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Should I Select On or Auto on My Thermostat?

December 12, 2018

Great question! On most thermostats, there are two temperature options: Heat and Cool. Nearby, you can choose between On or Auto for your fan setting. On tells your HVAC unit to run its fans all the time, even when the air isn’t being heated or cooled. Auto means the fan only runs when your air…

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Why Is My Heat Pump Freezing Up?

November 15, 2018

Our team at Dean’s Shop gets calls about frozen heat pumps on a semi-regular basis. Though common, a freeze up usually means your system’s components aren’t working correctly. Sometimes you can fix it yourself. But oftentimes, you’ll need to call a professional, as it may call for a part replacement or complex repair. To make…

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5 Reasons to Schedule a Fall Furnace Clean and Check

October 8, 2018

Once the cooler weather hits here in San Marcos, TX, this fall, you are going to want the inside of your home toasty and comfortable. This means turning on your furnace. Long before the first night you’ll want it, you should have your furnaced cleaned and checked by a professional from Dean’s Shop. You may…

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Clogged Air Filters

September 14, 2018

Air filters are used to keep the air in your home or office clean and to keep your furnace or air conditioner clean. Dirt from the air can clog your air filter and cause your appliances to work double time to get air through your home. This extra effort can cause some serious problems up…

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Saving money with SEER

August 13, 2018

When it comes to your air conditioner (A/C), a common term used in the HVAC business that you’re likely to see everywhere is your air conditioner’s SEER. But what exactly is SEER? SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. It’s a rating system of the air conditioner’s cooling capacity to power input, i.e., it’s the…

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Why Does My Air Conditioner Turn On and Off?

July 30, 2018

When an air conditioner (AC) starts and stops in quick cycles, and doesn’t run for long periods, this is known as short cycling. While this is a relatively common issue, it should not go unchecked. It is indicative of something being wrong with your air conditioner. If you don’t do anything about it, you’ll end…

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How Does My Air Conditioner Work?

June 15, 2018

An air conditioner is a standard appliance in interior comfort. The Energy Information Administration reports that 87% of homes have an AC unit and they account for almost 20% of yearly electricity consumption in the US. At Dean’s Shop, we believe that knowledge is power – the more you know about the appliances you are…

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Do I Need an Electrical Inspection or Tuneup?

May 17, 2018

You probably don’t give much thought to the electricity in your San Marcos, TX, home––until it goes out or you have a problem with it. If that’s the case, you’re in a majority. But is it safe to only think about it on these few occasions, or should your home’s electrical system be part of…

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Why is My Air Conditioner Freezing Up?

April 15, 2018

A freeze up is when a layer of ice forms on the outside of your AC unit. Whether you have a window unit or a central air system the causes and effects of this, as well as the solutions, are the same. The ice build up on your AC unit creates an inability to cool…

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When Do I Need a New Air Conditioner?

March 30, 2018

The certified technicians at Dean’s Shop can help diagnose any problems you are having and let you know whether or not the problems you are having mean you need a new HVAC system.

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