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Collier’s Comfort Supports Friends Who Care with a Chili Cook-Off Fundraiser

September 27th, 2017

Here at Collier’s Comfort Services, we believe that belonging to a community means more than just running a reliable business. That’s why we work hand-in-hand with Friends Who Care, a local cancer relief organization that helps cover necessities like groceries and gas that aren’t covered by insurance. We’re proud of our association with such a tremendous organization, and committed to helping it lend a hand to those in need in The Fort Wayne, IN area.

As part of that ongoing effort, we’re hosting a Chili Cook-Off Fundraiser Saturday, October 14 at Lighted Gardens in Ossian. Community members are showing their pride by bringing their prized chili recipes for tasting and judging, and all attendees will get a chance to weigh in on the best chili of the night. There will also be a live band, a cash bar, drinks, local vendors in attendance, door prizes and a 50/50 raffle for all attendees. Best of all, all of the proceeds will go to Friends Who Care, and provide relief for local members of the community go through cancer treatment.

Tickets cost only $5, and there’s no charge for children 12 or under. You can purchase them both on our site, and directly from Friends Who Care. (Call them at 260-307-1074.) Join us at Lighted Gardens for a good time helping a good cause!

Signs You Need a New Heater

September 25th, 2017

When autumn arrives, the weather gets chilly, and homeowners will be turning to boilers, furnaces and other types of heating system to keep their homes warm in the long winter to come. If your existing heating system is one its last legs, now is the time to schedule the installation of a new one.

Replacing a heating system now makes all kinds of sense. The weather is still comparatively warm, which means you won’t have as much need for it as you will in just a few short weeks. It gives you time to plan and prepare for the operation, and schedule a replacement session according to your timetable instead of having to run around in the face of an unexpected breakdown. That also lets you enjoy the improved performance and reduced operating costs that a new heating system will bring, helping you cut down on those high monthly bills from the time the first snow falls.

How to Winterize Your Air Conditioner

September 11th, 2017

Fall will be here in a few weeks, and with it comes the eventual need to shut down your air conditioner and turn on your heater. Last week, we dealt with getting your heating system up to speed with timely maintenance. This week, we’re going to cover winterizing your air conditioner, and preparing it for months of inactivity as winter arrives.

Winterizing your AC is important because it will cut down on wear and tear over the cooler months and ensure that your system is ready to go as soon as you need it next spring. Most of the steps can be taken yourself, though there is one that we strongly recommend you speak to a professional about.

Time for Maintenance on Your Heater

August 28th, 2017

Summer is slowly coming to an end. Labor Day is upon us, and kids will soon be going back to school if they aren’t there already. Soon enough, autumn will be here, and with it comes cooler temperatures and an increased need for a good heating system in your home. The worst thing during a chilly fall night is to turn the heater on and encounter a serious problem.

Unfortunately, that’s a very common occurrence in the Fort Wayne area in the autumn. On the other hand, there’s a very easy way to prevent that from occurring: a maintenance session on your heater from a friendly professional company.

UV Air Purifiers Keep Your Home Clean

August 14th, 2017

Summers in Indiana are defined by high temperatures and soaring humidity. That makes our environment a breeding ground for bacteria and germs of all varieties, and they can easily infiltrate your home to cause all manner of mischief. In fact, germs and other biological contaminants can cause a lot of damage in the summer, since we keep our doors and windows locked tight to preserve the cool air generated by our air conditioners. Since HVAC systems circulate the air in your homes when they run, that means the contaminants can stay there for a long time, leading to that stagnant musty feeling in your house as well as passing colds and other illnesses between different family members.

Why Does Ice Form on Air Conditioning Coils?

July 31st, 2017

Air conditioning problems are quite common this time of year for obvious reasons. Our AC systems are put to the test each and every day as temperatures climb into the triple digits and beyond sometimes. Ideally, everything will work as intended, but in the event it doesn’t, you need to move quickly. Otherwise, an unexpected breakdown could leave you without proper air conditioning, and turn you home into an oven in the process.

3 Things to Look for in a Commercial AC Service

July 17th, 2017

Commercial air conditioners are even more important than residential air conditioners in many ways. Most of us spend the bulk of our days as a business or retail space, after all, and if you’re either a business owner or an office manager, you know how important a comfortable environment is. A problem with your commercial air conditioners could send customers away in droves, force your employees to work in hot and uncomfortable conditions (or even make you send them home for the day), and even damage key components to your business like computers, which can overheat in the midst of our sweltering Indiana summers.

Spotting a Breach or Leak in Your Ducts

July 3rd, 2017

Centralized heating and air conditioning systems rely on a series of ducts to carry cool air to the various corners of your home. They do the same job in the winter when it comes to hot air from your furnace. They do their jobs well in most cases, and because they’re usually hidden behind the walls or in the attic, they don’t often suffer damage. When they do, however – or even when age and wear-and-tear create leaks or breaches – then it can be very hard to spot the damage.

When Does Your Air Conditioner Need Replacing?

June 19th, 2017

It can be tough to know when your air conditioner needs to be replaced. Air conditioners are expensive and most people run them into the ground before removing an old one and putting a new one in its place. If you don’t think your system is going to make it until the fall, now is the time to act. Doing so allows you to enjoy the increased efficiency and other benefits of a new system, as well as eliminating any worries you may have about breakdowns in the heat of the summer.

Dehumidifiers Make Summer Easier to Handle

June 5th, 2017

Summers in Indiana are stiflingly hot, with temperatures routinely climbing towards triple digits and beyond. But worse than the heat is the high humidity: turning our homes into swamps and reducing everything to a muggy soggy mess. Air conditioners can deal with humidity by default, but they’re not set up to handle the problem the right way, which can add to monthly bills and increase strain on the system overall.