Blog Category: Air Conditioning

A central air conditioning system is composed of several smaller mechanical systems, including the condensate drainage system. Although the condensate drainage system seems insignificant, a malfunctioning drain can create serious… Read more »

Pet dander, pet hair, and even pet urine can significantly impact your home’s HVAC system. Without proper maintenance, your HVAC system could burn out faster than expected because of your… Read more »

Do you need a new air conditioner? Should your future central system have the highest seasonal energy efficiency ratio (SEER) available? If you’ve heard a high SEER rating is the… Read more »

You may need to change your filter more often than you realize! Air filters are a crucial component of your HVAC system. Air filters not only keep your air clean,… Read more »

Suppose you’re serious about saving energy but don’t want to sacrifice indoor comfort. In that case, high-efficiency condensing furnaces offer a significant upgrade path. Condensing furnaces regularly achieve high Annual… Read more »

Allergies can bring you down and leave you feeling too terrible to enjoy life. Whether you’re allergic to pets, pollen, dust, or other airborne allergens, a high-quality HVAC system can… Read more »

If your HVAC system isn’t used or maintained correctly, it may fail over time. Below are some of the most common mistakes you might make when caring for or using… Read more »

As each year passes, you may find it more accessible and easier to take your home heating for granted. Unfortunately, many homeowners do not worry about their furnaces until a… Read more »

Can your home’s HVAC system impact your pregnancy? If you’re expecting, take a look at what you need to know about residential home heating, cooling, and air ventilation. HVAC Maintenance… Read more »

Central California residents enjoy relatively comfortable temperatures for most of the year. However, as the calendar advances toward the year’s final weeks, nighttime temperatures can get pretty chilly. This change… Read more »

When choosing a new heating and cooling system for your Central Valley home, you have plenty of factors to consider. One such factor is how large your new HVAC system… Read more »

What’s Included in Professional AC Maintenance? We all know that we should maintain all of our appliances. Still, we rarely find the time or motivation to do it ourselves. So… Read more »

What Size Furnace Do I Need for My Home? What is the correct size furnace for your home? Well, the HVAC professionals at Derek Sawyers Heating & Air Conditioning are… Read more »

HVAC systems help seniors stay safe and comfortable while they’re at home. If you’re a senior or someone who helps an elderly relative care for themselves at home, look at… Read more »

Did your central AC system suddenly stop cooling your home? If your air conditioner breaks down in the middle of a summertime heat wave, consider the dos and don’ts of… Read more »

Whether you have a small greenhouse or a large indoor vegetable operation in the Modesto area, your choices of heating, cooling, and ventilation solutions can make your indoor growing space… Read more »

Anyone can easily neglect appliances until they need help. However, proactive homeowners have learned to maintain their appliances, including central air conditioning (AC) units, to receive top performance from their… Read more »

Air conditioning can ensure the comfort and safety of every household member, including your children. But these benefits only come if you set up your HVAC and maintain it to… Read more »

Before this cold season ends, homeowners must rely on their furnaces to keep warm and comfortable. But if your heating system is old or frequently malfunctions, it can be a… Read more »

Residential HVAC systems can provide homeowners and their families with essential health benefits and comfort. Efficient air circulation can reduce airborne irritants. Effective cooling systems and other components can help… Read more »

Air conditioners should make the air in your house more comfortable. However, sometimes they do the exact opposite. This is especially true if your air conditioner is causing your home… Read more »

Summer is finally over. If your air conditioner needs repair more than once throughout the summer, it may be time to replace the unit. When the time does come to… Read more »

If you’re upgrading your central air conditioning (AC) unit this year, ensure that you purchase the correct size of AC system for your home. Here are three things every AC… Read more »

With the average furnace costing thousands of dollars once you factor in parts and installation, most homeowners consider it a costly investment. It makes sense to hold on to your… Read more »

Home HVAC systems can only deliver the performance their owners expect when they have clean, intact, well-designed ductwork. If the ducts that run through your home cannot deliver warmed or… Read more »

The holidays are fast approaching, which means one thing: family gatherings. Aside from all the food, drinks, and other fun you’ll have this year, there’s one more thing to consider.… Read more »

If you’re the kind of person that forgoes maintaining your equipment and appliances, well, you’re not alone. Every year, millions of people decide it’s not worth their time to perform… Read more »

As winter approaches, many of us turn up the thermostat to stay warm and comfortable. But what can you do to keep warm without running up your heating bills? According… Read more »

Summer is almost over. If your air conditioner needs repair more than once throughout the summer, it may be time to replace the unit. When the time comes to replace… Read more »

Is It Time To Replace Your Air Conditioning Unit? If your AC isn’t working well, primarily if it’s functioning worse than it did when you bought it, then there is… Read more »

No matter where you are in the Central Valley, you know your HVAC system can take a big bite out of your wallet. This is especially actual since HVAC usage… Read more »

If pollen, dust, insects, or other pests have invaded your home, it may be good to have your ducts cleaned. Achoo! You can’t seem to eliminate your allergies, even in… Read more »

Save Money And Improve Performance While Keeping Cool We’re all happy to run our AC full blast as soon as the temperature hits 90°F, and for a good reason. Hot… Read more »

Rheem named us here at Derek Sawyer’s Heating & Air Conditioning, one of their Top Pros of 2020! But that begs the question: What are the Rheem Top Pros and… Read more »

Business owners who are committed to reducing facility operating costs and energy use also likely help their companies become more sustainable. Your facility’s air conditioning (AC) system is an ideal… Read more »