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Leading well in a virtual workplace

July 19, 2023 Oyster Pointer 0

By Dr. Steven M. Ruggerio and Ron J. Clark, MPP, LEADwell, LLC Things are not what they used to be. Once upon a time, supervisors would regularly see and meet with staff in an office [Read More…]

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When you want HVAC done right, find the right HVAC contractor

May 12, 2023 John Kennedy (Of Blessed Memory) 0

When you need heating and cooling replacement or repair services, choosing the right HVAC contractor for the job is the most important part of the process. It can also be the most daunting. If you [Read More…]

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HVAC planned maintenance: Comfort, savings and safety

March 20, 2023 John Kennedy (Of Blessed Memory) 0

If you had a new heating and/or air conditioning system installed within the past year or two, chances are the installer recommended an HVAC maintenance plan. But do you really need preventative maintenance? Ideally, everything [Read More…]

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SEER shmear —  not again!

November 18, 2022 John Kennedy (Of Blessed Memory) 0

Yes again, folks! Remember SEER? SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio or sometimes called Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating. It is the ratio of the cooling output of an air conditioner over a typical cooling [Read More…]

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Your comfort. Our passion.

June 21, 2022 John Kennedy (Of Blessed Memory) 0

One of the most important aspects of maintaining responsible home ownership includes regular home maintenance procedures. While some of these tasks may seem like trivial chores, the truth is that if they are deferred, it [Read More…]

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Repair or replace my comfort system?

April 19, 2022 John Kennedy (Of Blessed Memory) 0

Like most of us, we don’t turn on our air conditioning system until that first 80-degree day hits. For some spoiled like myself, that happens at 75 degrees! In our area, that can be April, [Read More…]

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The truth, the whole truth…

October 25, 2021 John Kennedy (Of Blessed Memory) 0

To most people, home comfort systems work like magic. They don’t know how HVAC systems make temperatures bearable in their homes and offices, but they’re awfully glad they do. When homeowners’ heating and AC systems [Read More…]

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To duct or not to duct: That is the question

April 26, 2021 John Kennedy (Of Blessed Memory) 0

When renovating a residential (or commercial) space, whether it is a room addition; converting a basement, attic, or garage into a living space; or adding central heating and air conditioning to a whole house (or [Read More…]

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Marketing customization

January 21, 2021 Joe Lieberman 0

Most mail that is sent to your mailbox is generally just sent to your address, perhaps with your name attached, but with little or no other information that is pertinent specifically to you. This is [Read More…]

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Mailing evaluation

December 21, 2020 Joe Lieberman 0

It’s time to do some direct mailing. Do you use a professional mailing service or mail it yourself? The following illustration is based on people or companies who prepare bulk mailings and may be uncertain [Read More…]

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A flu shot for your home or business

November 12, 2020 John Kennedy (Of Blessed Memory) 0

Poor indoor air quality affects millions of people every day, and it causes numerous respiratory health conditions. With the outbreak of COVID-19, cleaning the air in your home is needed more than ever. There are [Read More…]

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List determination: How it works for you

November 12, 2020 Joe Lieberman 0

This direct mail column is devoted to list determination, acquisition and use. With rising costs of paper, printing and postage, it has become extremely important to become more efficient in one’s selection of who is [Read More…]

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