Tips from Aux

Value of our service agreements

2012-02-16T06:22:00.001-08:00

To derive the greatest possible value from your home heating and cooling systems, consider the many advantages of an annual service agreement. You know the saying, “nothing lasts forever.” Well, that might have been written to describe your current heating and central air conditioning systems. Because no matter what the brand, or how many “bells and whistles” it’s got going for it, sooner or

Heating Efficiency

2011-12-19T09:35:00.001-08:00

Eenie, Meenie, Minie, Mo, Catch a Boiler by the Toe! Time to replace your old, worn out, energy-inefficient heating system? Now, some words of advice to help you make an informed decision on what’s best for your family and your budget! Reduced to its most fundamental level, a heating system has three component parts: • The heating plant – your furnace, boiler or heat pump; • The distribution

Value of a Heating Tune-up

2011-12-12T08:22:00.000-08:00

A “Fine Tune” for the Winter Months Ahead. Fact: your heating system will last longer and conserve precious energy with regular system maintenance. Here’s how and why. On average, American families spend hundreds if not thousands of dollars every year to heat and cool their homes. That’s the bad news. The good news is that it’s relatively easy to cut those energy costs, and keeping your

Holiday safety

2011-11-28T07:10:00.001-08:00

This week i wanted to remind everyone about safety. This week all over the country many people will begin hanging christmas lighting from their home's and tree's. Many will utilize extension cords that may be entirely too long. And most homeowner's are not equipped and not properly prepared to handle this task. So here are a few recomendations 1. Did you know that in most cases we can install

2011-11-21T15:07:00.001-08:00

First and foremost, We want to wish everyone a very happy and safe Thanksgiving. Remember to enjoy it! Having said that, It's a holiday week but never fear we are always here. If you should need us don't hesitate to call and Mention this blog and get an additional $25 off service performed. Secondly, Our new fleet. Recently went through a design change on all of our Fleet. So when you see it,

Carbon Monoxide dangers

2011-10-17T10:53:00.000-07:00

You Can’t See it, Hear it, or Smell it…But it’s There, All Right. And the Worst Thing You Can Do is Ignore it! Every year, hundreds of people die from carbon monoxide poisoning, and thousands more become seriously ill. So here’s a quick primer on CO causes, how to minimize their effects, and why you should install a CO detector today! Carbon monoxide is a natural byproduct of appliances and

Home Fire Safety

2011-10-10T06:37:00.000-07:00

After 10 Years, Trust Us: You Won’t Like the Odds. Why the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends you replace all fire detectors after no more than 10 years. Smoke detectors are one of the most important safety features in your home. Properly installed, they serve as a built-in early warning system to allow you and your family to escape fire-inflicted bodily harm. With that

New Location

2011-09-20T16:50:00.000-07:00

For Release: October, 2011 Contact: Phil Smitherman, President, 205-979-0946 Aux Plumbing, Heating Cooling and Electrical Adds a second Location Aux Plumbing, Heating, Cooling and Electrical has added a second facility at 2500 17th St in Tuscaloosa. Phil Smitherman, a spokesperson for the company says, “Our 24 year old company had to add to keep up with customer demands for our

Dry house, Dry body?

2011-09-12T12:04:00.000-07:00

With fall and winter right around the corner we thought we would ask you a question. How Dry You Are? How Moist Should You Be? Relative humidity is more than relatively important when it comes to healthy and comfortable indoor living. Plus, at the right levels, you can save money on your fuel bill. Too much humidity is a bad thing, right? After all, it creates and promotes an environment

Feeling Low, A guide to water pressure blues

2011-09-06T15:36:00.000-07:00

FEELING LOW? HERE'S HOW TO CURE THOSE WATER PRESSURE BLUESYou're in the shower and suddenly, unexpectedly, just as your body's all lathered and hair drenched in shampoo bubbles, your whole world takes a shocking turn for the worse. The water coming out of your shower head slows to a trickle. You scream to the party downstairs..."Shut off the darned washing machine!" Or stronger words.You are

Smarter homes

2011-08-29T08:17:00.000-07:00

How smart is your home? Sound like a dumb question? A smart home may be the answer to several of your unique needs in today’s demanding times. A smart home is like any other home except it’s wired to link your various appliances with a computer, telephone, PDA or other control device. The most simple example is your answering machine. You can program it to play messages from any telephone

How Dry You Are? How Moist Should You Be?

2011-08-22T07:58:00.000-07:00

How Dry You Are? How Moist Should You Be? Relative humidity is more than relatively important when it comes to healthy and comfortable indoor living. Plus, at the right levels, you can save money on your fuel bill. Too much humidity is a bad thing, right? After all, it creates and promotes an environment where bacteria, mold, various fungi and dust mites not only grow, but flourish! But

Sprucing up the home!

2011-08-15T07:54:00.000-07:00

When you’re in a decorating mood, consider an alternative to the furniture, department or home store – consider your friendly local electrician or plumber. They’ve got some great ideas that add beauty, comfort and convenience to your home. Lighting can add as much impact to your home as painting it, maybe more. By installing tract lighting, you can add depth and soft shading to your walls while

2011-07-28T10:29:00.000-07:00

Emergency Generator's

2011-07-18T09:31:00.000-07:00

We’re pretty good at “generating” new ideas. In fact, here’s one now!Here’s how to keep your lights burning, heating or cooling system cranking, and TV blasting…even when your neighbors have lost all power. At best, losing electrical power is a nuisance…even if just for a couple of hours.At worst, it can cost you hundreds of dollars in spoiled food…not to mention possible risks to your family’s

Surger protectors

2011-07-11T15:41:00.000-07:00

Power Surges: They Can Zap More than Your Patience!By paying a little attention to surge suppression now, you can avoid major headaches later on.Of all the things that can go wrong in your home, power surges are not the most dangerous, costly, or harrowing. That’s the good news.But on the flip side, power surges can be downright annoying…and costly! And if the holiday season brought brand new

Programmable Thermostat's

2011-06-15T11:21:00.000-07:00

Get With the Program, And Watch your Energy Savings Grow. The whole point of a programmable thermostat is to keep your home nice and cozy when you’re in, and not waste energy when you’re out.With more than one programmable thermostat, you can save even more money by keeping comfortable temperatures only in the rooms where you spend time. What’s more:· Programmable thermostats allow you to

Replacement Air conditioners

2011-06-07T11:32:00.001-07:00

“How About A Hammock…Right Here in the Living Room!”Forgotten what it feels like to be cool and comfortable in your own home? Then perhaps it’s time for a new or replacement central air conditioning system. But before you start stirring up the iced tea, here’s a guide to help you choose wisely.There are lots of ways to “keep the cool” around your home.Sitting on a block of ice, for example.

New email Address

2011-06-06T11:34:00.000-07:00

Good afternoon all, Please change my email address to phil@auxmechanical.com, Thank you in advance. Phillip SmithermanAux Mechanical,Inc Phil@auxmechanical.com

Pools and Hot tubs

2011-05-24T13:38:00.000-07:00

Wiring a Pool or Hot Tub is No Day at the Beach.Pool and hot tub wiring presents unique challenges that require more than a little bit of wiring experience. In short, this is no job for amateurs. Common sense dictates that the most dangerous wiring jobs are those that involve water…two elements that definitely do not play nice together…at least not without constant supervision.There are very

10 most common

2011-05-17T13:21:00.000-07:00

THE 10 MOST COMMON HOUSEHOLD REPAIRS"Old reliable" churns away in your basement or utility room day after day, month after month, year after year like a farm mule in days of yore. Except this one doesn't eat as much - nor do you have those ugly, malodorous piles laying all around the place!Except every once in awhile, like a cantankerous old mule, the modern water heater doesn't do what it's

Constant power

2011-05-03T05:45:00.000-07:00

Out with the old, In with the new

2011-04-25T09:18:00.000-07:00

There’s Life in the Old Fuse Box Yet. However……is it still giving you all the electrical power you need? Here’s a look at why it might be time to switch from a fuse box to a circuit breaker panel. For starters, fuses and circuit breakers are designed for the exact same purpose: to help prevent electrical fires caused by an excess of current running through a circuit.Fuses stop the excess flow

Go Green, save green.

2011-04-20T09:23:00.000-07:00

Going green and saving green go hand-in-hand. When you cut energy costs, you’re saving money as well as the natural resources that create that energy. In fact, the US Department of Energy reports that the home sector uses approximately 66% of the electric energy in this country. What’s more, electrical energy consumption in the U.S. doubled between 1989 and 2005. You might be surprised at how

Hot spots, cold spots?

2011-04-11T14:11:00.001-07:00

You are Now Entering “The Comfort Zone.”At twilight or any time of day at all, you’ll heat your home more efficiently – and for less money – through zoning.Picture this.It’s a cold winter’s night. All the day’s chores and activities are completed, and it’s time to watch your favorite TV show. You have three TVs to choose from: so which one will it be? Chances are, the one where you feel the

New Air Conditioner quotes and Questions

2011-04-05T13:24:00.000-07:00

Leaking Money away???

2011-03-28T08:19:00.000-07:00

LEAKING DUCTS COST YOU MONEY & ENERGYImagine getting a heart transplant only to find out afterward that you have clogged arteries. No doubt you would end up suing the heart surgeon and operating team for neglect.Something like this commonly happens to home and building heating, ventilating and cooling (HVAC) systems all around the country. Great strides have been made jacking up the energy

2011-03-14T13:13:00.000-07:00

Do You Believe in Monsters? Keep Reading…You Will!Chances are, the most polluted air you breathe is impossible to escape from, but not impossible to clean. Presenting the facts on duct cleaning, and what it can do for you!TextIf you have ducts and vents in your home, then you have a natural breeding ground for indoor air pollution.What harm can indoor air pollution cause? Here are the facts:·

A/c Tune up Special

2011-03-08T07:30:00.000-08:00

We Can Spot Trouble a Mile Away…Well, Practically!For better system performance and maximum energy efficiency, now’s the time to consider having us inspect and clean your central air conditioning system.Central air conditioning systems…you plug ‘em in, turn ‘em on, sit back and enjoy the “cool.” No worries, right?If only things were that simple. But that doesn’t mean you really have anything to

2011-02-21T12:21:00.000-08:00

Show me Proof!

2011-02-14T07:57:00.000-08:00

Put Up, or…Don’t Bother Coming In!In these crazy times, a little bit of caution can go a long, long way. That’s why we urge you to ask every single contractor – including us – for proper identification before allowing a company technician into your home. Usually, we like to talk about accomplishments and capabilities, and how we can best put them to use on your behalf. After all, to earn your

2011-02-08T05:55:00.000-08:00

First Aid For Your HomeAll of us in the home service business know that there's no such thing as a non-emergency call. To a home owner with no heat in winter, no air conditioning in summer, a stopped-up toilet, broken pipes, no hot water or an unwanted wading pool in the basement, it is always an EMERGENCY!!! Especially when the breakdown occurs at exactly the wrong time. As it always does.That's

Light Bulb Comparisons

2011-02-02T05:31:00.000-08:00

Quick, who invented the light bulb? Thomas Edison, you say? A very popular answer, to be sure. But not the right one!So how’s your light bulb IQ? Specifically, can you name the most energy-efficient light bulb for your every day, “Around the House” usage? The answer might just surprise you, as will the amount of money you can save by saying “so long” to incandescent bulbs! The amount of

FirePlace Safety

2011-01-24T11:57:00.000-08:00

Things You Should Know About Fireplaces A fireplace connects with something imbedded within the human spirit. Tens of thousands of years ago our ancestors gazed in wonder, gratitude and contemplation at the crackling flames that sustained their lives, just as we do. To us, those flames are a luxury rather than a necessity. But is a roaring fire any less fascinating to us than it was to those

Homeowner Yearly tips

2011-01-18T09:39:00.000-08:00

Heating, Air Conditioning and Plumbing Tips for the HomeownerHeating and Air Conditioning: Clean or replace filters so that they will be fresh when you turn the air conditioning on for the first time in the summer or the furnace in the fall. Dirty filters not only restrict air flow, they can also contribute to equipment breakdown.Ideally, furnace filters should be replaced on a quarterly basis,

Carbon Monoxide Safety

2011-01-11T08:25:00.000-08:00

CARBON MONOXIDE IN THE SPOTLIGHT Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning has been one of the more under-publicized household hazards until two recent events put it in the spotlight. One was the accidental death in September 1994 of tennis star Vitas Gerulaitas, who succumbed to CO while sleeping in a rented home. The other was an ordinance that went into effect October 1, 1994, in Chicago requiring CO

Bug's In your Drain Line??

2011-01-03T09:35:00.000-08:00

BUGS IN YOUR DRAIN LINE? IF NOT, GET SOME!One of the best things to happen in the plumbing field in recent times has been the development of biological drain cleaners as an alternative to dangerous and ecologically harmful chemicals. These biological products work via bacteria that consume organic waste.There are various products of this nature on the market. The best one, in my opinion, is

Duct leaks

2010-12-30T09:52:00.000-08:00

LEAKING DUCTS COST YOU MONEY & ENERGY Imagine getting a heart transplant only to find out afterwards that you have clogged arteries. No doubt you would end up suing the heart surgeon and operating team for neglect. Something like this commonly happens to home and building heating, ventilating and cooling (HVAC) systems all around the country. Great strides have been made jacking up the energy

Humidification

2010-12-13T08:06:00.000-08:00

How Dry You Are? How Moist Should You Be?Relative humidity is more than relatively important when it comes to healthyand comfortable indoor living. Plus, at the right levels, you can savemoney on your fuel bill.Too much humidity is a bad thing, right? After all, it creates and promotesan environment where bacteria, mold, various fungi and dust mites not onlygrow, but flourish!But hang on a sec

Emergency Procedures

2010-12-06T08:04:00.001-08:00

When Disaster Strikes, Here's How to Strike Back.By observing a few simple emergency shut-off procedures, you can helpprotect your and your family during a natural disaster.When Mother Nature comes calling with anything other than sweet sunshine andbalmy temperatures, you have cause for concern. Especially when "she"decides to send the extreme stuff, like an earthquake, hurricane, tornado,and

Saving energy and Being comforable

2010-11-29T08:45:00.001-08:00

There are two fundamental ways to maximize your heating and cooling energyefficiency. Either, 1.) Stand by your old thermostat and constantly adjustit throughout the day and the seasons, or 2.) Invest in a programmablethermostat.According to Energy Star, the average household spends more than $2000 ayear on energy costs, up to half of which is for heating and cooling. With aprogrammable

Winter Tune up's And Peak efficiencies

2010-11-22T08:16:00.001-08:00

A "Fine Tune" for the Winter Months Ahead.Fact: your heating system will last longer and conserve precious energywith regular system maintenance. Here's how and why.On average, American families spend hundreds if not thousands of dollarsevery year to heat and cool their homes. That's the bad news. The goodnews is that it's relatively easy to cut those energy costs, and keepingyour heating

Clean Ducts

2010-11-15T11:43:00.001-08:00

If you have ducts and vents in your home, then you have a natural breeding ground for indoor air pollution. What harm can indoor air pollution cause? Here are the facts: · Most people spend 60% to 90% of their time indoors; · Indoor air is up to 70 times more polluted than outdoor air; · More

November Tip

2010-11-08T13:24:00.000-08:00

Do you suffer from dry itchy skin, or dried out allergies during the winter? Did you know that is a pretty simple remedy? With our whole house humidifier we can remedy these symptoms and many many more! If you are tired of dealing with cracking walls and floors, this helps there too! Pj SmithermanOperations ManagerAux Plumbing, Heating, Cooling,and Electrical Please visit us on the web

November

2010-11-04T14:49:00.001-07:00

So now that November is finally upon us, what does that mean? Well for most it means lots of family will be over to celebrate the holidays. And what is the worst thing that could happen? Can you imagine having a heating or plumbing emergency with all those people in your home? Don't! You'll give yourself a headache. Call us and schedule our new holiday inspection for only $59.95 and let us take

2010-09-22T13:03:00.000-07:00

October is Indoor Air quality month for all of our customers, we are extending an offer to our customers, via the web site, 1/2 off our whole house duct cleaning. we will come to your home and inspect your ductwork for duct leakage and cleanliness for $79.95. If you system needs cleaning or shows signs of leakage, we will give you and your family a up-front price of the tasks required to repair

Fall Special

2010-09-22T12:59:00.001-07:00

Today is the first official day of FALL. time to start getting your heating system checked for problems, Our Safety check is only $ 59.00 and our heating Tune-up is only $79.95. Wow!! What a deal for a limited time only