5 Tips That Boost Ductwork Design

By Steve Line | Published: May 17, 2012

5 Tips That Boost Ductwork DesignDuctwork design is an important part of any HVAC system. If you are installing an HVAC system in a new home or retrofitting one to your older home, you’ve probably spent some time looking at how to make your ductwork as efficient as possible. These five tips can help you maximize your ductwork investment and optimize the performance of your entire system: Read More »

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Efficiency Ratings That Help You Plan For Savings

By Steve Line | Published: May 15, 2012

When you’re selecting new heating and cooling equipment, the best place to start is by looking at the efficiency ratings. These ratings are mandatory on furnaces, air conditioners and heat pumps and serve as a guide to letting consumers know how much energy the appliance uses. Read More »

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Geothermal Systems Get Results: 3 Planning Tips

By Steve Line | Published: May 10, 2012

Geothermal Systems Get Results: 3 Planning TipsWhile it’s certainly true that geothermal systems provide highly efficient heating and cooling for your home, be sure to follow three important planning tips before choosing a unit. Here are the properties of your land that must be taken into account before you can install your geothermal system. Read More »

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How To Boost Home Insulation In Your Exterior Walls

By Steve Line | Published: May 8, 2012

Up to 30 percent of your home’s conditioned air can escape through small holes and cracks in your exterior walls. The best way to protect against this is to boost your home’s insulation. Here’s how:     Read More »

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New HVAC Equipment: Best Ways To Spend Your Extra Savings Or Tax Money

By Steve Line | Published: May 3, 2012

New HVAC Equipment: Best Ways To Spend Your Extra Savings Or Tax MoneyPurchasing new HVAC equipment can increase your energy efficiency, improve indoor air quality and help save you money on heating and cooling costs. However, not all HVAC units are created equal. Keep the following in mind before spending your hard-earned money on new HVAC equipment: Read More »

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Summers Spring 2012 Yard Sign Contest

By jenc | Published: May 3, 2012

Summers Spring Yard Sign Contest has officially started! You can enter now for your chance to win a $100 VISA Gift Card!  All you have to do is stick a Summers sign in your yard for the month of May.

A winner will be selected in each one of our service areas. You can download the registration form here, then give one of our locations a call and a technician will stop by to drop your sign off and pick up your entry form.

Please note: In order to win you must have a Summers Plumbing Heating and Cooling yard sign in your yard when the winner is selected.

Here’s one of our lucky winners from last year’s contest!!

yard sign winner 2011

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5 Energy-Saving Tips Homeowners Can’t Afford To Miss

By Steve Line | Published: May 1, 2012

If your goal is to pinpoint ideas for energy-saving tips around the home, you should know that heating and cooling costs account for as much as 50 percent of your total utility bills. That means making smart decisions about heating and air conditioning could save you significantly every month. Use the following five energy-saving tips to see a decline in your utility bills and an increase in home comfort. Read More »

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Programmable Thermostat Guide To Buying The Right Device

By Steve Line | Published: April 26, 2012

Programmable Thermostat Guide To Buying The Right DeviceProgrammable thermostats are quickly replacing their more traditional manual predecessors as the thermostat of choice for central Indiana homeowners. That’s because programmable models offer a higher level of flexibility, convenience and potential energy savings. Of course, to enjoy the maximum benefits of a programmable thermostat, you first need to buy the right device. Read More »

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Boost Energy Savings In Every Room Of Your Home

By Steve Line | Published: April 24, 2012

Winter heating bills get many Indiana homeowners thinking about energy savings, but heating isn’t the only way energy can be wasted. The best way to conserve energy and spare your pocketbook is to break your house down and consider where you can save energy in each individual room. Read More »

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Indoor Air Quality: Solutions to Help With Spring Allergies

By Steve Line | Published: April 19, 2012

Indoor Air Quality: Solutions to Help With Spring AllergiesWhen your spring allergies start acting up, the last thing you want is allergy-causing pollutants floating around inside your home. Make your home an allergy-free sanctuary by taking the following steps to improve your indoor air quality: Read More »

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