Houston, TX (PRWEB) July 16, 2014

Recently HVAC contractor AC Man of Houston announced a reduction in its repair and replacement services. The company wishes to make HVAC solutions more affordable for its growing client base in the Houston metro area.

With summer time already here, air conditioning (A/C) systems in various placesfrom homes in residential areas to multiple-story buildings that house large corporationshave to work harder to keep rooms at a cool temperature. In some cases, the burden can be too much to bear. A/C systems can be easily overworked, and they consequently break down with the increased workload.

Air conditioning is especially crucial for places like Houston, which is known for intense heat during the summertime. Moreover, A/Cs can be expensive to repair, and there's need for companies that can offer services that virtually anyone can afford.

To this end, AC Man of Houston is offering a 10 percent discount off an entire repair of an A/C system. The company has a professional staff that is trained to handle all sorts of issues, including the most complex technical problems. Moreover, AC Man of Houston is able to get the system fixed within the same day. The flat 10 percent discount fee also applies to heating units. With the months getting colder towards the end of the year, it would be the turn of the heating systems to feel the extra burden, with an increased responsibility to keep buildings warm.

In addition to discounts on A/C and heating system repair, technicians from AC Man of Houston advise customers on preventative maintenance services. This includes cleaning or replacing air filters, maintaining the condenser, inspecting the coolant lines, and checking for leaks. By doing this, customers can better ensure more efficient and longer-lasting HVAC systems.

About AC Man of Houston: Founded in 2008, AC Man of Houston specializes in installing, repairing, and maintaining HVAC systems. The family-owned and operated companywhich is based in Houston, Texasprovides services for all types of heating and cooling system brands, with accommodation for both residential and commercial clients. AC Man of Houston is an accredited Better Business Bureau member, as well as a certified American Standard Dealer. The company is located at 14173 NW Freeway #268, Houston, TX 77040. For more info or to request services, potential customers can call 713-460-COLD (2653) or 713-481-5424.

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Toronto, Canada (PRWEB) July 11, 2014

E-M Air Systems Inc. (http://www.EMAir.ca), the leading provider of custom commercial, residential, and industrial air conditioning (A/C) and heating repair, maintenance, and installation services in the Greater Toronto Area, is addressing the recent history of heat alerts in the GTA.

Each year, Toronto Public Health monitors heat alerts between May 15 and September 30 and records them in a chart. These alerts are important because they offer some insight into when extreme heat is likely to occur, says Enzo Colosimo, founder of E-M Air Systems Inc. History is usually a good indicator for future weather patterns, so these alerts should be taken into consideration. (Source: Alert Statistics - Heat Alert and Extreme Heat Alert, City of Toronto web site; http://app.toronto.ca/tpha/heatStats.html, last accessed July 3, 2014.)

Colosimo advises that both infants and the elderly are particularly at risk and special attention should be paid to these advisories, with some kind of plan in place to protect these groups. Extreme heat is a serious thing; while there are stories of pets being left in cars and passing away from heat, young children and seniors are equally as susceptible and need to take extra precautions.

According to the chart, last year alone, July had one heat alert and four extreme heat alerts. Going back just two years to 2012, July had four heat alerts and seven extreme heat alerts, Colosimo adds. That should tell GTA residents that July is the month they need to prepare for; using this chart as a reference, it is the month in which extreme heat alerts seem to be happening the most.

Colosimo suggests that all homeowners and residents ensure their air conditioners and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems are working properly. If the air conditioner or HVAC system needs to be fixed, those repairs should be completed before July. And if necessary, residents should contact a company that specializes in air conditioner installations.

Air conditioners and heating and cooling systems should be tested often before any extreme weather kicks in, he notes. Furthermore, for homeowners in new homes, dont forget that while a subdivision is under construction, opening windows may not be an option due to heavy dust from construction, meaning a central air conditioner needs to be installed.

Its imperative to stay cool inside ones home, Colosimo The staff at E-M Air Systems Inc. are experts at air conditioner installations and can quickly replace old or non-functional air conditioners with top-of-the-line brands.

E-M Air Systems Inc. has been installing custom commercial, residential, and industrial heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems in the new construction and retrofit market in Southern Ontario since 1987. Because E-M Air Systems Inc. designs every HVAC system it installs and manufactures the duct work in its own sheet metal shop, clients do not have to rely on outside firms for costly blueprints or work; this translates into greater value and the industrys most competitive pricing. E-M Air Systems Inc. is a member of the Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Institute of Canada (HRAI), the Canadian Home Builders Association, the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board, the Technical Safety and Standards Authority (TSSA), and the Residential Heating Ventilation Contractors Association (RHVCA). To learn more about E-M Air Systems Inc, visit the companys web site at http://www.EMAir.ca or call E-M Air Systems Inc. toll-free 1-800-893-6793.

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MISSOULA, Mont. -

Temperatures have been more than warm. People are trying to keep cool however they can, either with fans, air conditioning or swimming. One hardware store in Missoula and a heating and cooling company are seeing sales take off with the latest heat spike.

These 90-degree days are sending people to search for anything to keep them cool.

A heating and cooling service cannot believe the volume of calls coming in.

"It's been pretty busy; we're probably taking 10-12 calls a day for air conditioners that need repair, lot of them need to be replaced," said Bill Lamb, an employee at Garden City Plumbing & Heating.

Lamb isn't the only one feeling the pressure. A hardware store in Missoula says people have been rushing in to get everything from air conditioners to water tubes.

"The shelves that once were stocked full are now starting to dwindle, quickly. We're now trying to restock as fast as we can. So obviously, we've had a great uptake in sales," explained Nicholas Hunter, the floor manager at Missoula Ace Hardware.

Missoula's average temperature on this day is 84 degress, and we reached around 93 degrees, which is almost a 10-degree difference.

"Tend to get really busy this time of year, but this year, it just kind of hit us all at once," said Lamb.

Lamb said the air conditioning service is busier this year compared to last, and he credits the hot weather.

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Printed with permission from Dan Barnabic, author of the Condo Bible for Canadians.

What does the future hold for condos and how long will they last? These are by far the questions I am asked most often by condo buyers and owners alike.

Life Span of Condo Building Components

Condo buildings consist of thousands of individual components. Over time, due to wear and tear, those components need repairs and replacements. Knowing how old the complex is and when certain components were last repaired or replaced will give you an idea of when theyll likely need maintenance and replacements again.

The chart at the bottom of this article shows operational life expectancies of major mechanical components of a condo complex over the years. From the sea of available data and through consultation with building experts, I created this chart which I believe provides a fair reflection of maintenance and replacement costs over time to an average high-rise condo building.

The first major component that will need maintenance and replacement is the roof of the complex. It will usually last up to about 10 years, after which it will require maintenance and replacement by the time it reaches 15 to 18 years.

Plumbing/piping will probably be the last as quality and durability has improved over the years, so you can expect it to remain operational for about 50 years. From thereon, it will require maintenance and eventual replacement as well. Standard size windows may also last about 50 years, requiring occasional maintenance such as replacement of screens and sealant. Complexes built of all glass windows need to be addressed in more detail.

Bear in mind that maintenance and repairs to the inside of the individual unit are the direct responsibility of the unit owner. Monthly maintenance fees do not cover anything inside the condo unit. Appliances, heating, air-conditioning, and electrical fixtures inside the unit have to be maintained and eventually replaced by the unit owner.

All Glass Windows

Because of their appeal, facades of new condo buildings lately have been transforming into glass, often extending from floor to ceiling of each condo unit. It gives condos a more attractive look and is a great selling feature, but building experts have known for quite some time that todays glass-walled structures are less energy efficient than the stone and concrete buildings that were put up 40 or 50 years ago.

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MURPHYSBORO -- Mold mediation for the county-owned Craine building in Jackson County is almost complete.

Tom Redmond, chairman of the Jackson County Building and Grounds committee, said Wednesday the mediation is finished and the county is waiting on final legal action to complete the transaction.

Redmond said the firm that completed the project, White and Borgognoni Architects in Carbondale, must have their legal counsel review the project to ensure it has been done to the legal standards of the project description. Once the architectural firm reviews the project, the county will review it and $26,640 will be issued to the contractor.

The county is also taking measures to fix problems within its own courthouse.

The heating and cooling systems in the courthouse have had problems and there have been reports of the air conditioning not working in some courtrooms this summer.

A plan approved in May by the county board is meant to fix major leaking and water damage in the courthouse basement. Also, the repairs will take care of all heating and cooling needs on the first and second floors, as well as the basement.

Jackson County Chairman John Rendleman said fixing leaks in the basement will allow the courthouse to have offices in the basement again, which will free up much needed space for other offices.

The total cost for the courthouse repair project will be about $764,000.

Rendleman said the finance committee authorized the expenditure of $200,000 from previously appropriated funds for capital improvements to help offset some of the cost.

He said the county will also seek a loan not to exceed $600,000 for the balance. The loan will be paid back by funds through the regular general revenue account and must be paid back within two years after taking out the loan.

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Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) July 03, 2014

Atlanta air conditioning service Bardi Heating, Cooling and Plumbing is celebrating Independence Day by offering residents Independence from Emergency Fees. The company is waiving holiday emergency fees on both July 4th and July 5th, 2014. The offer is valid from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. only. Homeowners will only have to pay the normal $68 service fee.

The weather forecast in Atlanta estimates temperatures on Friday and Saturday will near and possibly exceed 90 degrees with nearly 50 percent humidity. Bardi understands air conditioning is essential to holiday party plans, and will have technicians available to assist with emergency repairs of air conditioners in Atlanta. This emergency fee waiver will save homeowners $70.

We know air conditioners can malfunction or fail at any time of the year, and dont abide by holiday schedules, said Gresham Ard, Bardis residential general manager. A broken air conditioner can really put a damper on the celebratory spirit of Independence Day, especially with the sunshine, high temperatures and humidity were anticipating. Thats why were offering our customers and all Atlanta homeowners independence from additional emergency fees on Friday and Saturday.

About Bardi Heating, Cooling and Plumbing: Bardi Heating, Cooling and Plumbing is a family-owned HVAC and plumbing company in Atlanta. Founded in 1989 by Alex and Susan Bardi, the company has been providing the Atlanta area with quality HVAC services for more than 25 years. Bardi also offers plumbing repairs and services, and is home to an experienced management team as well as an outstanding team of NATE certified technicians, whose number one priority is to keep their customers satisfied by always, always, always doing the right thing. Bardi provides free electronics pick-up and recycling on all service calls benefiting Nobis Works. For more information about energy efficient HVAC products, visit http://www.bardi.com or call 770-263-5355.

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Garland, TX (PRWEB) July 02, 2014

Arctic Comfort Air Conditioning has recently seen an increase in the price of R22 Refrigerant. Also known as Freon, this is the unseen chemical that cools homes.

In January 1989, The Montreal Protocol Treaty went into effect with the goal of protecting the ozone layer by regulating and phasing out harmful ozone depleting substances. Consequently, this was the beginning of the EPA regulations and phase out of ozone depleting refrigerants here in the United States.

In 2010, manufacturers could no longer produce or import air conditioning units pre-charged with R22 refrigerant, and production of the refrigerant was reduced by 75 percent. In 2015, R22 production will be reduced by 90 percent, in 2020, a 99.5 percent reduction, and a total of 100 percent phase out by 2030.

That was what was originally intended. Currently, the EPA is looking at three phase-out options. The first option, the preferred option by the EPA, is to end production and importation no later than January 1, 2020, an option close to the original intent and date. The second option ends production and importation in 2018. The third option is the estimation method, based on service needs and adjusts for recovery and reuse, which would lead to uncertainty in supply. Then there are those in the industry and Congress that would like a 100 percent phase out in 2015. Thats just next year!

The EPA will hopefully reach a decision by the end of summer or fall, and whatever the EPA decides will be the final decision with no further future changes. A once and for all decision would stabilize the supply for the remainder of the phase out and allow the industry to prepare for the final phase out date. But the price for a pound of R22 refrigerant will still be dictated by a heavy demand for an increasingly limited supply.

Air conditioning and heating companies recover, reclaim, and recycle the R22 refrigerant from the existing R22 units being replaced, which then can be used to service units beyond the final phase out, but one can imagine how expensive it will be to service obsolete equipment as time goes by.

Manufacturers did find a loophole in the law: manufacture dry charge units and let the technicians charge the systems with R22 refrigerant in the field. This helps many homeowners that are not ready or unable to change out their entire air conditioning system, but increases demand for an already limited supply of refrigerant. How long the manufacturers will continue to produce dry charge units or when and if the EPA will close the loophole is unknown.

Air conditioning equipment that uses the new refrigerant R410A are more environmentally friendly, but are not compatible with older indoor and outdoor units that use R22 refrigerant. Therefore, replacing the entire air conditioning system may be necessary for compatibility reasons.

Once an air conditioning system is properly charged, refrigerant should not have to be added. If refrigerant has to be added, there is a leak. The system can be re-charged, which will be very expensive at $300-$900 and up, or the system can be leak-checked to locate the leak and possibly have the leak repaired, but this option can be expensive as well, and not all leaks can be repaired due to their location.

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San Diego, CA (PRWEB) July 02, 2014

Bill Howe Plumbing, Inc. is one of the largest family-owned and operated service and repair companies in San Diego. Plumbers working for Bill Howe have been proud to be a part of the Local Plumbing-Heating-Cooling-Contractors of San Diego (PHCC-SD) since 1985. They have continued to successfully grow the company by adding divisions in restoration and flood services, heating and air conditioning repair, and dedicate their time and resources to focus on education and training for their 100 + employees.

Bill Howe Plumbing, Inc. has been a proud member of the PHCC-SD for over 25 years. Bill and Tina have each served as the chapter President, most recently Tina stepped into the role for the 2013-14 year where she increased membership and successfully saw the opening of the HVAC training program. For the past decade, Bill Howe Plumbing, Inc. has been proud to send their employees through the PHCC-SD apprenticeship program. The company pays for all tuition, materials and offers support, on the job training and all resources for them to become Journeyman plumbers.

On Saturday, June 28, the San Diego PHCC celebrated the 122th annual Installation of the Officers, as well as the 2014 Graduation Ceremony. A total of eleven students graduated from the program for 2014, including five San Diego plumbers from Bill Howe: Louis Zimmerman, S. Bruce, Ryan Cook, Tyler Cervantes and Matt Saille. Each graduate successfully completed the four-year program with outstanding grades while working full time as field technicians.

It was a very proud moment to be part of the success of all of our PHCC graduates this year, said Tina Howe, Vice President of Bill Howe Plumbing, Inc. We are especially happy to recognize the hard work and dedication of our own employees. We believe that proper training and education are so important to continuing to deliver the best services to our valued customers.

For more information about the Bill Howe Family of Companies services in San Diego: air conditioning, heating, restoration, flood remediation or plumbing, visit http://www.billhowe.com, or to speak with Bill or Tina Howe regarding this announcement, contact Bill Howe Marketing Director, Julie Riddle at Julie(at)billhowe(dot)com.

About Bill Howe Family of Companies Bill Howe Family of Companies is comprised of Bill Howe Plumbing, Inc.; Bill Howe Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.; Bill Howe Restoration & Flood Services, Inc. The family-owned and operated company began in 1980 with the plumbing division and has grown into San Diego Countys largest low-cost one-stop-shop for service, repairs and installation, offering both residential and commercial services. 9085 Aero Drive, Suite B, San Diego CA 92123. Call 1-800-BILL-HOWE because We Know Howe!

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Orange County, CA (PRWEB) June 26, 2014

Greenstar Home Services, a leader in environmentally conscious plumbing, HVAC maintenance, and whole home water filtration in Orange County and Las Vegas, recently began an initiative to show homeowners how to save money by utilizing green products and systems. This advice is part of a Green It Up! initiative to help homeowners realize the eco-friendly potential in their homes heating, cooling, and plumbing systems.

Greenstar provides many green options to improve a homes current air conditioning, plumbing, and water filtration systems including installing low flow showerheads and toilets, which can help a home conserve water. Using eco-friendly refrigerant in an air conditioning unit helps keep a home green, also. Our goal is to make sure homes are running efficiently.

For more tips on how to keep a home as green as possible, visit Greenstar Home Services at http://www.GreenstarHomeServices.com.

About Greenstar Home Services:

Greenstar Home Services leads the industry in providing environmentally conscious residential plumbing service, HVAC maintenance and repair, and whole home central water filtration within the areas of Orange County, California and Las Vegas, Nevada. We pride ourselves on the quality of our customer service achieved through our expansive knowledge of home maintenance.

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