Southern Trust Home Services Offers Homeowners Tips to Beat the Heat

"Summer in Southern Virginia is beautiful, but it can often be one of the most costly seasons for homeowners if they don't take precautions and prepare their HVAC units for the sweltering days ahead" said Ted Puzio, owner of Southern Trust Home Services. "There are few quick checks that a homeowner can do to make sure they stay comfortable during the hottest days of the year."

Southern Trust Home Services, formerly Southern State Electric, offers these tips to help area homeowners prepare for the summer heat:

• Change air filters regularly – Inspect and change your air conditioning system's air filter each month to ensure proper airflow and prevent higher cooling costs. This is the number one tip for saving energy and keeping your system from overworking. Southern Trust recommends if you are unable change your air filter once a month, at the very least change it no less than once every three months.
• Examine your thermostat – Check to make sure your thermostat is working properly and keeping your home at the right temperature. If you still have an older mechanical thermostat, we recommend upgrading to digital, programmable model. Switching to a programmable thermostat can save you upwards of $200 a year. Some new models even allow for remote operation via a cell phone. Remote options are perfect for extreme temperature days, since you can save energy by setting the temperature higher during the day and then lower the temperature before heading home.
• Keep your outdoor A/C unit clean and clear – Take a few minutes to inspect the area around your outdoor unit. Leaves, shrubs and grass cuttings can build up on the outside of your air conditioner unit decreasing the system capacity and reducing airflow. The general rule is to keep the debris at least 2 feet away from the unit so it is free to pull in air.
• Seal any gaps– Inspect both the interior and exterior of your home's windows, air ducts, and exterior doors for any cracks or gaps that may have developed during the winter months. Even a small gap can lead to cool air escaping and more energy you are wasting.

For Roanoke-area homeowners who want a little extra help preparing for the summer heat, Southern Trust Home Services provides free estimates on new or replacement HVAC units and can help with a variety of home improvement needs. For more information, please call 540-343-4348 or visit www.southerntrusthomeservices.com.

About Southern Trust Home Services
Founded in 1995 as Southern State Electric, Southern Trust Home Services provides 24/7 emergency services for 60 plus cities in southern Virginia. Specializing in residential plumbing, electrical and HVAC work, Southern Trust Home Services staffs dedicated, certified, licensed and insured, drug and criminal background checked technicians who provide timely, same-day services for a variety of home repairs, installations and maintenance. A Better Business Bureau accredited company since 2006, Southern Trust Home Services has financing available including 0 percent for 18 months, and Lifetime Repair Guarantee on stated repairs. To find out more, call 540-343-4348 or visit www.southerntrusthomeservices.com.  

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