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What Is Ductless Air Conditioning?

April 18, 2022

As the name implies, ductless air conditioning is a system that doesn’t use ducts to move cool air throughout your home. Also known as a mini-split, it has three main components. Three Main Components A ductless air conditioner system has an indoor unit. This is installed in the room you want to cool. There is an outdoor unit that is linked to the indoor unit through a conduit. The indoor unit is controlled by a remote. Can It Only Cool One Room? Some ductless air conditioning systems, single-zone mini-splits, can only

Why It’s Not Safe to Buy a Used Furnace

March 18, 2022

How Do I Choose the Right Furnace Filters?

February 15, 2022

Deciding on the right furnace filters for your family needn’t be difficult. Rather than dealing with confusing features and materials, you can determine the best choice by consulting your manufacturer’s manual or by asking a professional. Purchasing the right filter doesn’t have to be unnecessarily complicated or expensive. Disposable or Reusable Determine whether disposables or reusable filters better suit your household’s needs. Disposable filters are more easily accessible and less expensive. Purchase them based on size and MERV rating. They need to be changed frequently, and how often depends on your domestic circumstances. Reusable filters can

Simple Ways to Reset a Heat Pump or Furnace

January 12, 2022

If you live in Freeport, Maine, or a surrounding area and have a heat pump or furnace, at some point they will encounter a problem and may require a reset. While there are a wide variety of heat pumps and furnaces, the reset procedure is usually similar. Both heat pumps and furnaces are designed to heat your home, but they do this in very different ways. A heat pump takes heat from the outside air to produce heat while a gas furnace produces heat by burning propane or gas. An electric furnace blows air over heated elements.

Why Is My Furnace Rusting?

December 20, 2021

Unfortunately, rust formation in or on the surface of your electric or gas furnace isn’t uncommon. It seems virtually all furnaces will eventually develop some rust, even if you take terrific care of your system. In most cases, rust shows up on furnaces when they’re exposed to too much water. The most important thing to know is that if your rust develops at an average pace, your furnace will still give you several years of good use. However, if you notice any abnormal rust development, it would be wise to immediately track down the source of the issue.

Improve Your Indoor Air Quality This Winter With These Tips

November 18, 2021

In the winter, we all tend to spend more time inside of our homes. Ensuring that you have good indoor air quality is essential for both your health and comfort. By applying these tips, you can improve your indoor air quality this winter season. Schedule Ductwork Inspection and Cleaning Over time, ductwork tends to accumulate dust and other debris. These allergens are blown around your house every time your heating system runs. This reduces your air quality and creates the need to dust more often. The changes in air temperatures also put stress

Reasons Why Your Heater Is Running Continuously

October 13, 2021

Heaters are supposed to automatically turn on and off when the room temperature drops and when the room temperature is optimal, respectively. Your heater may, however, continue running in spite of the optimal temperature being achieved. This can frustrate you as your home may experience uncomfortable temperatures, and your energy bills may skyrocket. Below are some of the reasons that could lead to your heater failing to turn off. Dirty Air Filters You may often find yourself forgetting to clean your air filter. This can result in your heater running continuously because airflow is limited. If

How to Re-light Your Pilot Light

September 17, 2021

If you don’t have any heat in your home, it could be a sign of a problem. At the same time, though, the cause of the issue could simply be that your pilot light has gone out. The good news is that you can safely and quickly re-light your pilot light to get your heat going again. Safety First First, if you smell natural gas, you need to get out of the home and call for assistance immediately. Let a professional handle the situation as it could potentially be very dangerous. Instructions

How To Tell if Your AC Is Running Efficiently

August 10, 2021

Owning and operating an air conditioner in Freeport shouldn’t break the bank. Unfortunately, when home cooling equipment is improperly sized, too old or poorly maintained, the costs of using it can skyrocket. Worst of all, even as homeowners pay more to use their cooling systems, their overall comfort level declines. Here are some considerations in determining whether your AC is still efficient or if it’s time to have it replaced. What’s the Remaining Lifespan of Your Air Conditioner? Just because your AC still turns on and blows cold air doesn’t mean that it’s doing its job

AC Problems You May Encounter in the Summer

July 28, 2021

The effects of climate change are only intensifying. To maintain a comfortable indoor environment in Freeport, ME, you must prepare for the summer. Get your air conditioner serviced in advance, and you can avoid common AC issues in the hotter months of the year. 1. Dirty Filters Leaving a dirty filter inside your air conditioner will surely lead to more cooling issues. You might have to pay high energy bills if the clogged filter causes the AC unit to become inefficient. If you like to cool your home around the clock, you should clean or replace

Kurt J.

Zack was excellent! I had a no Heat situation at one of my apartments in Portland. As a landlord, that’s a bad situation and doghouse came through.

Denise R.

The guy was very nice, explained everything and that I didn't need a plumber!!

Diana G.

Professional service. We had a combustible tank replaced under our mobile home. Josh M and his partner Jessica were polite and knowledgeable. Would recommend

Joline G.

Stan J.

Josh was very professional and knowledgeable. Great job, highly recommend.

Robin R.

Noah, from Doghouse Energy was very good. He was timely, friendly and thorough. He detailed needed repairs and reviewed recommendations for future to ensure longevity and optimal functionality for my heating systems.

Craig H.

Terri S.

Great service !! Noah fab technician

Janis J.

Michael G.

Zack did a great job with the annual cleaning

slipz51

We replaced an old boiler with a high-efficiency gas condensing combi unit. Ian walked me through what they were going to and then went ahead and did it. A minor hiccup or two was sorted. The hot water was back in a little over a day and the system is now fully up and performing as expected. I really feel the time he took to explain how things worked was invaluable to us. It's a new, very different system and we now have confidence that we did the right thing with the right people.

Dan R.

Zac did great job. Very professional. Good communication and addressed concerns.

Daniel B.

Third time using DogHouse for our heating and cooling needs. They never disappoint!

Jesse J.

Noah was great, very transparent and informative! It is the second time he has worked on my heating system and each time I had many questions and he answered all of them with the patience of a professional! Thank you

Elizabeth F.

Noah was professional and informativeI will continue to use Dog House services

R Tobey S.

james M.

Outstanding service and professional. I appreciate your work and taking time to answer my questions.

Richard B.

Our technician Zachary R was very professional and thorough. I am very glad we switched to Dog House Energy a few years ago. We were very satisfied with his detailed diagnosis of the system. we will be using Dog House for annual maintenance of our heating system again, as well as for any additional plumbing needs. Can’t beat them for responsiveness and professionalism!

Phillip M.

Great communication for both the appointment and the work that needs to be done. Nate was fast with the estimates and it details the work they will do. As well as breaking out each job into different estimates to help pick and choose the items based on need and budget. Overall great customer service.

Stanley Nock S.

Josh was exceptional..he explained in detail the work ,risk with regards to replacing a HWTank relief valve on the age of that tank.

Leslie L.

This was my first experience with Doghouse and Noah B. was great. Very thorough and explained everything when I asked. Thanks so much!!!!

Pamela C.

Glad we called Dog House! Outstanding service! Thanks.

Ronan P.

Howard S.

Prompt, personable and efficient.

shauna L.

Zachary is very knowledgeable and helpful. Wants everything to work efficiently without over selling.

Wendy P.

I want to thank Nick and Daniel for their service from walking me through the initial estimate and details of the installation of the heat/ac pump to the completion of the job. Well done from start to finish. Two thumbs up also to the friendly way Dog House answers the phone. They care about their clients!

John U.

Last year Noah noticed the inner firebox liner was developing some cracks… I was prepared this year to have it replaced, however , Noah thought it was probably fine to wait another year. I felt good knowing that Doghouse is honest in their assessment and does not replace items that are still functional.

Sharon S.

Jesse and Jared came to do more plumbing, and I was happy to see they were both pleasant and knowledgeable. Mission accomplished!

Priscilla J.

Thanks Nick W for cleaning our heat pumps and taking the time to answer our questions. Great service.

Sam U.

I had a relatively small job (replacing some leaky valves under sink), and I was very glad they were willing to take on a smaller job like this. Great communication, timely service, friendly and professional. Thanks for getting the job done for me!

Rick W.

Zach was on time, helpful and friendly- did the job in no time .

Terri C.

Zachary was efficient friendly and explained everything needed or recommended.

Paul Z.

I had them replace an old furnace,. I received an email letting me know the technician was on his way. They showed up on time and did an excellent job. JB, Robert, and Travis made sure I understood everything they were doing and they are great to work with. The installation went smooth and they ensured all aspects of the furnace and my heating system were working properly. I was impressed by their professionalism and technical knowledge. I would highly recommend Dog House Energy Services and will be calling them in the future, not only for the yearly cleaning, but for any other problems that might arise.

David K.

Josh was incredible as always.

Alexander W.

Had Zach R. service our furnace today. He was very knowledgeable, efficient and friendly. We needed to have the drain rocks replaced, he explained what they were, why they mattered and had the materials on hand to replace while working on the furnace. Great technician and an incredibly easy experience for us.

Hannah B.

The dog house team was pleasant to work with, and prioritized my plumbing emergency to get me in the books as fast as they could

Sheila H.

Noah did an excellent job, as usual, in giving our heating system its yearly maintenance. He also found a bad thermostat and is facilitating the installation of a new one. We are very satisfied with his service.

Ralph A.

Marc T.

Noah was great! Always reassuring when he is available to come help and service my heating system!

Jessica P.

Couldn’t say enough good things about these guys! Jess and Josh are wonderful. Super knowledgeable, professional and friendly. They have done everything from installing our heat pump/ AC to valve replacements. I can confidently say I wouldn’t go anywhere else.

Rachel G.

Josh and Jess are friendly and efficient. I highly recommend!

Chris F.

Wes R.

Zach and Dan did a great job removing our old oil tank. John came in to assist with the heavy lifting. All three were a pleasure to work with. And Kudos to DogHouse for the phone calls, text messages and email communications. Well Done folks!!

Beth Ann N.

Zachary was on time and professional. He answered our questions and attended to items that we were concerned about.

Richard R.

J. P.

Nick just installed heat pumps at our house and, with Ian assisting, did a fantastic job. Not only were they efficient, always on time, thorough and a pleasure to work with, Nick spent a lot of time with us explaining how the system works and setting it up just as we wanted. We highly recommend them!

Iris S.

Josh and Jessica installed my new water heater today. It was a complicated job disconnecting the old water heater which ran off the oil boiler. I trusted Josh when he came to do the estimate, which is why I went forward with Dog House. Jessica and Josh did a fantastic job. Everything was explained to me in detail. I couldn't have asked for a better experience.

Marsha Steve K.

Jessica and Josh were very friendly, professional and knew exactly what to do. They arrived on time and went right to work. They fixed both of our issues in a very short time. I highly recommend both of them and the Doghouse company.

Rebecca D.

We have had Nick work at our house several times. He is consistently professional, respectful and knowledgeable about his field. We are very confident in the quality of his work and he exhibits a level of professionalism that exceeds expectations.

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