. Even if you’re on a reliable civic system, it pays to have a backup considering the number of thunderstorms and blackouts we have in this part of the world. A whole-house generator makes an easy and easy-to-use solution to the problem, and right now is the perfect time to do so. We’re offering a $200 rebate on whole-house generator installation services, and can get you set up very quickly if you need it.

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Why Is Short Cycling a Problem?

Monday, June 6th, 2016

You may have heard the term “short cycling” applied to your heater or air conditioner before. It’s a fairly common problem, though the causes can be quite varied. It’s what happens when your system turns on and runs for a short period of time, then turns off again very suddenly, only to turn on again a few minutes later. It sounds like a very minor problem. Unfortunately, it’s anything but, and the moment you detect it, you need to turn off your air conditioning and call in a trained professional.

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Size Your New Generator Carefully

Monday, May 9th, 2016

Earlier this week, we discussed the importance of spotting when your old generator needs to be replaced, which is of vital concern to residents of Helotes, TX who either rely on generators for their electrical power or who have one on hand in the event the power in their homes goes out. Today, we’ll talk about one of the most important factors to consider when purchasing a new generator: power output. Generally speaking, the more powerful the generator the better, but your budget may not always allow for that and their may be other factors to consider as well. When making a purchase as important as a generator, it’s vital that you size it properly.

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Get Your Air Conditioner Maintained Today!

Monday, April 18th, 2016

Here in Helotes, TX, summer is on the way and longtime residents know exactly that that means: high temperatures, high humidity and a need to keep your air conditioner running on a daily basis. Now is the right time to schedule a proper servicing session for your system, when temperatures are still mild and you won’t have use of your air conditioner every day. It will make a huge difference when summer arrives.

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Is Your Thermostat Hurting or Helping Your Heating?

Monday, December 21st, 2015

It may seem like an odd question to ask simply because most people don’t regard their thermostat as having that much power. But it does. Your thermostat is the control center for your heating and cooling, controlling when your HVAC system turns on, for how long, and when it turns off. If you are using an outdated slide or dial thermostat in your Helotes, TX, home, you are already short-changing yourself. How? Let’s take a look.

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Why You Need Professionals for Rain Water Collection System Installation

Monday, November 16th, 2015

Recently, two of our technicians were able to help out the Bandera Boys and Girls Club by helping to install the electrical circuit for their rain water collection system. We specialize in services for rain water collection systems and were happy to lend our help to this important organization. Doing jobs like this brings sharp attention to why it is important to hire experts when handling a system like this. Here are some of the reasons why:

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Is Your Home’s Electrical System Ready for Holiday Lighting?

Monday, October 19th, 2015

The holidays don’t start in December anymore, they start now with a smattering of Halloween lights that lead right into Thanksgiving decorations and the December holidays, including New Year’s. But you won’t be enjoying decorative lights a whole lot if you need miles of extension cords to get them lit and your inside lights are flickering as soon as your decorative lights come on. While we may be making light of things here, overloading your system or even overloading an outlet can be a serious safety risk. But the electrical experts from D’Spain Sales & Service, Inc., can help ensure that your home is ready for festivity!

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