Ideas to keep you safe and cool. . .

1.   Schedule your spring air conditioner system tune up. This important check will help you save on energy costs and prevent premature breakdown.
2.   Change system filters regularly. Ask your Maytag representative for a recommendation.
3.   Wash siding and windows.
4.   Remove storm windows and install screens.
5.   Clean gutters and downspouts, check for leaks and cracks. Clogged gutters and downspouts are a major cause of indoor water during the spring season.
6.   Caulk or fill any areas where insects may enter the house.
7.   Lawn care: rake and de-thatch lawn, fertilize, seed bare areas and seed over as necessary. Make sure to water seeded areas for the first several weeks. Ask your local nursery for recommendations.
8.   Get your lawn equipment ready for the busy season. If gas powered, fill with fresh gasoline and replace spark plugs. Check tires and belts. Change oil if applicable. Sharpen blades as needed.
9.   Prepare your garden beds for planting. Dig new gardens before the soil becomes dry and compacted. Have soil tested. Compost as needed.
10.   Check for and repair driveway cracks. Reseal asphalt driveways.
11.   Schedule or perform automobile spring maintenance, including a coolant check.

Cool Concepts

Today's modern cooling systems can help keep your temperature
from rising due to high monthly energy bills.

If your cooling or heating system is over 10 years old, you might be surprised to find out just how much more efficient the new systems are. With energy savings of up to 40%, the investment can be financially worthwhile. In fact, the savings will usually pay back the cost several times over the life of the equipment.

Newer air conditioners and heat pumps offer tremendous advances in efficiency. The SEER rating or Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating measures cooling performance. The higher the rating, the more efficient the unit. A typical older unit has ratings of around 6 SEER. Newer Maytag units offer ratings of 10-14 SEER. That can cut your cooling costs in half.

Cooling products feature either scroll or reciprocating compressors. The type of compressor used depends on size and efficiency of the unit. Optional variable speed air handlers and furnaces are also available to help maximize system efficiency. Whisper-quiet blowers improve air quality by mixing air from floor to ceiling.

To find out more about what you can expect to save in your area and how much you can increase your comfort, contact your Maytag dealer for a free estimate. Ask about the Maytag 10-year Worry-Free Warranty on parts and labor and the Maytag Dependability Promise.