Author: Dotcom Design

The week before Thanksgiving is when we start getting the calls. Every year, without fail, the first real cold snap hits the Quad Cities, and Bettendorf homeowners discover their furnace isn’t keeping up like it did last winter. Sometimes it’s a system that’s been struggling for years. Sometimes it’s one that seemed fine in October […]

We’ve worked on homes throughout Rock Island, Illinois – from the older brick colonials in the Broadway Historic District to the split-levels that went up along 38th Street in the 1970s. Each era comes with its own quirks: different ductwork configurations, different insulation standards, and different electrical panel capacities. A contractor who knows the housing […]

Let us grill for you! Research For The Kids Fundraiser (University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital) Thursday, July 13th 11am – 1pm Tri-State Independent Blind Society Parking Lot (1068 Cedar Cross Rd., Dubuque, IA) Your choice of Burger, Brat or Pork Chop Sandwich, pop or water and a bag of chips $10 per meal […]

Essential to any home or office space, air conditioning keeps things cool and comfortable. A high-quality AC system can provide a level of energy efficiency that results in massive savings. But not even the best can last long without proper maintenance. Sooner or later, you’ll face that classic conundrum – is it worth the effort […]

If you have decided to join the fray and begin doing some home improvement projects, you’re in good company. Homeowners began approximately 115 million home improvement projects from 2017-2019, and that number has only increased coming out of the global pandemic. But putting together and adding those finishing touches that make your home perfect can […]

Your HVAC is an essential part of your home. Not only does it make your house comfortable, but it also plays a role in filtering your air. Because of this, staying up-to-date on your HVAC’s health can make a huge difference in the way your home feels and functions. Keep current at all costs. Have […]

As the seasons change, you are likely to see changes in your energy bills. In the summer, it gets hotter and you’re probably cranking the AC. It’s essential to get your home to a comfortable temperature, but that doesn’t mean you need to break the bank to do so. There are several ways you can […]

The air you breathe and the temperature you live in determine a lot about the state of your comfort in a house. The HVAC equipment that runs such things are the unspoken heroes of your home systems but are often neglected until they become a problem to deal with. Here are some mistakes to avoid […]

Your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system is an essential part of your home. It helps to regulate temperatures, filter out irritants, and much more. However, it doesn’t do this all on its own. There is a lot you can do to help your system run smoothly. Have Regular Maintenance Most people will attend […]

Allergies are brought on by many causes. It could be the changes in the weather or even the elements you’re exposed to at home. Whatever the cause, it’s important to keep your allergies under control so you can continue to function and avoid being uncomfortable. To help you manage your allergies, try out some easy […]