The repair services company with headquarters in Nashville, Tennessee has been closely monitoring the impact of COVID-19 and is doing everything possible to keep employees and customers safe.

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Nashville, TN -- (ReleaseWire) -- 05/05/2020 -- As soon as the Hiller company heard of the new coronavirus outbreak, they knew quick steps had to be taken to limit the threat. They put together a response plan, consisting of multiple measures to prevent the spread of the virus. By limiting physical contact between team members and with customers, having all those capable of working from home do so, implementing a stay at home policy for any employees with family members or themselves showing signs of illness, and sticking to strict cleaning processes, Hiller is doing its part to keep its community safe.

With all of these precautions, Hiller looks out for every member of the community as we all work to minimize health risks associated with COVID-19. As one of their core values, care is what drives Hiller in many regards. During this time of crisis, the company continues to care for its customers, employees, and vendors. This foundation of caring is what remains behind the decision to take these extra steps towards the goal of reducing the risk of infection in their community.

During these unique times, everyday needs for plumbing, heating, and cooling, and electrical services remain. The Hiller team, operating just a little bit differently under the implemented precautions, is still bringing great services to homes across their many different service location areas. Any urgent service need a customer has, they can find the solution with Hiller while staying safe and stopping the spread of COVID-19. The only thing Hiller asks of customers is to reschedule if anyone in the house is sick. The company believes that everyone must all work together right now.

"We are doing all we can to help keep you safe and healthy in all the weeks to come. We know that, together, we will get through this. America is resilient, strong, and knows how to come together in a crisis. We can get through this, as we have in the past if we just work together," said CEO Jimmy Hiller.

About HillerHiller provides residential and commercial service and repair throughout Tennessee, Southern Kentucky, and Northern Alabama.

Contact:Nick MartinMarketing Directorinfo@happyhiller.com1-844-694-4553

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Gates Industrial (NYSE:GTES) and Ingersoll-Rand (NYSE:IR) are both construction companies, but which is the superior stock? We will contrast the two companies based on the strength of their risk, earnings, analyst recommendations, dividends, valuation, institutional ownership and profitability.

Profitability

This table compares Gates Industrial and Ingersoll-Rands net margins, return on equity and return on assets.

This is a summary of recent ratings and recommmendations for Gates Industrial and Ingersoll-Rand, as reported by MarketBeat.com.

Gates Industrial presently has a consensus price target of $13.00, suggesting a potential upside of 112.07%. Ingersoll-Rand has a consensus price target of $118.00, suggesting a potential upside of 505.13%. Given Ingersoll-Rands stronger consensus rating and higher probable upside, analysts clearly believe Ingersoll-Rand is more favorable than Gates Industrial.

Risk and Volatility

Gates Industrial has a beta of 2.12, meaning that its stock price is 112% more volatile than the S&P 500. Comparatively, Ingersoll-Rand has a beta of 1.39, meaning that its stock price is 39% more volatile than the S&P 500.

Earnings and Valuation

This table compares Gates Industrial and Ingersoll-Rands top-line revenue, earnings per share and valuation.

Gates Industrial has higher revenue and earnings than Ingersoll-Rand. Gates Industrial is trading at a lower price-to-earnings ratio than Ingersoll-Rand, indicating that it is currently the more affordable of the two stocks.

Summary

Gates Industrial beats Ingersoll-Rand on 7 of the 12 factors compared between the two stocks.

About Gates Industrial

Gates Industrial Corporation PLC designs and manufactures power transmission equipment. Its products serves harsh and hazardous industries such as agriculture, construction, manufacturing and energy, to everyday consumer applications such as printers, power washers, automatic doors and vacuum cleaners and virtually every form of transportation.

About Ingersoll-Rand

Ingersoll-Rand Plc designs, manufactures, sells, and services industrial and commercial products. The company operates through Climate and Industrial segments. The Climate segment offers air conditioners, exchangers, and handlers; airside and terminal devices; auxiliary power units; chillers; coils and condensers; gensets; furnaces; heat pumps; home automation; humidifiers; hybrid and non-diesel transport refrigeration, and ice energy storage solutions; indoor air quality; industrial refrigeration; motor replacements; refrigerant reclamation; thermostats/controls; transport heater products; and water source heat pumps. It also provides building management; bus, rail, and multi-pipe hvac; control; container, cryogenic, diesel-powered, industrial, rail, self-powered truck, trailer, and vehicle-powered truck refrigeration; ductless; geothermal; package heating and cooling; temporary heating and cooling; and unitary systems, as well as aftermarket and OEM parts and supplies. In addition, this segment offers energy and facility management, installation and performance contracting, repair and maintenance, and rental services. The Industrial segment provides air treatment and separation, engine starting, ergonomic material handling, fluid handling, precision fastening, and mobile golf information systems; and airends, blowers, compressors, dryers, filters, golf vehicles, hoists, fluid power components, power tools, pumps, rough terrain vehicles, utility and low-speed vehicles, and winches, as well as aftermarket controls, parts, accessories, and consumables. It also provides aftermarket and OEM parts and supplies. The company markets and sells its products under the American Standard, ARO, Club Car, Nexia, Thermo King, and Trane brands through sales offices, distributors, and dealers in the United States; and through sales and service companies with a supporting chain of distributors worldwide. Ingersoll-Rand Plc was founded in 1871 and is headquartered in Swords, Ireland.

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DENVER, March 23, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, today, ANGI Homeservices (NASDAQ: ANGI) proposed a comprehensive plan to Congress which would enable the federal government to provide financial aid directly to the over 250,000 small businesses in ANGI Homeservices network which represents approximately 2 million employees at risk in this global crisis, and deem them essential workers. As part of the plan, the Company has announced to policy makers it is ready, willing and able to bring its nationwide infrastructure to bear in helping the government distribute financial relief to hundreds of thousands of home service professionals and businesses across the U.S. These professionals represent small businesses from every corner of our country, and ANGI Homeservices stands with them during the on-going crisis.

Home service professionals and their businesses are at risk but their survival is critical for ensuring that, as people remain in their homes, basic needs for electricity, plumbing, air conditioning and other essential services are met. The U.S. already suffers from a shortage of skilled tradespersons and a dramatic reduction in the millions of people who work in these industries would be catastrophic.

Right now, the backbone of our economy, the millions of local men and women who work to keep one of Americans largest investmentstheir homessafe and viable, are at risk of being left behind while large corporations seek bailouts, said Brandon Ridenour, CEO of ANGI Homeservices. We need the government to prioritize relief to these vital small businesses, the home service professionals, by deeming them essential. Like the larger corporations in the headlines, they too need access to capital to maintain their businesses and workforce through these unprecedented times. This is a crisis unlike anything we have ever seenwe stand ready to serve and encourage Congress to take bold and swift action to protect the future of this critical segment of U.S. businesses.

Plumbing and air conditioning is not a luxury. It is a necessity. The service we provide is critical for the health and safety of the community. Therefore, we must continue to find ways to conduct business, while also taking precautions to slow the spread of the virus, said Chris Cunningham, President, Service Plus Heating, Cooling and Plumbing, which has serviced Indianapolis, Indiana for the last 18 years.

ANGI Homeservices operates the largest platform and network of home service professionals in the U.S., facilitating over $18 billion in job revenue to over 250,000 home service professionals in 2019. Overwhelmingly, home service pros in ANGI Homeservices network are small businesses with over 75 percent employing five workers or less, and 90 percent employing less than 20 workers. In aggregate, those business collectively employ approximately 2 million Americans.

ANGI Homeservices is uniquely able to use its existing technology and mobile app to deliver cost-effective, secure communication and, with congressional support, facilitate government assistance directly to these small local businesses, nationwide, at scale TODAY.

Read ANGI Homeservices full letter to Congress HERE.

About ANGI HomeservicesANGI Homeservices Inc. (NASDAQ: ANGI) turns home improvement jobs imagined into jobs well-done. People throughout North America and Europe rely on us to book quality home service pros across 500 different categories, from repairing and remodeling to cleaning and landscaping. Over 250,000 service professionals find work through ANGI Homeservices and consumers turn to at least one of our brands to find a pro for more than 20 million projects each year. Weve established category-transforming products through brands such as HomeAdvisor, Angies List, Handy and Fixd Repair as well as international brands such as HomeStars, MyHammer, MyBuilder, Instapro, Travaux and Werkspot. Our marketplaces have enabled more than 150 million consumer-to-pro connections, meaningfully redefining how easily and effectively home pros are discovered and hired. The Company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

Contact:Mallory MicetichANGI Homeservices Corporate Communications(303) 963-8352 mallory.micetich@homeadvisor.com

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EZ Comfort Air Conditioning & Heating is now offering financing options for all customers seeking AC repair in The Woodlands, TX, and the surrounding areas.

The Woodlands, TX, March 05, 2020 --(PR.com)-- No two customers are the same, and they shouldnt be. Because of this, EZ Comfort Air Conditioning & Heating makes an effort to accommodate all different types of customers. For this reason, they are now offering financing opportunities for customers interested in AC repair in The Woodlands, TX, and the surrounding areas. They have partnered with Wells Fargo Financial National Bank in order to make this initiative possible, and they believe that it will help many customers get the help that they need. The goal is to provide options that allow for low monthly payments, good interest rates, and flexibility that can cater to many different customers. The goal is to provide vital services to customers who need them and to provide affordable ways to obtain them.

EZ Comfort Air Conditioning & Heating has been working with customers to find the different pain points they experience when dealing with an HVAC provider. They have spoken to different people in order to isolate major problems and offer solutions. One of the problems with repairs, especially emergency repairs, is that no one is ever ready for them, says Jonathan, resident of The Woodlands, TX. Because of this, no one can guarantee that they will have the cash to pay for repairs right when they need them, but the repairs still have to be done. Financing options are something that can definitely make this easier for some of us. EZ Comfort Air Conditioning & Heating takes all feedback to heart, and they have launched this initiative with the hopes of making repairs more accessible to customers all around the local community.

EZ Comfort Air Conditioning & Heating understands that repairs are things that no one truly plans for. In a perfect world, there would be no need for AC repair in The Woodlands, TX, and the surrounding areas because systems would never break down. But accidents happen, and customers need ways to cope when they do. Working with Wells Fargo Financial National Bank is a great way to keep services affordable and open to everyone looking for them. The team at EZ Comfort can work with any customer looking for financing to find the best short or long term payment plan for their specific needs.

EZ Comfort Air Conditioning & Heating is a certified HVAC organization that has been working with customers in greater Houston for over 12 years. They provide HVAC services such as installations, replacements, repairs, service, maintenance, and tune-ups for all heating and cooling systems, and they are known to be one of the best companies in the local area. Their technicians are all trained and certified to diagnose and solve issues, and they have a reputation for being punctual and thorough with all of their work. For any questions about this announcement or their services, EZ Comfort Air Conditioning & Heating can be reached at (832) 777-0136.

Contact Information:EZ Comfort Air Conditioning & HeatingCarlos Sandoval(832) 210-1476Contact via Emailhttps://www.ezcomfortac.com/

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Cardwell provides preventative maintenance, service, and installation of heating and cooling systems as well as indoor air quality needs. Their trained, licensed and fully vetted HVAC technicians will recommend the best options for the home or office.

Cherry Hill, New Jersey - March 9, 2020 - NJ HVAC Services by Cardwell is listening to homeowners in South Jersey and giving them what they want in a heating and Cooling service and Installation company. They are tired of jobs not being done correctly, over-priced repairs, warranty not covering their problems, small print exclusions and showing up to the property after waiting hours and missing work.

South Jersey residents need to know why they should trust NJ HVAC Services by Cardwell.

This Is Why People Trust Cardwell Above All Other HVAC Service Companies:

During a recent interview, a Cardwell spokesperson made these comments, We make sure to cover our customers repairs when the manufactures warrantee stops. Most HVAC Contractors will provide a 30-day warranty on labor and the manufactures 30-day warranty on parts with a repair.

Here at NJ HVAC Services by Cardwell, we are now covering our customers with repairs for: 365 days on both parts & labor for the replaced part. Up to 12 times longer than most South Jersey HVAC Companies. 12-month 0% financing on any repair over $400 with approval and same day Free 2nd opinion on condemned compressors & cracked heat exchangers.

NJ HVAC Services by Cardwell is committed to giving back to the community. They are involved in the following:

Customer Testimonials tell the story. Take a look at what Sue B., a Verified Customer, had to say, I had a great experience with Cardwell. My initial phone call was returned promptly and an appointment was scheduled that day when my AC stopped running. Brian came and explained everything and had my system up and running in no time. Would recommend giving Cardwell a call if you need service.

This is what Jeanie D., a Verified Customer, had to say, Bob Cardwell from Cardwell Heating & Air Conditioning is the Best! We had had a lot if issues with one of our units that Bob did not install. He was able to contact the manufacturer and get us a new unit for free. It was a lot of time and effort on his part and not his problem. Bob and his employees are always on time and courteous and professional. I would highly recommend Cardwell Heating and Air conditioning to everyone.

For complete information, visit: https://www.cardwellhvacnj.com/

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EVERETT The city of Everett compiled a list of building repairs that could cost more than $150 million to finish. The work includes improvements and upkeep to be conducted in the next 20 years, The Everett Herald reported.

Everett is responsible for cleaning, managing and repairing 143 buildings containing more than 1 million square feet of space used for general government, golf and transit operations.

The city paid more than $197,000 to Seattle-based firm MENG Analysis for the 1,800-page study. The study listed problems including cracked concrete, failing cooling and heating units and the need for a backup generator at a fire station.

The analysis ranked whether the repairs should be addressed as a priority, within six years or over the next two decades.

The majority of the repair costs, more than $130 million, would go toward general government buildings including city hall, the Everett Municipal Building and police precincts.

Buildings are not forever, Everett facility manager Jeff Harris said at a city council meeting last week. Its not a mountain or a rock structure. They are semi-permanent structures that need to be maintained over time.

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An HVAC system normally gets a little louder with age but the telltale signs that its time for a new one include a loud humming from the blower, the outside unit is making noise, the furnace makes groaning and banging sounds, and there is a noise before the air conditioning starts.

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When the old HVAC has been making loud noises for a while and seems to be running longer than normal, it may be time to replace it. Arne Johansen, co-owner at Air Rite, the Atascadero heater and air conditioning repair company, said, These two signs are only part of indications its time to replace the old HVAC system.

Johansen and his team have published the top signs that indicate it might be time to consider a new HVAC. The cost of a new system might cause homeowners and commercial property owners to postpone the expense for a few years. But, in the long run, the costs of repairs, higher energy bills, and other expenses are going to add up. A new system is going to offset those additional costs.

Any of the following signs indicate its time for a newer, technologically advanced model.

Regular maintenance and inspections can help to extend the life of any HVAC system, but the time does come when old faithful is just worn out. One advantage of regular inspections is that the technician can give you some options ahead of time. Unless there is an emergency failure requiring immediate replacement, some advance notice gives you time to do some budget planning for a new system.

The initial cost of a new system might seem like a lot, but when weighing the long-term cost of frequent repairs on a system that is failing against a new, advanced system that is going to provide years of performance it becomes apparent that a new system is an investment.

There is a wide range of choices for both residential and commercial HVAC. Seek the assistance of an experienced technical team that can help you determine the quality of air you need for home or business, the efficiency and power usage of the system, and the best comfort levels.

Air Rite has been serving Californias Central Coast for cooling and heating systems, residential and commercial needs, ventilation, refrigeration and restaurant equipment since 1983. The companys services include air conditioning and heater repair for Atascadero and all of San Luis Obispo County.

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A green university obviously also wants green greenhouses. For this reason, construction started on a one hundred percent electrical high containment research greenhouse on the campus of Wageningen University & Research at the start of 2019.

Right before Christmas, the greenhouse was fully glazed, so it is now time to furnish the inside of the greenhouse. A special job, seeing as all of the technology is located in the basement. One of the wishes of the researchers who wanted as little shadow as possible in the greenhouse, says Patrick Hollemans of Bosman Van Zaal, which after a tender was chosen to be the main contractor.

The first phase before the renovation of the greenhouse complex at Unifarm consists of four thousand square meters of greenhouse with 63 (!) compartments in it. These vary in size from 16 to 50 square meters.

Each of the compartments can be controlled individually in terms of climate, lighting (in anticipation of the latest developments in the field of LED lighting), and water. This is thanks to the use of their own heating, cooling, and under- and overpressure. However, this does require good isolation, because the compartments in the complex will be used for different types of research next to each other, and these research projects cannot interfere with each other.

The start of construction at the beginning of 2019

Basements The technology that does not need to be hung in the greenhouse has been kept outside of the cultivation space. Thanks to that, maintenance and repair can be conducted more easily, as well as the cleaning of the individual compartments. However, letting in natural light was the most important reason.

Two basement floors have been made as technical corridors underneath the concrete floor, Patrick explains. The three remaining corridors are accessible to the researchers and the students, and two of the corridors are technical corridors. The basements are closed off with metal gratings where the people above the basement can walk on.

View of the basements

A combination of glass types and coatingsBesides the basement the greenhouse is equipped with, the glass used is also notable. Due to the double glazing, the greenhouses, which also have a Heat Cold Storage Installation and a low-temperature network, is extra energy efficient.

Glass supplier Glasimport Greenhouses provided the glass. Jorn Hebels, account manager at the company located in the Dutch Westland, says how through cooperating with different glass manufacturers, the company was able to come up with a full proposal for the project.

For the inner faade, the choice was made to go for single tempered float glass of 6 mm thick. For the outer faade as well as the greenhouse cover, a 22 mm thick insulation glass with a high insulating value combined with high light transmissibility was chosen.

Thanks to the combination of LowE and Anti-reflex coatings with a low-iron glass, the light transmissibility is very high, says Jorn, while the double insulation glass also has a high insulating value which leads to a significant reduction in energy costs.

The special edge sealing of the glass is also sustainable, says Jorn. Its resistant against high levels of sunlight (UV radiation), temperature swings, humidity, and mechanical pressure.

Steel work underway

Highly efficient glass that can take a beating By using tempered glass both indoor and outdoor, the greenhouse, according to both Jorn and Ruud Geerlings of glass producer Scheuten Glas, is very safe for employees, plants, and the equipment inside.

Ruud, who delivered the insulation glass: This greenhouse cover technology is ready for the future in every way. The greenhouse horticulture is being inspected closely in terms of sustainability (energy use), safety, and light output to promote plant growth.

"The ultimate goal is to reach as high as possible efficiency with as little as possible energy (loss), all of which needs to be done in a safe way. This was a big success in the project, making it an excellent example for further developments in the field of sustainable greenhouse horticulture.

On Friday, the 7th of February, the symbolic highest point of the greenhouse was reached, and that had to be celebrated.

Celebration of the highest point at WUR

For more information:Bosman Van Zaalinfo@bosmanvanzaal.comwww.bosmanvanzaal.com

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Complete Heating and Cooling, a Largo, FL air conditioning repair company has launched air conditioner installation services in Pinellas County.

(Newswire.net -- February 27, 2020) -- Largo, FL -- Complete Heating and Cooling, a Largo, FL air conditioning repair company has launched air conditioner installation services in Pinellas County. The company installs, repairs, and maintains American and international brands of HVAC systems.

Largo, FL air conditioning repair company Complete Heating and Cooling announced the launch of HVAC and air conditioner installation services in the city. The heating and cooling specialists in Pinellas County installs all makes and models of air conditioners.

More information about Complete Heating and Cooling is available at https://www.completeairinc.com

The licensed HVAC contractor in Tampa Bay specializes in the installation and replacement of full air conditioning systems, ducting, and standalone AC units. Experienced heating and cooling system technicians at Complete Heating and Cooling are qualified and equipped to install all brands of air conditioning systems.

Complete Heating and Cooling is a preferred air conditioner installation company in Largo with expertise in AC retrofit jobs. The company is a dealership and installer for American and international brands including Bryant, Carrier, Goodman, Mitsubishi, LG Rheem, American Standard, and Amana.

The Largo home cooling and ventilation contractor also installs heat pumps, thermostats, and other climate control equipment for residential and commercial projects. Complete Heating and Cooling has its liveried vehicles equipped to handle small or large-scale installations, repairs, and maintenance.

Complete Heating and Cooling is a one-stop contractor for air conditioning inspections, scheduled maintenance, duct, and furnace repair. The company offers 24-hour emergency repairs across its service area.

According to a spokesperson for the Largo, FL HVAC installers, "Our reputation at Complete Heating & Cooling is built on accurate diagnosis, quality repairs, and expert installation. We serve our customers for the long run. We want to be the go-to guys for all your climate service needs in Pinellas County, and we are honoured to have an opportunity to prove ourselves to you."

Complete Heating and Cooling was founded in 2003 by Chris Christiansen and is a Class "A" Florida State contractor with more than 20 years of experience in Pinellas County. The company serves homes and businesses in the FL cities of Clearwater, Palm Harbor, St. Petersburg, Dunedin, Madeira Beach, and 34 other locations across the county.

For more information about reliable air conditioner installation in Largo, FL, call 727-545-3604 or visit the URL above.

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By the Experts at Pillar To Post Home Inspectors

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