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Spring & Summer Readiness

We are ready for Spring! Bring it on! It has seemed like a long winter season and we're glad to see it go. There are a couple of things you can do to ready your home's air conditioner for the upcoming warmer weather.

1. clear the outside area around your condenser unit remove all leaves, twigs, sand and debris.
2. take the vinyl winter cover off.
3. check the air filter for cleanliness.
4. change batteries in your thermostat if they haven't been done in the past year or two.
5. Call our office for an appointment to do the Spring maintenance service. 873-2665

Now wasn't that easy? Service contract folks will be contacted by our office for an appointment. Thank you.

Air Source Heat Pumps

If you're thinking about adding or replacing as air conditioning system, you may want to consider an air source heat pump instead. Along with cooling in the summer, these heat pumps can provide a good share of your heating needs.

The majority of our annual heating hours are between 27 and 65 degrees F (outdoor temperature), which is the effective range of most air source heat pumps. Below about 27 degrees, it is more cost effective to heat with the fossil fuel furnace. Our technician will program the system to automatically operate in the most efficient mode.

An air source heat pump can pay for itself in a few short years, through energy savings. All new air conditioning and heat pump units are now required to use R410A non-ozone depleting refrigerants. New units also must meet the minimum efficiency rating of 13 SEER. It is often beneficial to invest in a higher efficiency unit to save more of your energy dollars. Higher efficiency unit may also qualify for tax credits or utility rebates, where available.

Adams Heating & Cooling would be happy to give you a quote for one of these money saving systems. We have a full line of Trane systems available, one of which may be just right for you. Call us today at 873-2665 to schedule a free estimate.

Geothermal Just Makes Cents!

Most everyone now has heard about "Geothermal." It's been around for decades but we now realize more and more the importance of its minimal energy consumption, energy dollar savings, smaller carbon footprint, higher efficiencies, green technology and eco-friendly operation. All of this terminology describes the technology of geothermal systems.

Unlike investing in the stock market the investment in a Geothermal System will pay you back and there will be no taxes on your savings. Here are the facts:

The average stock market investment will only yield between 6-12% and an average of 8% over the long term. As you can see as investment of $19,000 for a geo will pay back $7,300 the first year and then an unbelievable average of 33% savings on fuel costs for its lifetime.

Can you do this in the stock market?

• No taxes on the savings.
• $800.00 app. cost of operation a year (versus $2,400.00 for LP gas)
• $66.67 GEO average operating cost per month (compared to $200.00 GAS average operating cost per month)
• $133.33 per month savings with geo and $1,599.96 yearly savings with geo
• $32,000.00 lifetime of 20 years on geo WOW!

What are you waiting for?????? Contact us today and let us show you the benefits of geothermal systems for you! 873-2665

New Technology from Trane

ComfortLink Remote Thermostat Kit

Trane and Schlage locks have teamed up to develop a security system for homeowners. Just think you can turn your thermostat up or down from your computer or smart phone. Check the temperature when you are away from your home. You can lock your door and change codes on your door entry. There is an option available to add security cameras to view your premises in and/or outside your home. Turn appliances and lights on and off. So many many options to monitor your home and its environment.

• Safety
  • Home Security
  • Access Control
  • Indoor Air Quality
• Efficiency
  • Reduce Home Energy Usage
  • Lower Utility Bills
• Comfort
  • Ideal Temperature & Humidity
  • Simple & Intuitive Control

We now have the technology available to help give you peace of mind, safety and convenience. We are excited to share with you this breakthrough technology.

We would like the opportunity to talk with you about your home, cottage or business environment needs. What an awesome new system to consider! Please call us at 873-2665 for more information and a designed system just for your needs.

Remember it's the latest and greatest technology in home control comfort. Can be used with gas, oil, electric, A/C and geothermal systems. Will adapt to any home furnace that operates on 24 volts. Don't delay call today!!!! 873-2665

2011 Home & Garden Show presented by the HBA of West Michigan

Where: West Michigan Fair Grounds US-10 Ludington
Dates/Times:

• Friday, April 29 : 4pm-9pm
• Saturday, April 30 : 11am-7pm
• Sunday May 1: 12pm-4pm

Come visit us at booths 47 & 48! See you there!

Heating & Cooling Tax Credits for 2011

Federal tax credits for qualifying heating and cooling systems are again available for 2011, although they are reduced from 2010 levels. Read more here...

Update on Utility Rebates

Again in 2011, most electric and natural gas utilities have programs that offer rebates to their customers tat upgrade to qualifying high-efficiency heat and/or cooling systems. Each rebate program has unique qualification requirements. Each also has limited funds available for the year and when the money is gone, so are the rebates. These programs may be suspended at any time during the year. For the most up to date information, contact your gas or electric company or visit their website.

Unfortunately, the rebate program for propane and fuel oil customers that was available last year has been discontinued. Call us at Adams Heating & Cooling at 873-2665 for an estimate on a new system and we'll let you know what utility rebates may apply to the system you are considering.

Financing

Just a reminder that we have financing programs available for new system installations. We offer the "GeoSmart" loan program for our WaterFurnace geothermal systems. We also offer the "Home Projects" VISA card for our Trane gas, oil, air conditioning and air-to-air heat pump systems. All financing is subject to credit approval.

Your comfort is our concern!

This is not just our lag line it is or mission! We want to provide you with safety and comfort in your home environment. We also want to provide you with the tools necessary to make informed decisions about your home environment. We would like to provide products that improve your home, quality of life, add to your home's value, help save energy dollars, decrease the carbon footprint, filter clean air, and appropriate humidity. Our goal is to give you safe reliable comfort!

We offer many Energy Star rated products.

Energy Tips

Energy Tip #1- Plants, trees, and shrubs on the south side of you home act as insulation, shade and thermal barrier.

Energy Tip #2- Keep A/C unit area clean and free of obstacles. Do not blow debris in your yard towards unit

Energy Tip #3 - Set your water heater temperature to 120 degrees

Energy Tip #4 - Use energy saver option on your dishwasher allowing dishes to air dry.

For more tips that will help you save money on your energy bills, click here.