Heating and Cooling Energy Saving Tips

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Shumate Raleigh in Heating and Air No Comments

Set your programmable thermostat as low as is comfortable in the winter and as high as is comfortable in the summer, as well as when you’re sleeping or away from home. Clean or replace filters on furnaces and air conditioners once a month or as recommended. Clean warm-air registers, baseboard heaters, and radiators as [...]

Heating System Checkup

Posted on November 27, 2011 by Shumate Raleigh in Heating and Air No Comments

Winter is upon us and now is as perfect of a time as any to make sure your heating system is ready for the colder months ahead. Give Shumate a call at (919) 662-8040 and schedule a service call and ask us about our preventative maintenance agreements.

Home Energy Tip – Supply and Return Vents

Posted on November 9, 2011 by Shumate Raleigh in Heating and Air No Comments

Home Energy Tip – Make sure to keep furniture and drapes away from HVAC supply & return vents. Better airflow means improved comfort and lower energy bills.

Reduce Summer Cooling Costs

Posted on July 3, 2011 by Shumate Raleigh in Heating and Air No Comments

With the summer temperatures reaching over 90 for many days, here are some tips that can help you save money on your cooling costs. Raise Your Thermostat. If you have central air, start by automatically setting your thermostat to a higher temperature, say 78 or 80 degrees, during times when you’re not at home. A [...]