Monthly Archives: June 2013
Air conditioning is a source of comfort, all season long, in homes and businesses throughout the Providence area. But air conditioning also can relieve and in some cases control at the least the symptoms of such respiratory ailments like asthma, plus cold and flu-like symptoms.
Asthma, in general, is a growing problem in Rhode Island and throughout the US, especially among children. Currently, it’s estimated that 11% of all Rhode Island children 17 and younger have been medically treated for asthma, and the problem continues to grow.
When looked at that way, home air conditioning becomes much more than a luxury or convenience: it can be of enormous benefit in cleaning up the quality of your indoor air. And that makes breathing easier for every member of your family.
Here are some additional benefits of whole-house air conditioning:
- Less Stress – When it’s hot and humid indoors, your blood pressure tends to rise and that, in turn, can cause more stress: just what you don’t need.
- Illness Prevention – When stress levels are on the rise, your body’s immune system starts to break down, and that’s like welcome mat for colds, flus, and infections.
- Depression Relief – The hotter it is – indoors or outdoors – the more lethargic we become. We tire more easily, become bored through prolonged periods of inactivity, all of which can bring about signs of depression.
- A Better Night’s Sleep – Who can sleep in a hot and muggy room on hot and muggy sheets and pillows? With air conditioning, you’ll sleep far better and wake up refreshed and ready to take on your day with your usual vigor.
Central Air Conditioning & Ductless Air Systems in Providence
At Almeida Plumbing, heating & Air, we design and install central and ductless air systems. Ductless systems are perfect for homes without ducts and in particular where ducts simply cannot be installed. Like central air systems, they have outside condensing units but, in this case, they’re connected to wall blowers that noiselessly produce clean, filtered air in each room connected to the system.
Ductless systems are available for air conditioning only, or heating and air combined.
For more information on the comfort, convenience, and health benefits of air conditioning for your home, contact Almeida today for a free in-home quote and analysis of your family’s needs. We have the right, customized solution for every family we serve.
401-273-0040
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Picture it…the house is quiet, you’ve had a long day, and you draw yourself a warm, relaxing bath. You dim the lights and turn off the water, ready to sink into your own little piece of heaven, right here in Providence.
Sounds perfect, doesn’t it? Until you realize the water won’t turn off. Now, instead of feeling tranquil and rejuvenated, your heart is pounding as you watch the water spill over the edge of the tub and unto the floor.
Whether you experience flooding in your bathroom, laundry room, or kitchen, there is one important piece of advice to keep in mind: stay calm, and act swiftly. Turn off the water supply to the “culprit” in question. If you can’t find the valve quickly, turn off the main water valve.
Now that the water has stopped flowing, you can concentrate on these five steps to clean up and prevent further damage.
- Remove anything that can be damaged by the water and throw down old towels to help stop the spread of water into nearby rooms.
- If you smell something burning or see sparks, turn off the electricity to the affected rooms and leave your home immediately. Then call the fire department from a safe, nearby location.
- Assuming your home is safe from electrical dangers, focus on removing as much water as possible. The longer the water stays there, the more time it has to seep through and cause extensive damage to your subflooring and lower levels.
- Once you’ve gotten rid of all standing water, turn on air conditioners, fans, or you’re your windows to assist with drying time.
- Call your trusted Providence area plumber, Almeida Plumbing, Heating & Air. Anytime, day or night, you can count on us to get to the root of the problem, fix it, control the damage, and help get things back to normal.
Burst pipes, malfunctioning water heaters, clogged drains or toilets: big or small, we do it all. Contact Almeida today for service or a free quote on a new installation.
401-273-0040
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