Stay Cool this Summer – AC Maintenance Tips
Temperatures are climbing and the hot weather is here to stay! The key to staying cool all summer long is a properly maintained air conditioning system. Proper air conditioning maintenance can not only help keep you cool during these hot summer months, it can also save you money. You should schedule and perform annual pre-season air conditioner maintenance. Your AC maintenance should include the following activities: Check air filters – You should check and change your filters on a monthly basis, if necessary. Dirty air filters will restrict air flow and can potentially damage your heating and cooling equipment. Adjust thermostat settings – As the seasons change, your indoor air temperature preferences will change too. Inspect and clean the condensate drain – A blockage here can increase indoor humidity levels, or worse, cause water damage. Clean evaporator and condensing coils – Dirty coils reduce energy efficiency and make your equipment
Storm Safety Tips – Play it Safe
The recent severe storms in the Southern part of the United States have left entire neighborhoods destroyed by tornadoes and flooding. Thousands of people have been affected by these natural disasters. In light of this devastation we want to educate you and make sure you know how to stay safe when severe weather strikes. Before the Storm Preparation starts before the storm. Take a proactive approach to surviving a disaster by getting your house, yard and family ready before the storm hits. Make a plan and prepare your home. Make sure everyone knows emergency phone numbers, and when to call them. Learn evacuation routes and establish meeting places in case family members are separated. Keep an emergency supply kit on hand. Make sure it includes: portable radio, flashlights, batteries, first-aid kit, non-perishable food and drinking water, emergency cooking equipment and essential medicine. Power outages often accompany severe weather like wind,