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Uh Oh ! It's Hot Again
Posted: August 2008

     Summer has certainly arrived - with a vengeance. Due to the extreme cost of gasoline, you certainly can’t afford to drive anywhere, so I’m guessing you may be spending a little more time at home these days.

     If that’s true, you’re probably using your air conditioning system more than usual, which means that if you have an older system, your electricity bill is likely higher as well. Older systems can use up to 60 percent more electricity than newer models.

     I would not recommend replacing your functioning air conditioning system just to get one that uses less electricity. But if your system is more than 10 to 15 years old, uses R-22 Freon, has had a refrigerant leak, has needed frequent repairs or is just in bad shape, then replacing it is a no-brainer. Spending your money on repairs to keep an older system working just doesn’t make much sense when you could have a new system that will begin reducing your electric bill as soon as it is put into use.

     Many people ask me when the best time is to replace their system. My answer is to have it replaced while it is still working. That way you can schedule the work to be done on your schedule, not when the machine has decided to stop working or is in need of yet another repair.

     New, high-quality, properly installed equipment is never going to be priced as low as homeowners would like. So, be careful to avoid the most common mistake many homeowners make - choosing a new system based solely on a low price. This tactic will only insure that you’ll get a poor-quality job.

     I promise that you will never regret investing in a professionally installed, high-quality heating and air conditioning system. We’re always here to help you wade through the information and make an informed choice. Call me anytime with any questions that you may have.

     There are a variety of financing options designed to help homeowners with this type of purchase, so call us for the details. We are committed to assisting you in making a wise selection that will last for many years.

     Call or e-mail me if you’d like a free evaluation of any quote you’ve received. I can help you decipher all of the information. I’ll also bring you a free copy of The Homeowners Heating and Air Conditioning Buyers Guide. This brochure is designed to give you the facts you’ll need before you commit to a new system.

     Would you like to learn more about heating and air conditioning? Attend our next action-packed homeowners workshop. We’ll answer any and all questions, so bring your list - and your friends, neighbors and relatives. For dates and times and to reserve a seat, call (818) 886-2600. Join us for a couple of hours and you’ll take home some useful information. You’ll also receive a free copy of The Homeowners Heating and Air Conditioning Buyers Guide.

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