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BATAVIA It isnt criminal, but the HVAC system installed in the Genesee County Sheriffs Office administration building as it was constructed a decade ago hasnt performed to expectations.

Operations such as central dispatch, evidence storage and other essentials have not been compromised by the inconsistent heating and air conditioning at the center of a $7,870 consultant agreement approved Wednesday by the Genesee County Legislature.

Clark Patterson Lee, a Rochester-based firm, will prepare the final construction documents and specifications required to complete the HVAC improvements at the administration building, built for $4.8 million over 2006 and 2007.

Sheriff Bill Sheron and Legislature Chairman Ray Cianfrini both said the issues with climate control at the Park Road facility began soon after it opened. While a system controlling the communications center and the core of the building works, the exterior ring of offices for administrators and the sheriffs civil and detectives bureaus can vary wildly.

Its the inconsistency of the heating and air conditioning, Sheron said.

Its been a continuous (problem), said Cianfrini, who compared the system to a car-buyer getting a lemon.

Even with computer-controlled systems, energy balancing and the installation of a second boiler, those offices have had issues. Attempts at legal recourses against the contractors and project designers went nowhere, County Manager Jay Gsell said.

The building was well-built, but its the climate control that continues to vex us.

Legislators were largely frustrated by the condition of the HVAC system. Its a building thats less than 10 years old, Legislator Ed DeJaneiro, Jr. said.

Who designed this, DeJaneiro said. It was a bad design, lets remember when we design the next building to not have the same architects.

Can we confirm that the construction design team is or its not the same one as the consultant, asked Legislator Shelley Stein.

Those people are not involved, Gsell replied.

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ST. LOUIS The $30 million renovation of Soldiers Memorial downtown wont be completed until November 2018, but after a year of construction the structure is showing signs of what will be.

As the Missouri Historical Society prepares to host public forums on the project this week and in March, the memorial itself is home to more hard hats than war relics. Blank walls with large slits cut for installing air cooling and heating systems will eventually showcase stories and artifacts from St. Louisans experiences in war.

Its all going to be brought to life by the stories of individual St. Louisans, said Karen Goering, managing director of administration and operations at the Historical Society.

The final exhibit plans are still in the works, museum spokeswoman Leigh Walters said, but they will revolve around the buildup to and the aftermath of each world war. Up to 300 artifacts dating from the War of 1812 and up to the recent wars in Afghanistan and Iraq will be featured.

Former office space under the building has been cleared, and concrete will soon be laid for what will be a new exhibition space. Walters said the new space will host temporary exhibits.

Outside to the south, the Court of Honor prepares for the installation of a reflecting pool and the narrowing of Chestnut Avenue to integrate the two memorial spaces. The Court of Honor opened in 1948 to honor St. Louis dead from World War II, which totaled 2,573, Goering said.

Goering said 1,075 St. Louisans died in World War I.

The Court of Honor will also include new memorials for locals who fought in other American wars. Goering said the Historical Society hopes to include those from the entire St. Louis area, not only from within the city.

When Soldiers Memorial opened, most people who might say they were from St. Louis actually lived in the city, and we know thats not the case now, Goering said.

The skeleton of a new elevator shaft in the east wing is a sign of the improved access to come. Ramp access for the disabled was previously only offered at the back entrance, but a second ramp for the front will fix what museum officials called unacceptable.

Disabled veterans shouldnt have to use the back entrance to get into a war memorial, Goering said.

The imposing sculptures on the corners of the north and south staircases look refreshed after a cleaning removed years of coal soot and dirt. They were done by famous St. Louisan Walker Hancock, one of the real life Monuments Men whose story was used as inspiration for John Goodmans character in the 2014 film.

Museum officials said they hope the finished product both within and outside the building strikes a quiet, reflective tone. Whereas the downtown block occupied by the Court of Honor and Soldiers Memorial between 14th and 13th streets previously hosted all sorts of events, Walters said they want the space to always draw attention to what it represents.

This is a reverent space, Walters said.

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FARMINGTON The Central Consolidated School District Board of Education will be asked to approve a bidto renovate sections of theheating and cooling systemat Shiprock High School.

Board members could vote in favor of accepting a $2.3 million bid from FCI Constructors Inc. to replace the heating and evaporative air cooling system during a regular meeting on Tuesday in the Shiprock board room.

CCSD spokesman James Preminger said in an email that, once the project is completed, the entire school would utilize anew heating and air conditioning system. He added the system used in the Chieftain Pit willnot be affectedbecause that system already has been upgraded.

The project includes adding sprinklers to certain areas of the school. The existing sprinkler system remains operationaland will not bereplaced, Preminger said.

Additional work planned for the school includes renovating and remodeling the concession stand inside the Chieftain Pit.

Improvements to the heating and cooling system could be in the works at Shiprock High School.(Photo: Jon Austria/The Daily Times)

If the bid is approved, workwould start in the springand be completed inFebruary 2018, Preminger said.

The district would pay for the upgradesthrough the capital outlay fund designated for buildings, renovation and construction, he added.

"We're excited about having this work done," Preminger said in a telephone interview on Friday.

Similar work is planned for Kirtland Central High School, which would adda new heating and cooling system throughout the building, as well as install a sprinkler system in Bronco Arena.

The district did open the request for proposals process for the work but received only one bid, which was incomplete. So the process will reopen, Preminger said. Proposals for the project at Kirtland Central aredue on March 9, he added.

Prior to the board meeting, the district will have an event to honor school board President Randy Manning, who is concluding 24 years of service on the board. Manning did not seekre-election for the District 1 seat in the Feb. 7 election.

The event will take place from 5to 6:30 p.m. at the Shiprock A-Gym inside the CCSDadministration building in Shiprock.

Noel Lyn Smith covers the Navajo Nation for The Daily Times. She can be reached at 505-564-4636.

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Round Rock, TX - Ausco Air Heating & Air Conditioning, an HVAC installation repair and maintenance company that just celebrated 23 years in operation has just reviewed its service prices to offer affordability. This move comes a few weeks after the company reported an increase in the number of clients it serves and an increase in HVAC systems brands. The review in prices comes in the form of discounts and specials that clients can access from the businesss website. Besides these specials, the business reduced prices of all services across the board.

As Ausco celebrates 23 years in operation, the successes that we, as a company has had can only be credited to our clients, said Randy Cahill, an HVAC systems expert and the founder of Ausco. Granted, as a way of the company giving back to its clients, a review of service prices has been implemented enabling clients to get the same high-quality services for less. Besides a review of service prices, the company plans on expanding services to cover more areas; this has been informed by the increasing requests from clients in the areas surrounding Central Texas.

Ausco has always offered affordable services to its clients, a factor that has enabled it to widen its customer base and reach out to more clients. Following the review, the company introduced a horde of discounts on specific services and specials, for new as well as repeat clients. To make it easier for clients, the company implements the discounts or specials while offering a quote. This ensures that clients do not have to redeem them while requesting for services.

Having been in business for 23 years, Ausco is a full-service heating and air conditioning service offering AC repair, duct installation and repair, weatherization, furnace repair, thermostats, AC installation and maintenance and home energy analysis. The company started off as a repair company and later expanded to offer more services. It has been on the frontline in offering eco-friendly services and equipment including energy star certified equipment, ozone friendly refrigerators and more.

Following the price reviews, the company has reported an increase in a number of clients enlisting its services. The review has been taken positively seeing that Ausco has received hundreds of positive reviews on consumer review sites and on social media. Residents of Austin, Round Rock, Pflugerville, Georgetown, Leander and Cedar Park are among those enjoying the reduced prices.

Ausco Air Heating & Air Conditioning is located at2541 S Interstate 35 #200-237 in Round Rock, TX (78664).

The company can be contacted via phone at 512-576-6074 or at their websitehttp://www.auscoair.com

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Mike Ullery | Daily Call Volunteers from the Housing Enhancement League of Piqua, along with Piqua city officials and workers from Morris Heating and Cooling and Harmony Systems gather for a group photo as work nears completion on installation of a new furnace for a family on Blaine Avenue in Piqua.

PIQUA Two local companies teamed up to bring warmth to a resident on Monday.

The Housing Enhancement League of Piqua (HELP) brought together Harmony Systems, Inc. and Morris Heating Cooling Comfort Systems to donate a furnace and its installation to a resident on Blaine Avenue. Harmony Systems donated the furnace, while Morris Heating Cooling Comfort Systems donated their time for the installation, which took place Monday morning. The total estimated cost for the furnace and installation was around $3,400.

Its a great help to me, said Ken Baker of Piqua, who received the donated furnace. Baker has been living in Piqua for 25 years, and his previous furnace was on its last leg.

It was in bad shape, Baker said.

Baker reached out to the city to see if HELP or the citys Community Home Investment Program (CHIP) funding, which they received through the states Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding, was able to help him keep the heat working in his home this winter.

One of the big purposes of HELP is a way to give back to the community, Development Program Manager Nikki Reese said. Reese explained that HELP then reached out to Harmony Systems and Morris Heating Cooling Comfort Systems to see if they were interested in working together to help Bakers situation.

This is the second year in a row both companies came together to donate a furnace to someone in need in Piqua.

We were presented the opportunity last year We thought, absolutely, Brad Penrod, operation supervisor of Morris Heating Cooling Comfort Systems said.

Penrod said that in addition to giving back to the community by donating their time, this also provided them with the opportunity to make the residents home safer by getting rid of one of the older furnace systems in exchange for a safer, newer model.

It was a no-brainer, Penrod said. Its great for the community. The fact that Harmony Systems stepped up and weve been able to help has been huge.

This is a donation from our employees, Cynamyn Clem, human resources manager of Harmony Systems said.

Each year the employees of Harmony Systems think of a Christmas project, and they decided to give the gift of heat to a resident in need this season.

Its great. We love to be able to give back to the Piqua community, Clem said.

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(BPT) - More than half of homes in the U.S were built before 1980, according to U.S. Census figures. With most home heating and ventilation systems lasting around 20 years, millions of American homeowners will be looking at replacing their HVAC systems this year. If youll be among them, understanding the factors that influence the cost of a system could help save you money in the long run.

The cost of HVAC systems can vary widely, and most people who face replacing a system have never gone through the process before, says Steve Hoffins, director of marketing, Luxaire, a heating and cooling systems manufacturer. Sorting through your options can be challenging. However, finding the right system for your home can greatly influence energy efficiency, your homes comfort and its resale value.

Here are six factors that affect the cost of installing a new heating and cooling system, and what you should know about each:

The size of your home

You can probably guess that the larger the home, the bigger the system youll need to adequately heat and cool it. If a system is too small for the home, it will work harder, be less energy efficient and possibly wear out sooner.

However, too big isnt better, either. In fact, says Hoffins, Most homes have heating and cooling systems larger than they actually need. A system thats too large for a home can create uneven temperatures, poor humidity control, maintenance problems and a loss of efficiency.

Research can help you identify the size HVAC system thats just right for your home. You can also ask your product dealer to provide a load calculation and energy analysis for your home.

Energy efficiency

Replacing an HVAC system affords you the chance to improve your homes energy efficiency and save money over the long term. A quality, energy-efficient HVAC system may cost more than a less efficient one, but you can anticipate recouping the expense, plus additional savings over the lifetime of the system.

System type

From gas furnaces and split system air conditioners to heat pumps and packaged heating and cooling units, there are multiple ways to heat and cool your home. Most people replacing all or part of an HVAC system will opt to stick with the same type of system theyre replacing. However, you may find a different option will work better.

Different types of systems come with different product and installation costs. Before deciding whats right for your home, research your options and talk to a qualified dealer about benefits and costs of each.

Ductwork

When youre installing a new HVAC system, its important the ductwork in your home works with the type of system youve chosen, and that its been properly installed and maintained. Improper ductwork can create hot or cold spots in a home, reduce system efficiency and even allow the growth of mold from condensation. An HVAC professional can help you assess if your ductwork is in good shape before you invest in a new heating and cooling system.

Accessories

Certain types of accessories can make your new HVAC function more efficiently and provide you with greater ease of use. If your furnace is 20 years old, chances are good your thermostat is the same age, so youll want to replace that, too. Programmable thermostats can be reasonably priced and help enhance the energy efficiency of your HVAC system. Other accessories such as an electronic air cleaner can help enhance the air quality inside your home. Youll want to carefully consider the accessories youll be adding, and factor them into the total anticipated cost of your new HVAC system.

How youll pay for it

Replacing an HVAC system costs thousands of dollars. If you dont have enough cash saved to cover the cost, you may choose to finance all or part of the expense. You could use a credit card, but high interest rates mean you could end up paying thousands more in interest for your HVAC system. Manufacturer or dealer financing may be a lower-cost option. For example, select participating Luxaire contractors offer financing with appealing terms such as deferred interest, no interest with equal monthly payments and convenient monthly payment options.

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PHILADELPHIA (CBS) Whether youre trying to keep your house warm in the winter or cool in the summer, your heating and cooling system is the biggest energy user in your home.

But an invisible shield could help make your home more energy efficient. In this weeks Angies List report, what you should know about window film.

Installing high-efficiency windows can be a great investment but its also expensive and costs thousands of dollars. If youre looking for a more affordable option, window film is a great alternative, said Angies List founder, Angie Hicks.

Solar window film is a thin material applied to window glass which helps filter out a lot of solar energy.

Window film will be a much better option in terms of improving the performance and matching the performance of a new replacement window, typically a fifth the cost of going through the replacement of those windows, said window film installer, Kevin Koval.

Jay Dunbar says, what he spent on window film, he made up within three years, in energy savings. But he noticed one thing immediately, no more uneven temperatures throughout his house.

First thing that we noticed, because we had it applied I think it was in late fall, we noticed that when it got cold, all of a sudden our bedroom wasnt 10 degrees colder than the rest of the house, which was very nice, said Dunbar.

You can install window film yourself, but doing that could void your window warranty. Reputable film installers will replace your window warranty with their own. Theyll also install the film without bubbles, which will prevent cracks or peeling later on. Some will even let you transfer the warranty if you sell your house.

Window film can also help filter out potentially dangerous ultra violet light and even protect your furniture from fading from sunlight.

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ANTHEM Angies List Super Service Award three years in a row. Anthem Young Professionals Leadership in Action Award in 2016. Acknowledged in Ranking Arizonas Top 10. Countless glowing Yelp reviews. An A+ rating with BBB. Only some of the accolades and recognition earned by ProSkill Plumbing, Heating & Air.

Two brothers, Cactus Shadows High grads, Tyler and Travis Ringe, founded ProSkill Plumbing in 2009. Customers for life was their goal. The recipe for success was simple: offer reasonable pricing, follow through on what they say and provide stellar service.

Starting ProSkill was a natural undertaking, given their dad was a general contractor and the Ringes grew up in the building industry. As the owners/operators of this family-run business (Tylers wife, Abby, does the books), ProSkill is the go-to plumber of not only former classmates but their parents as well. Its no wonder why the Ringes keep having to add trucks to their fleet (they started with one and are up to 17!). Customer referrals keep them busy, and they are even hiring plumbers and AC techs as they expand to meet demands.

In addition to the superior work and integrity at ProSkill, clients love the fact they typically dont pay service charges. (Calls for work on Sunday and after hours are assessed one.) Because Tyler and Travis have lived in the area so long, they often recommend fellow businesses if theres a service they cannot provide (they are customer-driven).

If you have a leak, need your AC tuned, want your RO filters changed, ProSkill can help, plus they strive to save clients cash with its Members Club. For example, pay $118/yr. per system and receive biannual AC tune-ups, heating/cooling inspection, condenser coil cleaning, condensate drain blowout/flush. Members also receive 5 percent repair discounts, no diagnostic fees, priority booking and ladder service (for those who cant use a ladder and may, perhaps, need bulbs changed) and more. See additional Members Club options at http://www.ProSkillServices.com.

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Take a moment and imagine you are in your stockroom, taking inventory of your products. After going through each product, you begin to realize what you traditionally offer isnt going to cut it anymore. Your customers are requesting the most-efficient technology available that will allow them to save on utility bills. You need to find a solution to retain and grow your business, and somehow your research leads you here. You might have heard of mini-split heat pumps, but how much do you actually know about the technology that is gaining more attention and market demand in the U.S. residential market?

Why should you and your customers consider investing in these systems? The mini-split developed its name from its split-system design, which consists of an indoor air handling unit connected to an outdoor unit. The term mini, reflects its small size in terms of footprint and load capacity. Mini-split systems can be ductless, ducted or both, and are commonly found in residential and light commercial projects. Typically, Europe and Asia dominate the market share for mini-splits, but as consumer demand increases and the industry shifts continually toward going green, theyve grown from being a topic of discussion to being placed in homes across the U.S.

Now, you may be thinking, why are mini-split systems beneficial for business? Mini-splits are often the best money-making option for residential projects, but lets break down this technology in terms of how it can help your business boom.

Energy efficiency is key

Over the past decade, there has been an increase in demand for HVAC product manufacturers to design and develop efficient products meeting government mandated ratings, called Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratings (SEER). The government enforced the latest SEER standards in 2015, and now requires heat pumps installed on or after Jan. 1, 2015, must achieve the minimum rating of 14 SEER in most areas of the country, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. However, some manufacturers, like Mitsubishi Electric Cooling & Heating (Mitsubishi Electric), have developed efficient mini-split systems reaching SEER ratings in the low-to-mid 30s as you are aware, the higher the SEER, the better the efficiencies.

How do mini-splits meet this efficiency demand? Well, unlike traditional systems, ductless mini-split heat pumps do not push air through ducts. Instead, the indoor unit is coupled to an outdoor unit by small refrigerant piping and electrical wiring. Because the compressor is inverter-driven rather than fixed speed, it typically runs at a low frequency to maintain the desired temperature and only increases to quickly cool or heat a space.

Utility bill savings outweigh initial expenses

Mini-splits may have higher initial costs than traditional systems, but the upfront costs are justified by a mini-splits reduced lifetime costs their installation and operational costs are often lower as well. Installation costs are reduced because mini-splits offer a simpler installation process than conventional systems, saving on materials and labor. Because of the mini-splits efficiency, overall operational costs are reduced. Thanks to that ingenious inverter-driven compressor, users can expect to see a savings of up to 40 percent a year on energy with a Mitsubishi Electric system, as compared to traditional systems. Over a products life cycle, these benefits add up ultimately making the case that mini-splits are a superior financial choice compared to other options currently available.

Making your job easier

When recommending a system to a potential customer, youre going to get the typical question, How long will it take to install? Its not an uncommon question at all. According the U.S. Energy Information Administrations (EIA) Residential Energy Consumption Survey (RECS), around 44 percent of homeowners in the U.S. never turn off their air conditioning during the summer months. While a whole home installation may take longer to complete, individual rooms or spaces can be installed and functional in the same day. This provides some relief for air-conditioning addicts.

How is that possible? One of the many installation benefits of mini-splits is the simplicity of the unit. The two-component set-up is made up of an indoor unit, mounted to an interior wall and connected to the outdoor unit by two refrigerant lines that pass through a small penetration (three inches or fewer in diameter). Due to their split-system design, alongside the minimal-to-no ductwork involved, mini-split systems can require no demolition to install perfect for renovating a house that was built before air conditioning was available as well as new construction projects. Minimal piping and a small footprint mean lower equipment costs and a faster installation in terms of labor.

Personalized comfort for your customers

For the last few decades, mini-split technology has been known as a smart solution for providing spot cooling and heating for spaces where installing a conventional system would be costly or even impossible. In recent years, as some manufacturers have introduced extremely versatile indoor styles like multi-position ducted indoor units, mini-splits have become a desired system for the whole home.

Because mini-split units are also small by nature, they can easily fit in tight spaces. Since they can be ducted, ductless or both, homeowners can select which indoor units best fits their space and style. For example, with Mitsubishi Electrics Designer EF-series wall-mounted indoor units, homeowners can choose whether they want the unit to blend or stand out. The unit can also be mounted in any space. Mini-split design flexibility does not stop at a wall-mounted indoor unit, though Mitsubishi Electric also offers floor-mounted indoor units, multi-position ducted indoor units, ceiling-concealed ducted units, ceiling-suspended units and ceiling-recessed units.

These systems are not only versatile for the homeowner to personalize, but also versatile for the HVAC contractor to specify. Mitsubishi Electric systems have a capacity range between 2,800 - 42,000 BTUs, offering contractors more options when specifying homes. Because of the flexibility of Mitsubishi Electrics systems, HVAC contractors can design any given system in a variety of ways, whether seeking to maximize comfort, efficiency or upfront cost savings. For example, if a homeowner wants seven zones, that can be accomplished one of several ways, including one multi-zone outdoor unit connected to seven indoor units or seven single-zone outdoor units each connected to one indoor unit. Each option offers something, in this case the former offers upfront cost savings whereas the latter offers ultimate efficiency. Having such flexibility ensures contractors can offer homeowners personalized systems that speak to their individual wants and needs.

Smooth operator

Mini-split technology has a much quieter system compared to traditional systems. The outdoor units feature efficient DC motors and fan blades designed to minimize the noise many central systems make. Further, the compressor is housed in its own insulated compartment and sits on rubber feet for maximum vibration dampening. The indoor units are also incredibly quiet. The small, compact footprint and specially designed fans deliver extremely quiet and powerful, consistent airflow. Ductless and short-run ducted units operate at barely detectable sound levels, which mean some indoor units are even quieter than a human whisper.

Support from manufacturers

Although the installation of mini-split systems is described as simple, it does require a specialized skill set. Fortunately, some of todays manufacturers offer preferred HVAC contractor programs. These programs allow the installing contractor to become familiar and comfortable with the manufacturers brand through extensive product education and training. Manufacturers also typically provide a list of preferred contractors in the area, making contractor selection an easy process for homeowners who are looking for qualified and experienced installers.

Mitsubishi Electric has mobile applications to assist contractors in the selling and installation processes. Rather than an HVAC contractor walking into a house and specifying a system based on the number of bedrooms and the homes geographic location, Mitsubishi Electrics Residential Home Builder application allows the contractor to take it one step further and essentially design the optimal system for any given house. This application provides the homeowner with a more accurate estimate of the size and type of system that should be used, providing the homeowner options upfront.

Its time to take advantage of this technology

While residential HVAC contractors are still installing other cooling and heating systems, the mini-split is an adaptable product thats on the rise to dominate the U.S. market. Over the past two years, the U.S. mini-split market has already grown by 13 percent and will continue to increase over the next decade, according to A Look at Ductless Growth in North America by North America Equity Research, J.P. Morgan.

This technology is a leader in the HVAC category because of its impressive efficiency ratings and ability to provide personalized comfort. As more and more customers ask for these benefits, there is an opportunity for HVAC contractors to meet those demands through stocking and installing mini-split systems. Contractors have the opportunity not to just offer the products, but become true experts in the technology and participate in rewarding manufacturer programs. By doing so, they will grow their business successfully.

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Mike Ullery | Daily Call Volunteers from the Housing Enhancement League of Piqua, along with Piqua city officials and workers from Morris Heating and Cooling and Harmony Systems gather for a group photo as work nears completion on installation of a new furnace for a family on Blaine Avenue in Piqua.

PIQUA Two local companies teamed up to bring warmth to a resident on Monday.

The Housing Enhancement League of Piqua (HELP) brought together Harmony Systems, Inc. and Morris Heating Cooling Comfort Systems to donate a furnace and its installation to a resident on Blaine Avenue. Harmony Systems donated the furnace, while Morris Heating Cooling Comfort Systems donated their time for the installation, which took place Monday morning. The total estimated cost for the furnace and installation was around $3,400.

Its a great help to me, said Ken Baker of Piqua, who received the donated furnace. Baker has been living in Piqua for 25 years, and his previous furnace was on its last leg.

It was in bad shape, Baker said.

Baker reached out to the city to see if HELP or the citys Community Home Investment Program (CHIP) funding, which they received through the states Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding, was able to help him keep the heat working in his home this winter.

One of the big purposes of HELP is a way to give back to the community, Development Program Manager Nikki Reese said. Reese explained that HELP then reached out to Harmony Systems and Morris Heating Cooling Comfort Systems to see if they were interested in working together to help Bakers situation.

This is the second year in a row both companies came together to donate a furnace to someone in need in Piqua.

We were presented the opportunity last year We thought, absolutely, Brad Penrod, operation supervisor of Morris Heating Cooling Comfort Systems said.

Penrod said that in addition to giving back to the community by donating their time, this also provided them with the opportunity to make the residents home safer by getting rid of one of the older furnace systems in exchange for a safer, newer model.

It was a no-brainer, Penrod said. Its great for the community. The fact that Harmony Systems stepped up and weve been able to help has been huge.

This is a donation from our employees, Cynamyn Clem, human resources manager of Harmony Systems said.

Each year the employees of Harmony Systems think of a Christmas project, and they decided to give the gift of heat to a resident in need this season.

Its great. We love to be able to give back to the Piqua community, Clem said.

Mike Ullery | Daily Call Volunteers from the Housing Enhancement League of Piqua, along with Piqua city officials and workers from Morris Heating and Cooling and Harmony Systems gather for a group photo as work nears completion on installation of a new furnace for a family on Blaine Avenue in Piqua.

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