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Bosch Dominates Dirty Dishes- Appliances that Get it Done

October 29, 2012 By

Appliances, even dishwashers, are not created equal. With Bosch, you not only get the dishes done, you get a J.D. Power and Associates Award-Winning dishwasher, rated the highest in customer satisfaction. And, to top it off, there is an up to $200 rebate on Bosch dishwashers at Home-Tech now through November 25th.

Bosch Dishwasher Rebate Details

To view the rebate form, click here.

  • Offer valid October 27, 2012 – November 25, 2012.
  • Buy any eligible Bosch Dishwasher and receive a Bosch Visa Prepaid Card worth up to $200.
  • Eligible units must be current models listed on the rebate form.
  • This rebate may not be combined with any other Bosch Manufacturer Rebates.
  • Not eligible at Lowe’s, Sears & Best Buy

The Dish on Bosch

Bosch appliances are in high demand because they are top performers. Home-Tech knows Bosch dishwashers are not only sleek in design, but are noted as the quietest and most energy efficient in every price class. With only 39 dBA, this is the quietest dishwasher on the market. How about food for thought?  Bosch dishwashers use fewer than 200 kilowatt hours per year year and less than two gallons of water per load. This exceeds ENERGY STAR requirements for water by 125% and can save you up to 436 gallons of water every year!

Appliances Invented for Life, by Bosch

Check out the features on the Bosch 24″ Recessed Handle Dishwasher 800 Plus Series:

  • ActiveTab™ Tray Optimizes Detergent Dissolving
  • Water Softener Ensures Perfect Cleaning Results
  • dishwasher bosch rebate appliancesAquaStop® Plus 4-Part Leak Protection Works 24/7
  • Load Size Sensor Automates Wash Temperature
  • 4 Wash Cycles and 2 Options
  • Sanitize Option eliminates bacteria and enhances drying results
  • Variable Spray Pressure
  • EcoSense™ Reduces Energy Usage by up to 20%
  • Half Load Option for Small Loads
  • Multi-Function LED with Remaining Time
  • 24 h Delay Start Timer
  • Express Wash – In 30 Minutes or Less
  • Auto Delicate Wash for Fine China
  • Glass Care Cycle for Fine Glassware
  • 15 Place Setting Capacity
  • VarioFlex™ Plus Racks for Flexible Loading
  • RackMatic® Plus – Upper Rack adjusts to 3 Different Loading Levels
  • Extra Tall Item Sprinkler Cleans Items 22″ Tall

Be a Better Bosch Shopper

Reward yourself with a Rebate! Shop for Bosch dishwashers in Home-Tech’s  showrooms or at our online appliance store. Home-Tech sells the best in home appliances and our experienced Appliance Specialists can advise you on the right dishwasher or appliance for your home. Have questions about Bosch dishwashers or other appliances?  Give us a call at 800-800-8356.

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Sweating Air Conditioning Vents? Try Closing the Windows.

October 25, 2012 By

air conditioning on close doorCooler weather is upon us and we all feel the desire to open up the windows. Whether you live closer to the water on the beach or inland, one rule holds true: Turn OFF your air conditioning if you are going to open up the windows. People say “Don’t sweat the small stuff,” but a sweating air conditioner can cause warping and/or other unwanted water damage to the air conditioning unit, its installation and the overall performance of the unit.

Technical Talk

Air conditioning is designed to operate as a closed loop. If you have the windows open, you are drawing in humid, warm outside air. This forces your AC unit to “condition” that air as well. If you close the windows, the AC unit recirculates the air in the house, removing moisture and cooling much more efficiently.  Negative pressure can also be the culprit here. Hot or warm, humid air can seep in from open windows or cracked sliding doors. This extra air coming in will make it difficult for your air conditioner to keep up, it will bog down your system, and increase your energy bills.

The Repeat Offenders

1. The Vacationer: You and your family are on vacation by the beach. The sounds of crashing waves are what you desire, but you also want the cool, dry feeling of air conditioning. You CAN have both, but it requires a Bose sound machine, put on the crashing waves setting. Here is the reality of the situation, it is BAD to keep the AC running with the windows open. The owner of the vacation home, or rental company will thank you for being respectful of their air conditioning.

2. The Prop-the-Door-Open Guy: Think propping the door open for a long period of time won’t effect your AC? Think again. You are effecting the balance of pressure in your home, which will effect the efficiency of your air conditioning system and the indoor air quality. Do you and your AC a favor. Ditch the prop, and just close the door. Your wallet will thank you for increasing the efficiency of your AC.

clogged filter air conditioning sweaty vents3.The Forgotten About Filter: Open windows aren’t the only causes of sweaty vent syndrome. Dirty coils or a clogged air filter can also do damage. Be proactive and check your air filter every month. If your air filter is clean and not clogged, and you suspect you have dirty coils, its time for Home-Tech to take over. 

4. The Mis-Informed: Have you had an air conditioning technician come out and tell you that sweating air conditioning vents are normal? If so, this homeowner received bad information. Sweating AC vents are not desirable. Perhaps your air conditioning unit is located in a highly humid area or your air conditioning was not properly installed. Call a licensed air conditioning company, like Home-Tech, and have the professionals take a look at it.

Still Sweating Your Air Conditioning

If sweaty grills and vents are prevalent in your home, your energy bills are spiking and the efficiency of your air conditioning is lapsing.  It’s time to call Home-Tech and schedule a service call. Our NATE certified technicians will get your humidity and other air conditioning problems taken care of quickly. Your comfort is our priority.  We will get your AC performance back to its optimal levels quickly. Save on the cost of this air conditioning repair by using our No Fuss, No Muss Special. Call today to schedule service and to learn more about our services at 800-800-8356.

 

 

 

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Lanai Lights Shine Bright, Electrical Installation Now Available

October 18, 2012 By

lanai lights electrical installationHome-Tech is proud to introduce a new product to our customers, Lanai Lights. Lanai Lights are a professional lighting solution that will shed new light on your outdoor living experience. This is the first lighting system specifically designed for screen enclosed space. This easy to use system is attractive and adaptable for docks, fences and pool cages. The beautiful and modern design will compliment your lanai. Don’t grill in the dark anymore, these lights are a great solution for nighttime, outdoor cooking. When you utilize Home-Tech’s professional electrical installation services, you can shed new light on outdoor living in your home.

An Electrical Installation of Lanai Lights include:

  • Illumination of large areas including lanais, decks and balconies
  • Allows users to control the intensity of light with a dimmer and a remote control for ease of use
  • Original incandescent or energy saving “soft” or “Daylight” L.E.D. option available
  • Specifically designed to project light 170 degrees in the desired direction, avoiding unwanted light pollution
  • Compatible with existing homes or new construction, designed to fit nearly all standard screen framing
  • electrical installation home tech lightingElectrical installation assistance available by Home-Tech
  • Available in white and bronze to match standard screen enclosure framing
  • Adaptable to any size outdoor living area, unique modular mounting system can be easily reduced or expanded
  • Proprietary design, you will not find a comparable product on the market
  • Plugs into any standard outdoor GFI electrical outlet
  • Limited One-year manufacturer warranty

Stop by the Home-Tech’s Appliance Showrooms to see a professional electrical installation of the Lanai Light kit. The standard package contains 5 Lanai Lights. Standard Kits are offered in 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 light kits, and lights, wiring, controls, wire covers, instructions  and miscellaneous required items. Want to know the cost of the kit with standard electrical installation? Call us to find out more at 800-800-8356. Our Appliance Specialists can answer any questions you may have about this lighting system or any other appliances that Home-Tech sells.

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The Balancing Act – Inside Professional Air Conditioning Installation

October 16, 2012 By

balanced air conditioning installationOne thing we rarely hear is “I would like for this room to be warmer than all the others in my home.” When people purchase a new air conditioning system from Home-Tech, they want even cooling and heating throughout their home. Have you ever wondered how we keep all the rooms in your home equally cool? Well, its a process called Air Balancing.

Air balancing is the process of testing and adjusting your air conditioning system to deliver the proper amount of air to each room in your home. Air balancing hoods are used to measure the the amount of air coming from each grille. A balanced air conditioning system runs more efficiently than an unbalanced system, which is why Home-Tech takes balancing your air flow very seriously, especially during your initial system installation.  We aim to provide an installation where the end results are rooms that are the same temperatures, with cleaner air, better humidity control and energy efficient.

A Home-Tech installer has the tools to address your home comfort issues.  We will offer solutions such as programmable thermostats, humidifiers, air cleaners and variable-speed and two-stage technology to further increase the comfort of your home. Our installers will go above and beyond to ensure your satisfaction in your new system and our installation performance.

What to Expect

When Home-Tech performs an air conditioning installation, we also provide:

  • An energy audit
  • We handle the local permitting process
  • Ensure you receive ALL of the utility, FPL and manufacturer’s rebates on your new air conditioning system
  • Installation from the best, NATE certified specialists in the business
  • Respect, for your time and home, and clean up when we are completed
  • The necessary time with you to explain your new air conditioning system and thermostat.

Air Conditioning Service That Works

You can trust your home to Home-Tech.  Contact Home-Tech today for a fast, no obligation , free estimate and survey. Want to know more, check out our air conditioning installation video. If you would like to schedule an appointment with a Comfort Specialist, call us at 800-800-8356 or schedule online.

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Selecting Appliances with Style from Home Designer, Keffie Lancaster

October 15, 2012 By

Appliances keffie lancasterHome-Tech has wonderful professional relationships with many interior designers, architects and contractors in Southwest Florida.  Many of our customers are  likely to purchase appliances by the recommendation of their designer, contractor or the brands their friends and neighbors are recommended. Therefore,  we are pleased to introduce one of our very good friends, Keffie Lancaster, Associate ASID of Lancaster Interior Design in Sarasota. Keffie’s specialities include interior/exterior design, remodeling advice, window treatments, special event decor, staging, custom painting and faux finishings.

 

What are you seeing as the current trends in kitchen design?

Functional spaces and lots of room for friends and family! No matter the size of your home, guests always end up in the kitchen. I have noticed a shift lately, and I am designing less muli-level eating areas with bar stools and bar areas. The trend now is to create more room to work in the kitchen.  Many people have less square footage allocated to formal living spaces and choose to utilize their kitchen to display china and collectibles in glass cabinets.  Lighting and cabinetry made from reclaimed and recycled materials is also very high in demand.

appliances kitchens interior designWhat appliances, from your customers, seem to be in the most demand?

Energy-saving appliances, stainless steel appliances, and sleek designs.

Are you seeing more or less stainless steel?

I think stainless steel will always be in demand.  It goes with all styles of cabinets, matches many flooring types and is very timeless.  Second to stainless would have to be black.  I did hear a rumor that colored appliances are making a comeback, however!

Have you had any requests for redoing a laundry room?

Yes all the time!  Laundry rooms are more multi-functional than they used to be.  Families tend to need lots of work space in the laundry room.  A nice flat surface for folding, bins for organizing, and hanging space for drying clothes are all becoming important design elements. I always like to paint bright colors or hang a fun paper on the walls in the laundry room.  Let’s face it, no one wants to be in there.  Anything you can do to make it enjoyable could and should be done!

What advice can you give to a person trying to redo their kitchen on a budget?

We all have a number in mind when we start a project.  Some are big and some are small, but you can stretch your budget to make it work.  Figure out what items you might be able to do yourself, make a list of priorities, and make a list of wants and needs. Let’s just say you recently had new cabinets and floor installed in your kitchen. A corner you can cut would be to reuse your counter tops and paint them yourself.

Appliances for the kitchen interior designI always recommend accessing what will give you the best return on your investment.  New appliances and cabinets are great for resale and increase the value of your home. My favorite DIY, super budget-friendly kitchen re-do  is a fresh coat of paint on your cabinets, some new hardware and a great new wall color.

How do you feel about mixing and matching finishes?

I love the idea of mixing and matching finishes!  Too much of one finish can be overwhelming, especially in a very large kitchen.  I really like to have a contrasting finish and counter top on the island,  if there is one.  I also love glass front cabinets with colored backs to highlight glassware or collectables in the cabinet, or better yet mirrored backs, my ultimate favorite!

I also am partial to layered finishes with depth and multi-toned wood.  Zebra wood and exotics are always fun, if you can work them in the budget.

 

Do a lot of your customers have custom cabinetry on their appliances?

Not as much anymore because of the trend towards stainless steel appliances.  My personal preference is paneled fronts on doors of refrigerators and dishwashers whenever possible.

More Design Ideas and Appliances

Thank you, Keffie for sharing your great design ideas for kitchens and laundry rooms. To learn more about Keffie or Lancaster Interior Design, check out her website. To check out the latest in kitchen appliance trends, stop into one of Home-Tech’s Appliance stores and try before you buy! From Thermador to KitchenAid, LG to Bosch and Maytag to Whirlpool, we have the appliances that are true trendsetters. Call today to speak with one of our Appliance Experts to help select the right appliances for your home: 800-800-8356.

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Air Conditioning – Fighting Allergies with Improved Indoor Air Quality

October 9, 2012 By

Stopair conditioning allergies holding your breath for cleaner air.  Sneezing, wheezing, coughing and sniffling are the symptoms of the all-too-familiar Florida allergy sufferer. Is that you?  Well, here’s some good news!  Home-Tech could help improve your symptoms by improving the air quality inside your home.  Our Comfort Specialists can outfit your current air conditioning system with ventilators, UV lamps, humidifiers and air purifiers to create a cleaner, fresher and healthier environment for you and your family.

Trap the Pollutants in Your Air

Home-Tech’s goal for our customers is to not only provide cool comfort, but cleaner air as well. For allergy sufferers, it means providing air conditioning solutions that trap and kill bacteria, viruses, mold spores, allergens and other pollutants from the air you breathe. Here’s a great product you should know about.  The Infinity® air purifier, for example, cleans indoor air as many as 8 times an hour with an enviable MERV rating of 15 and removes pollutants from the air that are up to 18,000 times smaller than the head of a pin.

The standard features of Carrier’s Infinity Air Purifier include:

  • Whole home air purification system
  • Long-life MERV 15 filter
  • Patented Captures and Kills™ technology
  • Captures up to 95% of particles .30 to 1.0 microns in size
  • Kills or inactivates up to 99% of germs, pollen and mold captured
  • Proven effective against 13 common pathogens including influenza, common cold, measles, Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus and Aspergillus versicolor (a common fungus).

air conditioning products for allergy sufferersShedding Some Light on Airborne Allergens

Our ultraviolet germicidal lamps mean “lights out” for mold and bacteria. The indoor coil inside of your air conditioning system is part of what cools your home, but it and its drain pan can also be a favorite hangout of mold and bacteria. Growth of these organisms can affect efficiency and reduce airflow. They can even become airborne. Eliminating these bad boys does more than help improve your air quality, it increases your air conditioning system’s performance as well. That’s because when mold is allowed to build up on your coils, airflow can be reduced by as much as 9%. With UV lamps, coil cleaning can be a thing of the past. Simply replace the lamps once a year.

The standard features of these UV lamps include:

  • Intense UV light is designed to kill bacteria and mold growing on and around the indoor coil
  • Minimizes microbial build-up on coil and drain pan and prevents it from becoming airborne
  • Enhances air flow
  • Helps maintain system efficiency
  • Silent operation
  • 10 year limited warranty, 90-day limited warranty for bulbs

air conditioning comfort specialistTake a Breather

Want to reduce those annoying allergens from inside your home? Call Home-Tech and our Comfort Specialists can assist in providing the air conditioning products to improve the quality of your conditioned air. Don’t let allergies rule your home, take control over them and breathe easier. Call now to schedule an appointment with our Indoor Air Quality Experts at 800-800-8356.

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Land Ho! Discover the Savings on New Appliances this Columbus Day

October 8, 2012 By

appliances columbus dayToday we celebrate the Italian voyager, Christopher Columbus.  While, yes, Home-Tech does have appliances on sale, we thought we would share a short history lesson. We all know of the famous fleet, the Nina, the Pinta and the Santa Maria. But, did you know it was President Franklin Delano Roosevelt who made this a federal holiday in 1937? Here are five more little known facts about the famous explorer and this holiday.

  1. In early colonial America, Christopher Columbus was a symbol of American nationalism.  The District of Columbia, which houses the nation’s capital, is named after the famous explorer.
  2. Columbus Day has several other names across the western world: “Discovery Day” in the Bahamas, “Día de las Americas” in Uruguay, “Día de la Hispanidad” in Europe and “Día de la Raza” in Latin American countries.
  3. Columbus’s burial location is unknown. He was buried and re-buried around the world several times, including brief stints in Spain and Haiti.
  4. In 1905, Colorado was the first state to recognize Columbus Day as an official holiday.
  5. San Francisco claims the nation’s oldest continuously existing celebration with the Italian-American community’s annual Columbus Day Parade, which was established by Nicola Larco in 1868, while New York City boasts the largest.

Navigating Through the Deals on Appliances

If you are planning to replace and purchase new kitchen appliances, Home-Tech is the place to buy them. Right now, we have several  rebates on LG appliances, built in cooking appliance combos. There are three different combinations for this rebate: the induction combo, double wall oven combo and the single wall oven combo. A rebate of up to $400 is available on the induction combo, consisting of an induction cooktop and a double wall oven. The double wall oven combination rebate is worth $300  with the purchase of a gas or radiant cooktop and double wall oven. The single wall oven combo, with a value of $200, can be redeemed with the purchase of a gas or radiant cooktop and a single wall oven. The rebates are on a pre-paid VISA card. Click here for more information.

appliances from frigidaireIn 2012 You Did Dare to Save Money on a Brand New Frigidaire

Right now seems like the perfect time to save money on new appliances, doesn’t it? Have you been waiting on purchasing that new oven or range? The time is now and the brand is Frigidaire. Receive up to a $450 Rebate with purchase of 2 or more qualifying Frigidaire Kitchen Appliances. You can receive up to a $75 pre-paid VISA card on the purchase of a new range or oven from Frigidaire’s Gallery line.  And,  you can receive up to a $50 Visa Prepaid card with purchase of qualifying Frigidaire Freezers .Come into our showrooms and try before you buy.

Rebates Galore on Appliances

Home-Tech has you covered when it comes to new appliances. If you are looking for the best kitchen packages with the latest appliances, we have the deals you are looking for. Stop in our showrooms or shop our online appliance store.  Have appliances that are in need of repair, yes, we do that too! Call to schedule service now at 800-800-8356. 

 

 

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Air Conditioning Maintenance – Pre-Season Tips from Trane

October 2, 2012 By

air conditioning maintenance clean and checkThe seasons are changing. Home-Tech wants your home to be comfortable, regardless of what the calendar reads. We suggest you schedule your Clean and Check early. You wouldn’t drive your car 100,000 miles without changing the oil. The same logic holds true for your home comfort system. Regular preventative maintenance on your air conditioning and heating is the best way to ensure trouble-free operation and peak performance. Pre-season maintenance is also important. It can help to avoid a system failure in severe hot or cold weather when you need it most, and it can also keep your energy bill from getting out of control. Here is some very useful advice from our friends at Trane.

 

When Should You Do Air Conditioning Maintenance?

The old adage is true: an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Below you’ll find our Preventative Maintenance Checklist, which is our proven method to keep your air conditioning and heating systems operating smoothly and your home in constant comfort.

  • For a system that heats and cools: perform maintenance in the spring and fall.
  • For cooling only: perform maintenance at least once a year, before the cooling season.
  • For heating only: perform maintenance at least once a year, before the heating season.

Preventative Maintenance Checklist

Home-Tech suggests customers do an annual or bi-annual preventative maintenance on their air conditioning to ensure that your system runs as efficiently as possible. You can count on Home-Tech to perform the following tasks, depending on the unit:

Outdoor Air Conditioning Units

  • Inspect unit for proper refrigerant level and adjust if necessary
  • Clean dirt, leaves and debris from inside cabinet
  • Inspect base pan for restricted drain openings—remove obstructions as necessary
  • Inspect coil and cabinet—clean as needed
  • Inspect fan motor and fan blades for wear and damage—on older models lubricate as needed
  • Inspect control box, associated controls/accessories, wiring and connections. Controls may include contactors, relays, circuit boards, capacitors, sump heat and other accessories. All control box and electrical parts should be checked for wear or damage.
  • Inspect compressor and associated tubing for damage

Indoor Air Conditioning Units

  • Inspect and clean blower assembly (includes blower housing, blower wheel and motor)
  • On older models, lubricate motor and inspect and replace fan belt if needed
  • Check combustion blower housing for lint and debris and clean as necessary
  • Inspect evaporator coil, drain pan and condensate drain lines. Clean as needed
  • Inspect for gas leaks in gas furnaces
  • Inspect burner assembly—clean and adjust as needed
  • Inspect ignition system and safety controls—clean and adjust as needed
  • Inspect heat exchanger or heating elements
  • Inspect flue system—check for proper attachment to the furnace, any dislocated sections, and for signs of corrosion. Replace if necessary.
  • Inspect control box, associated controls, wiring and connections
  • Clean or replace air filters
  • Inspect conditioned airflow system (ductwork)—check for leaks

While Your Air Conditioning System is Operating

  • Monitor system starting characteristics and capabilities
  • Listen for abnormal noise
  • Search for source of unusual odors
  • Monitor air conditioning and heat pump systems for correct refrigerant charge
  • Measure outdoor dry bulb temperature
  • Measure indoor dry and wet bulb temperature
  • Measure high and low side system pressures
  • Monitor gas furnace for correct line and manifold gas pressure—make adjustments as needed
  • Measure temperature rise and adjust airflow as needed
  • Check vent system for proper operation
  • Monitor system for correct line and load volts/amps
  • Monitor system operation per manufacturer’s specifications
  • Provide system operation report and recommend repairs or replacement as necessary

Time to Schedule a Clean and Check

Don’t wait for an air conditioning problem, prevent it! Call Home-Tech to schedule a Clean and Check on your heating and cooling systems. Our professional, reliable and clean cut air conditioning technicians will provide a thorough and complete maintenance check. You can count on Home-Tech to be your comfort specialists. Call us today to get on the schedule: 800-800-8356.

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Appliances from Frigidaire – More Than 90 Years of Innovation

October 1, 2012 By

appliances for frigidaire 90 yearsFrigidaire, which has been a centerpiece of appliances in American households for generations, has been committed to delivering innovations that revolutionize the home life. Frigidaire invented and introduced the first electric refrigerator in 1918. Did you know that the common nickname, “fridge” is derived from Frigidaire after consumers started referring to their refrigerators as simply, “The Frigidaire”?  Frigidaire is one of the few manufacturers that can proudly say that many of its appliances are still engineered, designed and built in the USA.

It has been decades since Frigidaire has run commercials. They are now bringing to life their newest campaign highlighting the brand’s legendary innovations, which began more than 90 years ago and continue today. In addition to the television spots, the campaign will be supported through traditional print advertising and across multiple digital media channels. All of us at Home-Tech are looking forward to seeing it.

 

A freestanding double oven! Do you dare to believe it?

The new ads will also introduce Frigidaire’s latest innovation, the Frigidaire Gallery Range with Symmetry Double Ovens. Designed with two spacious ovens, each of these appliances are large enough to cook a 25-lb. turkey.  This Frigidaire innovation lets consumers get dinner on the table faster because it can cook multiple dishes at the same time at different temperatures.

Check out some of the dynamic features of these appliances:

  • appliances double symmetry oven True Convection: Single convection fan distributes heat throughout the oven for faster and more even multi-rack baking
  • SpaceWise® Half Rack: Flexible rack system that adjusts to cook multiple dishes at once. Remove the half rack and you ll have extra height for tall dishes.
  • Effortless Oven Rack: Bottom rack extends when you open the door for easy access.
  • Effortless Convection: Takes the guesswork out of convection cooking our oven does the converting for you.
  • SpaceWise® Expandable Elements: Flexible elements expand to your cooking needs.
  • Sabbath Mode (Star-K® Certified)

Frigidaire Appliances Available at Home-Tech

Home-Tech is proud to carry Frigidaire appliances in our two appliance showrooms and in our online appliance store. Have an aging Frigidaire that needs some TLC? We have got you covered! Home-Tech appliance repair experts can fix your Frigidaire as well as any other brand of major appliances. Call us today to learn more about our appliances or to schedule an appliance repair: 800-800-8356. 

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Air Conditioning Trivia – 10 Very Cool Questions

September 27, 2012 By

Home-Tech has a healthy obsession with providing superior air conditioning service. While, we are more than pleased to provide quick and reliable AC service, we also sell the latest in air conditioning systems.  We study air conditioning from its roots to preparing for the future technological advances in heating and cooling.  But, in order to know where air conditioning is heading, lets engage in some friendly trivia about air conditioning’s past and present. Good luck!

Air Conditioning Trivia Questions

1. Who invented the air conditioner, and for what purpose? Trivia and Quiz about air conditioning

It was Willis Carrier who invented air conditioning. He originally created the air conditioner for the publishing company he worked for in Brooklyn, to keep the temperature and humidity low enough for paper to refrain from expanding or contracting.

2. True or False: Before Air Conditioning, industrial workers had month long vacations in August?

TRUE. Industrial workers were sluggish in the hot buildings during the summer, slowing  or even stopping production during the sweltering summer months. Even the government shut down during parts of the summer for the very same reason!

3. How has architecture changed since the advancement of air conditioning?

Gone are the cool brick structures with high ceilings, transoms, breezeways, strategically placed shrubbery, and sleeping porches, all of which were designed to keep inhabitants cool. Today’s glass skyscrapers and low-slung tract housing don’t have the same ventilating and heat-defeating features, so going without air conditioning today feels more unbearable than it used to.

4. True or Fales: The development of effective temperature control, refrigeration has revolutionized almost every aspect of industry?

TRUE. Without air conditioning, the following things would be virtually impossible: the manufacture of computers and chipsets; data storage centers; the production, delivery, and storage of food; pharmaceutical manufacturing; and chemical manufacturing.

5. How has air conditioning allowed for exponential advances in medicine and human life expectancy.

Air conditioned hospitals helped defeat malaria, decrease infant mortality, inhibit bacteria, and advance developments in surgery.

6. True or False: Air conditioning has effected education nationwide?

FALSE.  Summer vacation exists because at the near the turn of the century, hot, stuffy schools were intolerable, and some advocates worried about the spread of disease in such poor conditions. Although air conditioning has made it possible for students to be comfortable year-round, the vacation schedule never changed.

repair of air conditioning7. What assisted in a 60 percent of all economic growth in the United States since 1960? 

Air conditioning, of course.  Since 1960, 60 percent of all the economic growth in the country has taken place in the South, where air conditioning made year-round factory work and apartment-living possible. Demographers agree that the population explosions in places like Arizona, Las Vegas, Florida, and Texas can be directly attributed to air conditioning.

8. True or False: Air-conditioning conditions us to want more air-conditioning. 

TRUE. There is scientific evidence showing that spending too much time in cool environments erodes humans’ natural tolerance for heat.

 9. In 2009, what percentage of homes in the United States have a central air conditioning system?

The United States Census Bureau, and the American Housing Survey revealed that 72 million homes, or 65% had central air conditioning and the other 22% have room or window units.

10. If you need an air conditioning repair, who do you call?

Home-Tech, of course. With more than 90 service trucks on the road every day, ready and able to provide fast and emergency service to air conditioning customers. Our expert technicians will get your air conditioning repaired and running quickly. For questions or to schedule service, please call: 800-800-8356. 

 

 

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