AC/ Air Conditioner

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Nothing is worse than having an A/C breakdown on the hottest day of the year.  But as the weather gets warmer, the air conditioning unit has to work harder.   Here are eight steps to take to keep the unit running smoothly, maximize its efficiency, and keep your energy bills down:

    1. Keep the Filter Clean.

      In the summer, dust and allergens circulate, which can exacerbate allergies. They can also clog air filters, which will make your A/C unit work harder.  In fact, replacing the filter on your furnace is one of the easiest ways to save home energy costs.

 

    1. Keep it Clear.

      Keep lamps, televisions and other heat-producing appliances away from your thermostat. When installing a thermostat, consider placing where the sun won’t shine directly on it. 

 

    1. Check your Thermostat.

      Replacing an older thermostat with a programmable one is a relatively inexpensive way to regulate the temperature when you are at home, asleep or away.  Keeping the temperature higher during the days when you are at work can save a lot of energy. 

 

    1. Seal the Gaps.

      Caulking and adding weather-stripping around windows and doors will help keep the cool air in and warm air out.  Adding insulated curtains can also help keep your home cool in the summer and warm in the winter.

 

    1. Keep it Free of Debris.

      Keep the outside air conditioning unit free of debris.  Maintain adequate air flow by keeping plants and shrubs 2-4 feet away from the outdoor unit.

 

    1. Use a Ceiling Fan.

      In the summer months, consider using a ceiling fan.  Make sure the fan runs counter clockwise in the summer.  Using this simple technique, will enable you to keep the thermostat turned higher – saving you money on your utility bill.

 

    1. Provide Proper Maintenance.

      Preventive maintenance is less expensive than repair bills.  Having your central air condition unit cleaned, checked and tuned will keep it running efficiently, and avoid an expensive and inconvenient service call on the hottest day of summer.  Make sure to call a professional licensed, insured and bonded Heating and Cooling Service – like us.  (Grab our June Coupon to save on an AC Clean.)

 

    1. Upgrade/Replace Old Equipment

      The cost savings realized by replacing an older inefficient air conditioner with a high efficiency model that is properly sized for your home could be significant. Talk to your HVAC professional to find out if your unit is still doing its job and to hear about all of the latest innovations in heating and cooling equipment.

 

We are here to help you stay cool this summer! 
TR Miller Heating & Cooling is family owned and operated. We are an Award-winning American Standard Customer Care Dealer and currently hold a 98% customer satisfaction rating.

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    Brian Sloan is the President of TR Miller Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical, one of the western Chicago suburbs' leading family owned home service companies, serving homeowners across more than 80 communities throughout Will, Kendall, DuPage, Kane, and Cook counties.

    TR Miller is more than a business to Brian, it's a family legacy. The company was founded by his father, Tim Miller, and Brian and his brother Jim have played an important role in growing the business from a small local operation into a full service residential HVAC, plumbing, and electrical company serving homeowners throughout the greater Chicagoland area.

    Brian's perspective on the home services industry comes from firsthand experience. Before taking on leadership responsibilities, he worked in the field as an HVAC Service Technician and Fabrication Technician, diagnosing heating and cooling systems, assembling custom HVAC components, and supporting residential installations throughout the western suburbs.

    That hands on foundation continues to influence the way Brian leads TR Miller today. He understands both the work taking place inside a customer's home and the systems, training, and support required behind the scenes to consistently deliver a great customer experience.

    Over the course of his career at TR Miller, Brian has worked across nearly every major area of the business, including operations, marketing, sales, job coordination, customer service, finance, and leadership. Today, as President, he is responsible for the overall strategy, growth, culture, and performance of the organization.

    That breadth of experience across both the technical and business sides of home services has helped shape how TR Miller operates: combining the systems and accountability of a professionally run organization with the care, responsiveness, and personal connection of a family business.
    Brian's philosophy is straightforward, make home services convenient and reliable while giving homeowners the information they need to make the best decisions for their homes and families. That means educating customers, providing clear options and upfront pricing, and making sure homeowners understand both what was found and why a repair or replacement may be recommended.

    Under Brian's leadership, TR Miller has expanded beyond HVAC into plumbing and electrical services, grown across multiple locations, invested heavily in technical and leadership development, and been recognized seven times on the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest growing privately held companies.

    Credentials & Affiliations:
    - President, TR Miller Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical
    - Membership Officer, YPO Chicagoland
    - Board Member, Nexstar Network
    - Former Vice Chair, Board of Directors, Plainfield Shorewood Area Chamber of Commerce
    - Associate's Degree, Waubonsee Community College
    - Former HVAC Service Technician & Fabrication Technician, TR Miller
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