Shumate Raleigh Heating & Air Conditioning Services

Happy Wife, Happy Life

Shumate Raleigh — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 14:13:00 +0000

Hey guys. How do the sayings go? “A happy wife makes a happy life”, and uh, “if momma ain’t happy, ain’t nobody happy”. Well, if you want the women in your life to be happy, so you can be happy too, all you have to do is take good care of them. A little appreciation can go a loooong way. Remember the special events in their lives and commemorate them, take them out to dinner once in a while, and make sure that they can be comfortable in their own home. There is nothing wrong with snuggling when it’s a little chilly, but you know that most ladies definitely don’t like being cold. So make sure that your heating systems are working great for those cold winter nights by keeping them maintained by a dependable service company like Shumate/Intrepid. All Shumate/Intrepid employees are drug screened and background investigated. Shumate/Intrepid technicians are experienced and well trained. That means a lot to the ladies in our lives when people are coming into their homes to work around their family. So man up, and keep your significant other warm by calling Shumate/Intrepid at 919-662-8040, and I guarantee you that you will both be happy.

Annual HVAC Maintenance Checkups — What They Entail And The Benefits They Provide

Shumate Raleigh — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 22:43:04 +0000

Annual HVAC maintenance is essential to improving efficiency and prolonging the life of your system. There are certain fundamental service tasks your cooling technician should do on a service call in the spring:

Check the evaporator and condenser coils.
Test the refrigerant levels and ensure there are no leaks.
Inspect the blower and test its airflow.
Make sure that the thermostat operates correctly.
Inspect all of the moving parts in the system, lubricating as necessary to help avoid wear and tear caused by friction.
Check the condensate drain, ensuring that condensation can properly exit the system, and checking for clogs throughout the drain.
Test the system controls, making sure that the heat is locked out when in cooling mode, and vice versa, and ensuring that the A/C equipment cycles on and off correctly.

A simple task that homeowners should do to ensure peak performance from their air conditioners is to make sure to change the air filter regularly. When you run your A/C frequently, check it once a month and change it when it looks dirty.

All of these maintenance tasks will keep your system in good working order, but you can benefit even further by participating in a Shumate service agreement.

Contact Shumate Air Conditioning & Heating today for more information.

Heating and Cooling Energy Saving Tips

Shumate Raleigh — Thu, 10 May 2012 13:04:14 +0000

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 needed; make sure they’re not blocked by furniture, carpeting, or drapes.
Eliminate trapped air from hot-water radiators once or twice a season; if unsure about how to perform this task, contact a professional.
Place heat-resistant radiator reflectors between exterior walls and the radiators.
Turn off kitchen, bath, and other exhaust fans within 20 minutes after you are done cooking or bathing; when replacing exhaust fans, consider installing high-efficiency, low-noise models.
During winter, keep the draperies and shades on your south-facing windows open during the day to allow the sunlight to enter your home and closed at night to reduce the chill you may feel from cold windows.
During summer, keep the window coverings closed during the day to block the sun’s heat.

Request a Shumate service call today and ask us about preventative maintenance plans to ensure your air conditioning unit is cooling during the hot summer months and heating during the cold winter months.

Heating System Checkup

Shumate Raleigh — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 07:55:44 +0000

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

Shumate Raleigh — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 16:03:49 +0000

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

Shumate Raleigh — Sun, 03 Jul 2011 06:06:32 +0000

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 programmable thermostat could save you as much as $180 a year, according to Energy Star.
Utilize Ceiling Fans. While you’re at home, put your ceiling fans to work — even with your air conditioner running. Ceiling fans can create a cooling effect that leaves you dry and comfortable, enough so you can raise the temperature on your air conditioner. A 2-degree increase can lower cooling costs by up to 14%, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.
Skip the Stove. You stove is another giant source of heat. Consider warming up small-sized portions in the microwave. You could save as much as 80 percent in cooking energy, according to Energy Star. Grilling outdoors is another alternative for cooking, not only because it conserves energy — it also keeps the heat outside!