Posted by Raymond Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning on Wed, Feb 22, 2012
The business owner knows that keeping his customers happy is the best way to garner the best advertising available - word of mouth. The customer however has many things that are important to them so solutions to problems you may encounter may have to come from outside the organization.
The owner of an eatery strives to offer great tasting food and drinks and a pleasant atmosphere to their patrons. Keeping customers comfortable while eating and enjoying a drink can be difficult considering their proximity to the kitchen. Pizzerias and bakeries usually have the ovens very close to the customer area. If the pizzeria wants to have some eat-in customers they have to make some arrangements to keep the heat in the kitchen.
Taverns that offer food may have some problems with the kitchen being extremely hot on their employees in summer because most of the air conditioning is used for cooling off the customers. These comfort problems do have solutions. Joining Raymond Plumbing and Heating in a corporate partnership can solve any number of cooling issues in the business environment.
Kitchen employees can be kept happy and comfortable with a ductless system similar to the one that our HVAC experts installed at The Knotty Pine Eatery in Vermillion Ohio. A zoned heating system that uses dampers to cut heat from one area while allowing others to get the right amount is another perfect solution for this environment.
These solutions have been installed for years our Lorain County HVAC professionals. Their expertise can make all the difference in the world in when it comes to positive word of mouth advertising and return customers. The Lorain County HVAC contractor can also come to your business at the start of each season to check on the heater and air conditioning system. This professional maintenance will not only contribute to the comfort of your establishment, it will prolong the life of your system and help you save money on your utility bill.
Posted by Raymond Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning on Fri, Feb 17, 2012
University of Toledo Committed to Using Biomass Fuels and Renewable Energy Sources for Power Needs
The University of Toledo has become a member of a highly innovative partnership that will help them provide renewable energy to their campus for years to come. The University is committed to using biomass fuels and renewable energy sources for all its power needs in the future. They have a wind farm and a large solar power array that provides a substantial amount of power and their new indoor sports complex is heated and cooled entirely by a geothermal system.
The innovations do not stop there - the school has signed a power purchasing agreement with a company that has built and that maintains the solar power array. Eventually the University will take over this system but in the meantime the current owner can take advantage of the tax incentives that building this array provides. This plan means it can buy affordable energy now and in the meantime look forward to owning a renewable energy source in the future. This type of partnership also offers plants right on campus that can be used for internships for students wanting to prepare for energy based jobs in the future.
Homeowners Can Keep Costs Down on Energy Costs
In the ongoing desire to keep costs down in the present the Lorain County homeowner can look to an ally just like the University of Toledo. A Lorain County HVAC professional can offer many services at affordable prices that can keep energy costs low for the rest of the winter.
A heating performance check can find ways to improve your heater and make it more efficient. There is also currently a program available through Raymond Plumbing that will get you a free air conditioning system with the purchase a new Carrier Infinity Gas furnace. The system must be installed by our Lorain County HVAC contractors by February 29 so now is the time to act if you want to begin lowering your utility bills for the foreseeable future.
Posted by Raymond Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning on Thu, Feb 16, 2012
The price of natural gas has increased for three straight days last month. The overall price has remained low however and just over a week ago was comparable to the prices of a decade ago. The continued mild weather could lead to homeowners receiving lower heating bills both due to lower prices and lower usage.
Natural Gas Prices Low Even After Recent Increases
The Associated Press reported in a January 24 story that natural gas storage is at a very high level and this trend is expected to continue. The story quotes an energy expert saying there may be too much natural gas produced to be able to fit it all into storage. That doesn’t seem to be a bad thing considering that over 50% of all homes are heated by gas and electric power plants are using it more every day to generate electricity.
Free Carrier Puron Air Conditioner When You Purchase a Carrier Infinity Gas Furnance
The Lorain County homeowner can take advantage of these lower prices by making their house more energy efficient with a new natural gas furnace made by the Carrier Corporation. The Carrier Infinity Gas Furnace is one of the most energy efficient models available. If you act now the Lorain County plumbing and heating contractor will also install a Carrier Puron Air Conditioner for free along with the purchase of an Infinity gas furnace. This air conditioning system ranks high in energy efficiency and uses the most advanced environmentally safe refrigerant available - Puron. Click here to learn how you get a Free Carrier Puron Air Conditioner!
The prices of fossil fuels are lower today but that can change with minimal notice. The most efficient appliances will save you the most money in the long run. A free high efficiency air conditioning unit is a terrific bonus to go along with a new efficient gas furnace. This offer lasts until February 29 so contact Raymond Plumbing today to make your home more efficient and to start realizing major savings on your monthly utility bills.
Posted by Raymond Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning on Tue, Feb 14, 2012
The winter weather in the U.S. has for the most part been mild but that could change at any time. Many feel that the furnace is the main thing to check and have ready for the colder months but there are other considerations that the homeowner should be aware of.
The snow and ice of winter will eventually melt, sometimes with the help of rain. This can lead to some problems for homeowners, especially those with sump pumps in their basements. A clogged pump that may burn out due to overuse can lead to damage in the basement that may or may not be covered by homeowners insurance.
A quick inspection of the sump pump and all your pipes can help prevent an expensive problem from cropping up. The added water brought on by melting snow is just one area that can be harmful to your budget. Rupturing pipes due to freezing or possible backflow problems brought on by a water main break are winter occurrences that the Lorain County plumbing contractor can handle quickly and easily.
In addition to inspecting your pipes, the testing of your backflow safeguards is another winter check-up you should consider in your effort to prevent unwanted winter problems. Serious health issues could result if polluted water backs up into your home water supply. There are different backflow prevention devices that the Lorain County plumbing contractor can suggest to ensure that your home and family are safe from these potential dangers.
There are also ways that this expert can advise you on how to save money throughout other areas of your home. Bathroom and kitchen sinks can be upgraded with faucets that use less water and the shower head can be changed to get the same effect. Schedule an appointment to find out all of the ways that you can protect your home from plumbing problems and save money on your water bill.
Posted by Raymond Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning on Thu, Feb 09, 2012
The stories focusing on the economy over the course of the last three years, both locally and nationally, have not been very uplifting. There are some bright spots that just don’t seem to make the news. We at Raymond Plumbing would like to give some recognition to a company that is taking positive steps to improve their service along with their bottom line.
O'Reilly Auto Parts Installs High Efficient Heating and Air Conditioning Units with the Energy Star Label
We have recently completed our eighth store for O’Reilly auto parts. They are a national company that wants to be the number one auto parts and service store for businesses and individual consumers. We have performed work at their stores throughout the area upgrading plumbing, heating and air conditioning in established stores and installing systems in their new locations. They have chosen wisely in both types of instances, installing highly efficient heating and air conditioning units with the Energy Star label.
Raymond Plumbing has been working with corporate partners in the area since 1957. Our project with O’Reilly auto parts was especially satisfying as it was with a company that has similar ideas about what great service can mean to a customer.
Our Lorain County plumbing and heating contractors enjoy a synergistic relationship with many companies in the area. We have performed major and minor plumbing and HVAC projects with national companies like O’Reilly’s and with small local establishments like The Knotty Pine Eatery and Mama Joe’s Pies.
We can offer local businesses more than just new installations and equipment upgrades as well. In fact, one of our best features when it comes to relationships with customers is our maintenance plan. If you have signed up for our maintenance plan and an emergency hits, we will be there to keep your company up and running. We are committed to getting this economy turned around and look forward to joining with other companies like O’Reilly Auto Parts to make the future in Lorain County bright.
If you are a business looking to install highly efficient heating and air conditioning units with the Energy Star Label, contact us today!
Posted by Raymond Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning on Tue, Feb 07, 2012
The Ohio Department of Development has established the Energy Loan Fund which will give low interest loans to businesses, non-profit groups and government agencies that want to reduce energy usage. The fund intends to loan money to businesses and other entities that will be spending it on projects that will reduce energy use by at least 15%.
Reduce the Energy Consumption in Your Business and Reduce the Amount You Pay Each Month for Utilities.
The projects being funded, in addition to reducing energy use by 15%, must demonstrate they will have a positive economic effect for the state and a positive effect on the environment. Loan repayments will be held for future use by other businesses for energy efficiency projects. Ohio has a strong hope that the reduction of a business’s utility bill will lead to the extra money being used for expansion thus creating more jobs.
Ohio is a strong proponent of energy job creation and is cited as the number 2 in the country in solar and wind energy construction jobs. This particular loan program is more focused on finding ways to save on energy use and will not require the borrower to move to renewable sources if they can’t afford it. The lesson is that new jobs can be created by new technologies and by improving the performance and efficiency of the older ones.
The HVAC contractors have been contributing to these efforts for many years. One of the fastest and most economical ways to conserve energy, a yearly heating performance check on your heater and air conditioning system, is being offered at a discount of $20 when you sign-up online. Our expert HVAC technicians are also well versed in major projects like oil to gas conversions and complete HVAC system replacements. Set up an appointment with one of our HVAC experts today to find out how you can reduce the energy consumption in your home or business and reduce the amount you pay each month for utilities.
Posted by Raymond Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning on Tue, Jan 31, 2012
The digital age has been responsible for making everything from work communications to how we spend our leisure time easier and more personally satisfying. Many are telecommuting and no longer have to drive to the office. Our children are easier to keep track of with cell phones and we can access our emails from any location. Our televisions can be used for video games and we can access just about any movie or television show we may have missed all by using a remote control.
Moen ioDIGITAL Vertical Spa Installation
Now even the time you spend in the shower has been digitally enhanced by a product available from the Moen Corporation. This unique innovation called the ioDIGITAL can be installed when building a new home or when remodeling. Homeoweners can program their perferred shower settings to memory and can dial in their precise water temperature with the ioDIGITAL controller. See how the ioDIGITAL works and watch Raymond Plumbing install Moen's ioDIGITAL Vertical Spa with ease.
Raymond Plumbing and Heating has installed this shower system in an Ohio home that is over 100 years old and we can do the same for you. The body spray option has been available for some time as has the personal hand shower. This system has those plus a rainshower and you can choose which ones you want to use with the digital controller placed on the shower wall. This controller also adjusts the water temperature and you can even make adjustments using a remote control.
Another advantage to this unique system is that you can choose shower heads that use less water and save some money at the same time as having a comfortable and fashionable shower. Our video is a great aide in showing what this digital system offers and your Lorain County plumbing contractor has all the experience needed to install it properly.
Posted by Raymond Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning on Mon, Jan 30, 2012
Manage the Climate in your Home with a Zoned Heating System
The thermostat is readily accessible to everyone in the house. This accessibility is convenient but can lead to some problems, especially during the really warm and really cold times of the year. The thermostat ensures that the room it is in reaches the temperature set but other rooms may be warmer or colder and raising the thermostat affects every room.
This can be taken care of by looking into zoned heating and cooling systems. These systems can keep the rooms with special needs just as comfortable as the living room, family room and kitchen without wasting energy. Some rooms may have more glass due to large windows and even a large glass door with exposure to the outside and may be warmer or cooler than you want them to be.
With a zoned heating system dampers in ductwork and separate thermostats can help you manage the climate in these areas. The best part about zoned HVAC systems is that a more even distribution of the conditioned air will maximize comfort at the same time as discouraging the constant adjustment of the thermostat.
Most homes could probably be divided into two or three sections with a zoned heating and cooling system. The areas would have their own thermostats and the heated or cooled air would only be going to those areas that really needed it. The multiple thermostats can be adjusted accordingly when no one will be in certain sections of the home to save money on your utility bill.
Decrease your Energy Usage with a Zoned System
The zoned system is just one of the ways to decrease your energy usage that can be discussed with a Lorain County HVAC contractor. Making large scale changes like a new HVAC system may not be necessary for your home. Making changes such as adding the zone system or a programmable thermostat may be all you need to cut your energy bill by up to 25%.
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Posted by Raymond Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning on Tue, Jan 24, 2012
The Carrier Corporation and Raymond Plumbing and Heating have a special offer for those who want to upgrade their furnace. If you have been thinking about making your home more energy efficient and adding a system that is better for the environment, while saving you money, this is a deal you won’t want to pass up.
Get a Free Carrier Puron Air Conditioner When you Purchase
Carrier Infinity Gas Furnace
A purchase of the Carrier Infinity Gas Furnace with a matching Infinity Control or Edge thermostat will qualify you for a free Carrier Puron air conditioning system. You may also qualify if you combine the furnace purchase with a Carrier Air Handler and heat pump. The new systems have to be installed by our HVAC professionals by February 29 to get the free air conditioning system.
Carrier is making this upgrade an affordable option for the Lorain County area and has combined this offer with the latest in programmable thermostats. Both the Edge and Infinity thermostats can be programmed for an entire week and accessed by computer or Smartphone when you are away. These thermostats are a tremendous ally in the effort to reduce your utility bills.
The heat pump is another incredible green option that helps heat the home in the winter and partner with the air conditioner in the summer to keep energy prices low all year round. This heat pump will be combined with a more efficient system and thermostat keeping prices lower than you might have thought possible.
For information about this special offer available through Raymond Plumbing, click here! Call us to schedule an appointment - it’s time to go green and save some green with Carrier and Raymond Plumbing and Heating.
Posted by Raymond Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning on Fri, Jan 20, 2012
The 32,000 lights that made up the ball that helped ring in the New Year in Times Square were highly efficient LED lights. These lights can be thought of as an energy efficient symbol for what the United States should be doing for this year. There are many proposals on the table to make the goal of using less energy a fact nationally. Some states have already enacted laws to make energy efficiency a priority for the coming year.
Nationally the Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act was introduced last year and has been endorsed by the Senate Energy Committee. It is the bill’s goal to create jobs while increasing the use of energy efficient technologies in the residential, commercial and industrial sectors. This will be achieved through a number of loan programs.
The bill hopes to see manufacturers and efficiency advocates come together on efficiency standards for outdoor lighting, heating and cooling systems and residential appliances. The federal government will be required to use energy saving techniques and, if passed, the law would strengthen building codes to make new homes and commercial buildings more energy efficient.
Many states have been rewarding energy efficiency with programs and rebates and that will continue in 2012. Maryland and Texas have just passed legislation to increase energy efficiency codes for new homes built. Texas believes its new energy code will save the homeowner 15% on their energy bill. Lorain County home buyers can expect Ohio to establish new energy codes this year similar to what Texas and Maryland have done.
The Lorain County HVAC contractor is well aware of the current standards for new buildings but they also have many options available that will make an older home more energy efficient. Energy Star rated water heaters, furnaces and central air conditioning systems can be installed by this pro to help you see substantial savings on your utility bill.
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