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We at Casteel have always valued you, our customers! We wanted to give back to you all by hosting the “You-Name-It Shopping Spree”. We finally have a winner…drumroll please!

Congratulations to our “You-Name-It Shopping Spree” Sweepstakes winner, Eric D. of Canton! He won a $50 AMEX gift card! Enjoy Eric Thank you to everyone else who participated!

Stay up to date on our Facebook and Twitter pages for any sweepstakes in the future!

How many times do we have to tell you, winter is right around the corner! We know you can feel the chill in the air. Make sure your furnace is in it’s best shape before it’s too late! Take advantage of our $79 Fall/Winter Efficiency Tune-Up deal!

We check over 25 different points in our tune up, everything from checking for carbon monoxide leaks to checking your pilot assembly. Call us today or schedule your appointment online.

Think you have to buy a new heating and cooling system in every room? Well, think again! Temperature zoning makes it possible for everyone to be comfortable in every room.

What is a temperature zoning system you ask? In essence, it is a system that allows a consistent temperature in any given region of your home, regardless of the outdoor conditions. No matter sun, rain or snow. To make it simple, each area will have its own climate.

How do I know if I need a temperature zoning system?

If any of the following apply to you, you may want to consider a temperature zoning system.

A temperature zoning system is a great addition to almost any home. The temperature distribution in your home is constantly being affected by sun exposure, rain, humidity, walls, ceilings, and windows insulation quality. A temperature zoning system from Casteel will not only help control the temperature in different rooms but it will also save you money on energy bills. Who doesn’t love that?

At Casteel we understand that energy costs are starting to rise and the global climate is changing. Going green doesn’t have to stop at recycling. If you are looking for an energy alternative- look no further. Residential solar panels for your home are something to be considered. They are a great investment to help keep your electric bill down and help contribute to society’s effort to stop global warming. Still not convinced? Here’s the top 5 benefits of solar energy from Renewable energy development.

Top 5 Reasons for Solar Energy

Not only will solar energy help you get a peace a mind about your impact on the environment, it also contributes to many new jobs. According to a CNN article, solar energy’s employment base grew 6.8% the past year which equals more than 100,000 jobs. It is expected to grow by 24% next year!

Solar energy panels are a great investment for your home. Start the trend in your neighborhood! You will not only be helping the environment but you will be supporting jobs in this tough economy!

“Wait, wait an audit?!” Yes, but this audit has real potential to save you some money! Not only are our audits extremely thorough, but we run a series of tests throughout your home to maximize your utility bill savings. So what kind of tests do we run?

• Insulation R-rating for walls, attic, and foundation
• Heating and cooling equipment
• Whole house air leakage (blower door test)
• Ductwork leakage
• Electrical and lighting analysis
• Water heater and water usage
• Carbon monoxide
• Flue draft

So what are the benefits?

• Eliminate energy wastefulness
• Enhance your home’s comfort
• Reduce toxic indoor air pollutants
• Upgrade your home’s safety
• Exceed new government environmental and energy-consumption standards
• Decrease dependence on energy sources from outside the United States
• Maximize the resale value of your home

Casteel’s experienced professionals work with you during this process to help you understand how the audit’s results can save you money. We will also interview you to find out what you envision as your ideal energy-efficient home. At the end of this process, we will give you a no-obligation quote on how we can make your ideal energy efficient home a reality. For more information on getting a home energy audit visit us at www.casteelair.com, or contact us at 770-565-5884.

Saving money by going green is now on a time limit. If you have ever considered green upgrades to your home, we suggest you seriously think about doing it soon. Energy-efficient tax breaks are over at the end of this year. The maximum tax break for green upgrades this year is $500, and next year it will be $0. Yes we know, upgrades can be expensive, but think through all of your options for the long term. For more insight on this issue, check out this article we found at Marketwatch.com.

Last week we wrote about copper theft and its effect on your wallet, and we also gave some preventative options to consider. If you’re serious about protecting your A/C investments and yourself against copper theft, refrigerant alarm systems are the way to go.

While other systems are only triggered after the damage has been done which can mean extra money in repair costs, there are various types of refrigerant alarm systems to consider:

• Pressure Sensors
• Voltage Sensors
• Self Contained Alarm Systems
• Monitored Alarm Systems

According to Robert W. Frederick and Associates, monitored alarm systems are generally the best way to go in terms of early detection and additional cost prevention. These systems are connected to a home alarm system, and when a theft is detected the alarm is immediately sounded. Once the alarm has been triggered, the monitoring company is contacted and the police dispatched. Monitored alarm systems are highly sensitive. If the wiring is being tampered with or even if the power is shut off, the alarm will still sound if theft is detected.

Since everyone has different needs, there isn’t a “one size fits all” refrigerant alarm system. Because we care about our customers, we recommend you research the systems we have mentioned above. Researching will give you a better understanding of which system would be the best fit for your specific needs. It is always better to spend $400-$600 in prevention than spend anywhere from $3,000-$14,000 in repairs or replacement.

Casteel’s SpaDreams Sweepstakes starts this Saturday, June 25, 2011. Entering couldn’t be easier! First, you have to “Like” our Facebook page. Once you have “Liked” our page you are all ready to enter! (If you’ve already “Liked” our page, simply click on the Sweepstakes tab under the profile image on the left). You can enter once daily, everyday for the duration of the sweepstakes (please see Sweepstakes Rules for complete details). The more days that you enter, the higher your chance is to win! At the end of the week, we choose the winner randomly, then notify them via email. ‘What is the prize,’ you ask? Well, we are giving away a $120 gift card to SpaDreams Day Spa. Oh, and did we mention that this is weekly?! Be sure to stop back on Saturday morning to enter!

Spa dreams offers a wide range of services to fit your needs. Some of the services they offer are:

Massage Therapy
Alternative / Specialty Massages
Facial Therapy
Epicuren Facial Therapy
Microdermabrasion
Waxing Services
Body Facial
Manicure I Pedicure
Series Pricing
SpaDreams Packages


Don’t keep this news to yourself … with 52 (yes, that’s right … 52) gift cards to give away, be sure to tell all of your friends to visit our Facebook page to enter.

Did you have that one instructor in school that you always listened to and learned from? The NEWS and AHRI are now accepting nominations for the 12^th Annual HVACR Instructor of the Year!  The goal of the contest is to recognize and reward the HVACR instructors who have enriched and impacted the lives of students.  The contest is intended to give credit to the instructor that has made the biggest difference in a student’s life by teaching them more than anyone else about HVACR.

If you know an instructor that you’d like to nominate and have seen them in action, then you are eligible to vote.  Nominees should be from a vocational school, adult education program, community college, or apprenticeship.  The deadline for nominations is June 3, 2011 and winners will be announced in November. Click on the form link to submit an entry form today!

A tankless water heater is basically a heater that provides hot water in demand. In other words, it doesn’t hold water until you’re ready to use it. At Casteel Heating and Cooling, we recommend Rinnai Tankless Water Heaters. Rinnai covers al the bases from smaller homes in warmer climates to medium or large homes in any climate. They are very efficient, space savers and can save you up to 40% in energy costs! You never run out of hot water if you go with a tankless and they are between 50-70% more effiient than most standard gas or electric heaters. In many cases you can get one or all of the following costs savings: an Energy Star rebate, a Federal Tax credit or even a local utility rebate. If you have additional questions, call us at 770-565-5884 or reach us online.