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Take Note: 3 Energy Efficiency Tips to Keep Your Comfortable

Sunday, September 30th, 2018

There’s no doubt that summer heat and humidity are as uncomfortable as freezing winter temperatures and gusty winds. But today, with a properly-sized and well-maintained HVAC system, there’s no reason to suffer through hot days and cold nights.

Heating and cooling costs represent nearly half of the energy use in a typical American home, according to the U.S. Department of Energy, so every dollar saved is good for the budget. Here are three simple tips to ...
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HVAC Career Opportunities Continue To Rise

Saturday, September 15th, 2018

The booming economy and excessive cost of a 4-year college degree have prompted many young people to pivot and take a long look at technical careers. Working in the HVAC has emerged as one of the country’s leading occupations.

It’s important to understand that working in the HVAC sector may or may not be the best career path for everyone. That’s why the experienced professionals at David White Services in Athens and Lancaster, Ohio, would like ...
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Should I Turn My AC Off When on Vacation?

Tuesday, August 28th, 2018

Now that summer is here, many families are planning to go on vacation. If you’re going on vacation soon, chances are you’re preparing your home for the time you’ll be away. A common question that many homeowners have is whether they should turn off their air conditioner when on vacation. Here is some information that will help you decide if you should turn off your AC before you leave for that cruise.

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What Should I do if my AC Won’t Turn Off?

Friday, August 10th, 2018

Air conditioners might seem like mysterious objects. They magically take hot air and make it cold again. But, since they’re made from science and not magic, they often have hiccups. One common problem in the Lancaster area is an AC unit that just won’t stop running. If you’re up against this issue, these tips can help.

1. Check the Thermostat

The first thing to check is if the temperature of the room is higher or lower than ...
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How Long Do Air Conditioning Systems Normally Last?

Thursday, July 19th, 2018

Your home or business air conditioning system is one of the largest and most important components in your home. Your air conditioner works to lower the temperature on hot days, but it also works to remove moisture from the home. When not working well, your A/C system needs attention. Our team at David White Services, Inc., works hard to repair your existing system. Sometimes, this does not happen.

Do you think you need air conditioning replacement? ...
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Will Duct Cleaning Remove Mold?

Monday, July 16th, 2018

When moisture in air ducts condenses as cool air flows through the ducts on hot days, the result may be the growth of mold. When the mold spores are released into the air through the ducts, it often creates health problems for many people. This includes uncomfortable to severe allergic reactions in those whose immune system makes them particularly sensitive to mold. They may sneeze, cough, itch, have shortness of breath, or other serious reactions ...
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Air Conditioning Problems: Are Your Ducts to Blame?

Monday, March 5th, 2018

Whether it is the hottest day of the year or one of our Ohio days where it’s freezing in the morning and super hot by noon, air conditioning just needs to WORK.  Unfortunately, even if you choose the most efficient system, have the best installation, and do your routine maintenance your air conditioning system may not function exactly the way you expect.  There are many different issues that could negatively impact the performance of your ...
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Humidifiers and Temperature: Creating the Human Habitat

Tuesday, January 30th, 2018

Humidity and temperature control are crucial to enjoyment of life in our homes.  Have you thought of purchasing humidifiers or easy to use thermostats?  If not, your habitat needs work.

My youngest daughter is taking 5th grade science this year and one of the things it is focused on is the word Habitat.  A habitat is, according to dictionary.com, “the natural environment of an organism; place that is natural for the life and growth of an organism”.

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Vulcanized Rubber, HVAC, and Your Comfort

Monday, January 8th, 2018

How has vulcanized rubber effected your life?  From HVAC to tires to boots, Charles Goodyear has added comfort to your life.

DaveTheBobblehead and Vulcanized Rubber

The Adventures of DaveTheBobblehead continue this week at Rocky Boots in Nelsonville, Ohio.  Rocky Boots, or Rocky Brands as they now are named, was founded in 1932!  Still owned by the Brooks family and still in Nelsonville, Rocky has been a stable leader in our area for over 80 years.

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David White Heating and Cooling: Best of 2017

Friday, January 5th, 2018

Heating and cooling is what we do. Every year, though, we try to do it a little bit better than the year before.  What did we accomplish in 2017?

We Are Now Women-Owned Heating and Cooling

Women-owned businesses are growing in numbers every year.  Construction businesses, however, aren’t keeping pace with other types of companies with just 7% being owned by women.

David White Services Heating and Cooling is proud to be women-owned as of fall 2017.  Esther ...
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