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Get expert tips on the best ceiling fans, whether or not you should replace your air conditioning unit, or how to trouble shoot common garage door problems. Our blog is a combination of resources that our clients have found useful in improving their homes electric, plumbing, air and garage doors. 

installing a heat pump

The Advantages of Installing a Heat Pump for Heating and Cooling

When it comes to keeping your home or business comfortable all year long, choosing the right heating and cooling system is important. If you’re looking for an efficient, reliable, and cost-effective option, a heat pump install might be the perfect solution. Heat pumps provide both heating and cooling, making them

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mini split vs central heating

Mini-Split vs Central Heating: Which Is the Best for Your Home?

At Dixie Electric, Plumbing & Air, we’ve been helping folks in Montgomery, Auburn-Opelika, AL, and Columbus, GA, stay comfortable for over a century. Since 1908, our family-owned business has earned a reputation for delivering top-notch products and service. Today, we’re here to answer a question we hear a lot: What’s

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common furnace problems

The 7 Most Common Furnace Problems

At Dixie Electric, Plumbing & Air, we’ve been helping homeowners with their heating needs since 1908. Over the years, we’ve seen just about every furnace issue you can imagine. If your furnace isn’t working right, don’t worry—you’re not alone! Let’s explore the seven most common furnace problems and what might

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furnace replacement

Signs It’s Time For Furnace Replacement

Are you wondering if it’s time for a furnace replacement? System seemingly on it’s last leg? A reliable furnace is key to keeping your home warm and cozy during the colder months, but like any machine, it has a limited lifespan. Replacing a furnace isn’t something we do every year,

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forced air heating

What Is Forced Air Heating?

If you’re a Montgomery, Alabama resident looking to keep your home warm during the chilly winter months, you’ve probably heard about forced air heating. But what exactly is forced air heating, and how does it work to keep your living space cozy and comfortable?  In this easy-to-understand blog, Dixie Heating,

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cracked heat exchanger repair from dixie

How to Determine If You Have a Cracked Heat Exchanger

A heat exchanger is an essential component of a heating system. It’s responsible for transferring heat from the burning fuel to the air that is circulated throughout the home. A cracked heat exchanger can be a serious problem, since it can allow dangerous gasses, such as carbon monoxide, to leak

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furnace repair from Dixie

What to Do Before Calling for Furnace Repair

Expect the best and prepare for the worst. It’s a common saying that applies to many situations, one of when your furnace isn’t working properly or at all, the first response may be to pick up the phone and call for a furnace repair from a dependable company like Dixie

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New Federal Tax Credits Make Replacing Your Furnace Easier

New Federal Tax Credits Make Replacing Your Furnace Easier

Even though homeowners in the Montgomery, Alabama area typically don’t need to worry about snow and ice, winter temperatures can still get low. Without question, most everyone will choose cozy and warm over unreliable heat or no heat at all. Your family’s safety and comfort are not only your concern,

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