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Miller Plumbing Heating Cooling has a great money saving special for July 2010. When we install any Trane furnace and air conditioning system in your home we will also install free of charge a Cutler Hammer CHSPMAX major appliance 2400 joules surge protector.

Summer storms in Pittsburgh can be a shocking experience. Power surges and power spikes can damage new equipment and major home appliances. Surge protectors installed in your electrical panel can help prevent damage to expensive home equipment.

Miller Plumbing Heating Cooling would like to see customers take advantage of the 30% federal tax credit the 300.00 dollar high efficiency furnace and 200.00 dollar tank less water heater PA state rebate and the 500.00 dollar free surge proctor before these offers expire.

10 year parts warranty 3 year labor warranties are standard with every Trane system. Please visit online at www.callmiller.net and at google for many online specials.

Miller Plumbing Heating Cooling

3131 Library Rd

Pittsburgh Pa 15234

412-848-3253

Miller Plumbing Heating Cooling corrects thousands of air conditioner and heat pump problems each year. One of the most common problems is no cooling and ice that forms and blocks your systems air flow.

Moving the correct amount of air is nessary to heat or cool your home properly. One easy thing to check is your filter. Clogged filters will cause your A/C to freeze up causing excessive condensation or ice to build up on the cooper line kit or indoor coil or outdoor compressor.

The blower fan speed is important and should be set to match the size of your cooling equipment. Low fan speed can cause a low suction pressure and freezing , high or excessive fan speed will use more electricity be noisy and not allow the air to be cold enough to cool properly. 

Duct work that is under sized can cause problems that mirror clogged filters and incorrect fan speeds. Your duct work should be sized to move enough air to accommodate your equipment needs.  

Ducts that bang or pop indicate filter fan speed or sizing problems. Clogged cooling coils will cause freezing, coils can be visually inspected to see if they need serviced.  

Systems that freeze up can also have restricted piston , txv or metering devices. But the number one cause for ice freezing and poor cooling is low refrigerant charge.

leaks some where in the system allow refrigerant to leak out suction pressure below 60 psi will let your system ice up.

Leak testing with nitrogen and recharging with digital charging tools sooner than later will save you aggravation and money.

Miller Plumbing Heating Cooling

3131 Library Rd

Pittsburgh PA 15234

412-848-5353

Miller plumbing Heating and Cooling are experts at servicing and maintaining you air conditioner and heat pump. After the heavy snow, falling ice and gutters that were so prevalent this winter, we recommend to visually inspect the outside unit for physical damage. The cooper pipes coming out of your house and connecting to the air conditioner or heat pump are easily damaged of dented.

Many things effect the efficiency of your system. When Miller Plumbing Heating Cooling comes to your home we check your air filter, thermostat, updating the thermostat will save money and increase comfort if is not a digital thermostat. We check the condensate drains, wiring, duct work, motor and any belts if it is a old style furnace.

The electrical panel is looked at to make sure the breakers are the correct size for the equipment. Incorrect breakers can be a potential safety problem. Outside it is important your air conditioner or heat pump is level. we inspect the condenser coil to make sure it is clean. Dirty coils increase noise amperage draw and lower effective cooling the unit will provide. There should be a electrical disconnect box outside firmly attached to provide for service.

One often overlooked  item is excessive debris inside your unit and heavy vegetation that limits air flow and accessibility around the unit.After the freon charge is checked and a through run test is done along with a amperage draw your system will be ready for hot weather and small issues will not cause big problems later.

Miller Plumbing Heating Cooling

3131 Library Rd

Pittsburgh PA 15234

412-848-3253

www.millerplumbingheatingcooling.com

Time is running out to take advantage of the 30% tax credit for energy saving hvac equipment. December 31, 2010 is the cutoff date to install new furnaces, heat pumps, air conditioners, boilers and water heaters.

Split A/C units must be 16 SEER/13EER to qualify heat pumps must be 15 SEER/12.5 EER/8.5HSPF to qualify and gas furnaces must be 95% AFUE  hot water heaters and boilers that are 90 % AFUE or have a energy factor of .82 also qualify. The tax credit is 30% of the cost of installation  up to 1500.00.

The tax credit is for people who own there own home and use it as there principal residence.

Miller Plumbing Heating and Cooling has helped customers save thousands of dollars in taxes. Other major benefits are long parts and labor warranties lower utility bills and increased safety and comfort.

Miller Plumbing Heating Colling

3131 Library Rd Pittsburgh Pa 15234

412-848-3253

Miller Plumbing Heating Cooling enjoys a good challenge. We realize that every job is different and unique. The advantage of staying current in your industry helps you be more efficient and be able to offer your customers better options than other companies. These options always include meeting or exceeding local codes offering green efficient cost effective and safe alternatives.

Recently we looked at a new  two car garage  with a 650 SQ ft great room  addition above. The customer  had a radiant under floor heating system installed that unlike what he was promised dose not work. There are many choices when heating small areas but all must meet code be efficient and be safe to make the list of choices.

Needless to say the heat source installed by others a electric water heater was a bad choice. Unsafe not meeting many safety codes required to be used as a hot water boiler and not efficient  because it adds a large volume of water to the system that needs heated and not able to meet the water temperature required to properly heat the living space.

We choose a small Argo electric boiler. Sized to meet the heating load the boiler holds 1 gallon of water has built in ul listed safety’s ,pump control, water temperature and differential settings and terminals to ad a low water cut out as required in Pennsylvania. Multiple heating elements are staged to provide maximum efficiency.

Small areas can be a challenge if things are done the old fashioned way. Using a gas boiler is excessive for small areas. Hot water heat for small room additions is a great choice providing great comfort and efficiency when installed correctly.

Miller Plumbing Heating Cooling

3131 Library Rd

Pittsburgh Pa 15234

412-848-3253