Brooklyn Company Offers Five Tips to Stay Cool and Save Energy

Petri Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drain Cleaning, Inc. provides advice to Brooklyn homeowners for saving on energy bills while staying cool this summer

BROOKLYN, N.Y. – June 15, 2018 – Petri Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drain Cleaning, Inc., a family owned business servicing the Brooklyn area for more than 100 years, is offering advice to residents for staying cool at home without severely impacting their monthly energy bill.

“As we approach the first day of summer, many homeowners may dread an impending change in their monthly energy bills more than the heat itself,” said Michael Petri, owner of Petri Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drain Cleaning. “Fortunately, there are a few things homeowners can do to stay cool and increase their home’s efficiency at the same time.”

Petri Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drain Cleaning offers these five tips for more efficiently cooling a home during summer:

1. Check the seals around windows and doors. A homeowner will often take the time to make sure their air conditioner is running properly, but they will often forget to make sure that their home is actually keeping the cooler air contained. Do a quick survey of the windows and doors, including the garage door, and make sure that they are properly sealed. Replace any brittle, cracked weather stripping and make sure the doors thresholds are adjusted properly. Gaps in window seals can be easily fixed with caulk.
2. Increase insulation where necessary. If you discover that cool air is escaping through an attic or a crawlspace, you can always add more insulation. When unsure where air is being lost or how much insulation to add, contact an expert that can provide professional recommendations for improving the home’s efficiency.
3. Consider some efficiency upgrades. Sometimes a minor investment can result in monthly savings that add up quickly. Installing double-paned efficiency windows can further insulate the home, keeping warm air out and cooler, conditioned air inside your living spaces. If the home has an attic, a solar fan can be installed that can reduce the amount of heat trapped in the space.
4. Change the air conditioner filter on schedule. Changing the air filter in your cooling system every 60 days will help maximize the unit’s efficiency, resulting in better cooling at lower costs. If there are pets in the home, the filter may need to be changed more often due to the presence of dander and hair.
5. Schedule an HVAC tune-up. Regular annual maintenance is not only recommended for your air conditioner, it may actually be required to keep the manufacturer’s warranty in effect. Tune-ups involve cleaning the unit, oiling mechanical parts, and identifying any potential problems that could develop into a breakdown in the middle of summer. To ensure the air conditioner runs smoothly and efficiently during summer, it’s best to schedule a tune-up as early as possible.

For more information about efficiently cooling your Brooklyn home, please visit www.petriplumbing.com or call 718-748-1254.

About Petri Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drain Cleaning, Inc.

Petri Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drain Cleaning, Inc. is a family owned and operated business serving Brooklyn and the New York City area. Founded in 1906, the company offers a 100 percent guarantee on all services, upfront pricing, and friendly and knowledgeable Service Experts for all kinds of home and business plumbing and heating needs. Services offered include water and gas pipe leak repair and installation, fixture installations, inspections, boiler repair, water heater installation, complete bathroom, kitchen, laundry & utility room remodeling and more. Petri is also licensed and certified by Green Plumbers USA, the first in New York City to receive this designation. For more information, please visit www.petriplumbing.com or call 718-748-1254.

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