Did you know that just a small amount of dirt on your air conditioner's coil could drastically reduce its efficiency and cost you more money to operate?

We all know that regular maintenance is crucial for equipment to function properly, but you may not know that most manufacturers of HVAC equipment require regular maintenance to maintain their warranties!

MTB has a Heating and Air Energy Savings Agreement program that provides this required maintenance at a low cost. For only $170, this program will provide you with 2 precision tune-ups each year. One tune up is on the heat cycle and one is on the cooling cycle.  By inspecting your system, MTB can detect and fix little problems before they become costly breakdowns.  Also, regular tune-ups guarantee that your system is running as efficiently as possible. This translates to savings each month on your utility bills!

In addition, program participants receive a 15% discount on repair parts, labor and a significant savings over our regular priced tune-ups. This 15% discount also applies to priority service, so you'll save money regardless of what day or time it is when you need a repair.  

Don't find yourself in August, when the temperature is 96 degrees, with a broken air conditioner.  Let MTB offer you an ounce of prevention with our money saving Energy Savings Agreement program.  For more information, please call us at 704-321-9250 or email us today at service@mtbmechanical.com

The temperature in the Charlotte area for today and tomorrow is supposed to reach 83°.  That is getting pretty warm considering it's only March 14th.  If this is any indication of things to come we may be in store for a hot summer!  This means your air conditioning is going to be working over-time.  

I thought it could be a good time to go over a few simple ways you can be more efficient in your home, therefore saving money.

Maintain Your System -  Besides simple homeowner duties, like changing your air filters there are many other steps to properly maintaining your unit.  It would pay you to look into our AC Maintainence package.  Our trained professionals will come out and properly check your system inside and out.

Change Air Filters - Dirt and dust can clog up your air ducts.  This is an easy step any homeowner can do to make sure your HVAC system doesn't work harder than it has to.

Adjust Your Thermostat - Keep your thermostat above 72° and use ceiling fans to help cool your home.  For each degree above 72, you will save an average of 1% on your cooling bill!  Also, when you are away from home, bump your thermostat up above 80 degrees to save even more. 

Plug Air Leaks - Look for any cracks in your doors and windows for air leaks.  You can use weather stripping or sometimes caulking to seal these leaks for another simple energy savings tip.

Close Curtains - During the day you can close your curtains to limit the sun's heat from baking your home and in turn raising your home's internal temperature.

Run The Bathroom Fan - when you shower to remove heat and humidity.  Although, remember don't keep the bathroom exhaust fan running for an extended period of time.  This can actually pull your cool air out of the house.

Unplug Electronics - If you aren't using an item that's plugged into the wall, unplug it.  Those chargers and other miscellaneous cords can zap power, even when not in use.

Run Your Dishwasher and washing machine only when full.

I hope some of these tips save your some money this upcoming spring and summer season!  For more tips and info view our main MTB Heating and Air site.  

The Charlotte, NC area is a beautiful part of the country.  The spring season is a lot of peoples favorite time and it is quickly approaching.  If they haven't started already, the Dogwoods, Hydrangeas, Crape Myrtles and more will soon be in full bloom. This is a beautiful sight to witness, but can also bring pollen and much suffering to those affected with allergies.  

Often, allergy sufferers may try to stay indoors during the spring to avoid the pollen and ragweed.  You may be shocked to find out that the air inside of your home could be up to 5 times more polluted than the air outside!  Unfortunately, the air system in your home is a perfect environment for molds, pollen, yeasts and other bacteria and viruses to grow and multiply. When you turn on your air system, you are blowing these allergens throughout your home!  

Here at MTB, we have a solution; Germicidal UV Light System.  UV light kills molds that thrive in cool, dark environments such as your AC system.  UV light also sterilizes air born bacteria, allergens and odors.  The result is simply clean, fresh air and a reduction in allergy symptoms.

Our Germicidal UV Light system is affordable and is a quick installation.  Also, if you are concerned about efficiency, the UV light tube only requires approximately the same electricity as a 40-watt light bulb.  

If you are interested in learning more about the Germicidal UV Light system, contact MTB Heating and Air today!  Your allergies will surely thank you!