/index.php en support@rocketmedia.com Copyright 2011 2011-10-03T17:09:59+00:00 http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/educating_homeowners_on_potential_fire_safety_hazards_of_home_heating_syste/ http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/educating_homeowners_on_potential_fire_safety_hazards_of_home_heating_syste/#When:17:09:59Z  October is National Fire Safety Month and heading into winter means an increase in residential fires according to the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA). The USFA cites home space heating as the second leading cause of residential fires during the winter season. Heating & Cooling, General 2011-10-03T17:09:59+00:00 http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/blind_sons_helps_homeowners_solve_winter_indoor_air_quality_problems/ http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/blind_sons_helps_homeowners_solve_winter_indoor_air_quality_problems/#When:15:51:46Z As temperatures cool off outside, most Americans move to indoor activities. Looming cooler temps also prompt homeowners to tightly seal any cracks in their homes, preventing cold drafts from entering. This, in turn, seals off a house from any fresh air and raises concentrations of both allergens and pollutants in the house. General 2011-09-01T15:51:46+00:00 http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/be_careful_of_extreme_heat_the_silent_killer/ http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/be_careful_of_extreme_heat_the_silent_killer/#When:16:44:09Z The excessively hot temperatures we’ve been experiencing this summer has not only been uncomfortable and inconvenient, but also dangerous. Many people are unaware of how deadly heat can be. In contrast to the visible, destructive and violent nature of floods and tornadoes, heat is the “silent killer”. Heating & Cooling 2011-08-08T16:44:09+00:00 http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/blind_sons_helps_customers_cope_with_the_weather/ http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/blind_sons_helps_customers_cope_with_the_weather/#When:14:48:17Z The old saying goes... if March comes in like a lion, it will go out like a lamb. That certainly has not held true this year. Here in Northeast Ohio we went from the terrible ice and snowstorms of this past winter to torrential downpours this spring to the most recent unseasonably hot weather. Heating & Cooling, Electrical 2011-06-16T14:48:17+00:00 http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/blind_and_sons_asks_homeowners_do_you_have_the_low_water_pressure_blues/ http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/blind_and_sons_asks_homeowners_do_you_have_the_low_water_pressure_blues/#When:15:02:48Z Low water pressure can make even the simplest tasks difficult and inefficient, from taking a shower to washing the dishes to using a sprinkler system this summer. There are a number of causes that can lead to this frustrating problem. Plumbing 2011-04-29T15:02:48+00:00 http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/leave_internet_purchases_to_products_that_dont_rely_on_installation_and_mai/ http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/leave_internet_purchases_to_products_that_dont_rely_on_installation_and_mai/#When:23:31:05Z People are using the Internet more and more when deciding on purchases. However, for certain purchases like heating and cooling systems, Blind & Sons, warns homeowners against this practice. Purchasing heating and cooling equipment involves more than just “who has the best price” and “who carries the top brand”. General 2011-03-30T23:31:05+00:00 http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/dont_let_a_power_outages_stop_you_in_your_tracks/ http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/dont_let_a_power_outages_stop_you_in_your_tracks/#When:16:52:12Z Power outages or blackouts can happen at any time, day or night, for any number of reasons - thunderstorms, ice and snow storms, fire, tornadoes, earthquake, high-energy consumption, accidents, overused power grids and human error - and can last for a few hours or even a few days. Electrical 2011-03-02T16:52:12+00:00 http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/tax_credits_for_energy_efficient_heating_cooling_and_plumbing_household_upg/ http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/tax_credits_for_energy_efficient_heating_cooling_and_plumbing_household_upg/#When:14:45:28Z In a recent turn of events, both Houses passed and the President signed into law an extension of the tax credits for homeowners who make qualified energy efficient retrofits to their homes. General 2010-12-29T14:45:28+00:00 http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/one_moment_can_change_everything_._._/ http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/one_moment_can_change_everything_._._/#When:17:58:06Z Most of us can think of that “one moment” that forever altered our lives in some way.  That “one moment” happened for 22-year-old Quaid McIver of Akron, Ohio in July of 2010, when working as an automotive detailer at Lexus of Akron-Canton. 2010-11-24T17:58:06+00:00 http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/avoid_the_greasy_stuff/ http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/avoid_the_greasy_stuff/#When:15:38:38Z While preparing for your holiday dinner this year, remember not everything should go down the drain.  According to Bill Blind, President of Blind & Sons, Inc., a local heating, cooling, plumbing & electrical company, putting the wrong things down the drain can cause serious and expensive damage to your household plumbing system. Plumbing 2010-10-26T15:38:38+00:00 http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/is_it_time_to_repair_or_replace_your_heating_cooling_system/ http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/is_it_time_to_repair_or_replace_your_heating_cooling_system/#When:20:10:21Z If your heating and/or air conditioning system fails, you are often faced with a choice, to repair the existing unit by replacing parts or by buying a new system. 2010-09-30T20:10:21+00:00 http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/warranties_vs._maintenance_do_you_know_the_difference/ http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/warranties_vs._maintenance_do_you_know_the_difference/#When:17:20:10Z In the HVAC (heating, cooling & ventilation) industry, we often hear the comments, ”We don’t need planned maintenance, we’re still under warranty.”   Nothing could be further from the truth!  2010-08-25T17:20:10+00:00 http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/save_water_energy_and_money_with_green_plumbing/ http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/save_water_energy_and_money_with_green_plumbing/#When:20:44:12Z “Going green” is not a new term for most of us, however, it might be as it applies to the plumbing in your home.  According to Bill Blind, President of Blind & Sons, “Green plumbing is plumbing that is designed to be the most energy efficient and at the same time conserve the most water.  A great by-product of saving on water and energy is that you will also be saving on your monthly utility bills.” 2010-07-30T20:44:12+00:00 http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/why_you_should_always_use_a_licensed_plumber/ http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/why_you_should_always_use_a_licensed_plumber/#When:22:43:32Z We often get calls to help repair damage caused by homeowners or unlicensed plumbers, states Bill Blind, President of Blind & Sons.  We recently had a situation in which a homeowner, (we’ll just call him Joe to protect his identity) tried to fix a clogged drain by himself.  2010-06-30T22:43:32+00:00 http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/why_you_shouldnt_super_size_your_new_heating_and_cooling_system/ http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/why_you_shouldnt_super_size_your_new_heating_and_cooling_system/#When:15:50:50Z We as Americans, think that bigger is better and buy products that are “jumbo”, “extra large”, or “mega” size.  We generally think we are getting a better value and more of what we want.  But when it comes to a home’s heating and cooling needs, super-sizing your system can cost you in both money and comfort. 2010-05-28T15:50:50+00:00 http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/tips_and_tricks_before_you_leave_on_spring_break/ http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/tips_and_tricks_before_you_leave_on_spring_break/#When:21:20:39Z It’s that time of year when families are making plans to go on vacation for spring break. Before you head out the door, it is important to look after your home.  Leaving on vacation is always a stressful endeavor and many times you forget to do something before you leave, and by then it’s too late! 2010-03-26T21:20:39+00:00 http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/choosing_the_right_contractor/ http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/choosing_the_right_contractor/#When:17:29:53Z Your home may be your most valuable financial asset. That's why it's important to be cautious when you hire someone to work on it.  Anyone who has any experience working with contractors knows that price is not the only factor to consider. General 2010-03-03T17:29:53+00:00 http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/get_the_most_out_of_your_heating_system_thi/ http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/get_the_most_out_of_your_heating_system_thi/#When:15:09:07Z With the frigid winter temperatures outside Blind & Sons knows that your heating system is getting a work out!  Blind & Sons wants you to be able to get the most out of your equipment and offers some helpful tips to do so. 2010-02-04T15:09:07+00:00 http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/homeowners_need_to_be_aware_of_the_r-22_refrigerant_freon/ http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/homeowners_need_to_be_aware_of_the_r-22_refrigerant_freon/#When:17:22:44Z The refrigerant R-22 (also known as freon) has been the refrigerant of choice for residential heat pump and air conditioning systems for over four decades. As of January 2010 this refrigerant, a HCFC (hydrochlorofluorocarbon) will not be allowed to be used in new equipment. 2009-12-21T17:22:44+00:00 http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/understanding_the_importance_of_heating_cooling_system_maintenance/ http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/understanding_the_importance_of_heating_cooling_system_maintenance/#When:17:40:18Z BARBERTON, OH (November 2009) – It is that time of year again, the weather is cold and you’ve probably already had to turn your heat on. Like most people, we don’t think about our heating and cooling systems. We merely adjust the thermostat and look forward to it providing the home comfort that we expect. When this doesn’t happen we want an immediate solutions, especially if it’s really cold out! You might ask yourself, when was the last time you had your system serviced? General 2009-11-30T17:40:18+00:00 http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/blind_sons_helps_homeowners_battle_poor_indoor_air_quality/ http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/blind_sons_helps_homeowners_battle_poor_indoor_air_quality/#When:21:35:43Z Barberton, Ohio, October 26, 2009 – Statistics show that the average American spends 70% of their times indoors and according to the American Lung Association the quality of indoor air can be 5 times worse than the air we breathe outside. 2009-10-26T21:35:43+00:00 http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/blind_sons_a_company_working_to_meet_customers_needs/ http://www.blindandsons.com/press/article/blind_sons_a_company_working_to_meet_customers_needs/#When:15:25:55Z Blind & Sons, a local heating, cooling, indoor air quality, plumbing and electrical company, has been a family owned business for three generations. Ever since John W. Blind opened the doors in 1937 to offer coal furnaces and gas conversion burners, Blind & Sons has been working to meet the comfort needs of homeowners in Northeast Ohio. Bill Blind, President of Blind & Sons states, “We are always evolving our services to meet the needs of our customers. We've built a name for ourselves in Northeast, Ohio and our business has grown through repeat business and customer referrals.” 2009-09-23T15:25:55+00:00