Shumate Raleigh Heating & Air Conditioning Services

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.

Contact Shumate 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!