Issue #20 | August 13, 2024 | Read on Web
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Issue #20 | 08/13/2024 | Read on Web
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Welcome to our August Bulletin!
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Did you know the highest recorded temperature in WI was 114°F, in the Wisconsin Dells on 07/13/1936? Keep in mind this did not include the heat index!
Surprisingly, one of the highest heat indices ever recorded in the entire US occurred in Appleton, WI on July 13th of 1995. On this sweltering day, the temperature reached 101°F with a dew point of 90°F, resulting in a heat index of 149°F! 🥵 Yikes!!
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Hey John & welcome to our August Bulletin!
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Did you know the highest recorded temperature in WI was 114°F, in the Wisconsin Dells on 07/13/1936? Keep in mind this did not include the heat index!
Surprisingly, one of the highest heat indices ever recorded in the entire US occurred in Appleton, WI on July 13th of 1995. On this sweltering day, the temperature reached 101°F with a dew point of 90°F, resulting in a heat index of 149°F! 🥵 Yikes!!
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Raise a Glass to Water Quality
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August 2024
Read time: 3 Minutes
Is there anything quite as refreshing as a cold glass of water after a day in the sun on an August afternoon? August is the perfect time to appreciate and protect one of our most precious resources. Why? Because it’s National Water Quality Month!
The importance of clean water goes beyond hydrating, washing dishes, doing laundry, and showering. It’s essential for our health, our environment, and even our economy…
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Raise a Glass to Water Quality
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August 2024
Read time: 3 Minutes
Is there anything quite as refreshing as a cold glass of water after a day in the sun on an August afternoon? August is the perfect time to appreciate and protect one of our most precious resources. Why? Because it’s National Water Quality Month!
The importance of clean water goes beyond hydrating, washing dishes, doing laundry, and showering. It’s essential for our health, our environment, and even our economy…
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Dogs Might be Man’s Best Friend, but They’re Certainly Not Your Air Conditioner’s.
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Dogs Might be Man’s Best Friend, but They’re Not Your Air Conditioner’s.
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It may seem harmless if your dog happens to tinkle on your air conditioner, but allowing your dog to frequently go on your outside condenser can cause serious damage.
The acids in a dog’s urine can eat away at the condenser fins, leading to corrosion and exposing the refrigerant lines.
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It may seem harmless if your dog happens to tinkle on your air conditioner, but allowing your dog to frequently go on your outside condenser can cause serious damage.
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The acids in a dog’s urine can eat away at the condenser fins, leading to corrosion and exposing the refrigerant lines.
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This can result in reduced efficiency, costly repairs, or even complete AC failure.
Consider placing a protective barrier like a short fence around the unit or training your furry friend to go elsewhere.
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This can result in reduced efficiency, costly repairs, or even complete AC failure.
Consider placing a protective barrier like a short fence around the unit or training your furry friend to go elsewhere.
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Imagine you are in the market for a new home.
Would you buy a home without air conditioning?
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Imagine you are in the market for a new home.
Would you buy a home without air conditioning?
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Our New Online Interactive Home is Live!
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Select the tab you want to explore, then hover over and click on the items to see all the services and products we offer at Kettle Moraine.
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Our New Online Interactive Home is Live!
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Select the tab you want to explore, then hover over and click on the items to see all the services and products we offer at Kettle Moraine.
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Prevent Debris Build-Up Over Winter
Summer storms often deposit leaves, dirt, and other debris into the AC unit. Cleaning your unit later in the summer ensures this debris is cleared out before it has a chance to sit, accumulate, and become encrusted over the fall, winter, and spring.
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Protection Against Cottonwood Trees
Cottonwood seed dispersal typically occurs between late May and July. If your AC is cleaned before this period, the unit could quickly become clogged with cottonwood seeds and catkins, reducing efficiency and potentially causing damage.
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Increased Defense from Pollen Season
Much like the cottonwood example, late spring and early summer are high times for pollen. Waiting until mid to late summer can help ensure that the AC unit isn’t immediately clogged with pollen and debris after a tune-up has been completed. Thus, providing a more thorough and lasting cleaning.
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Prevent Debris Build-Up Over Winter
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Summer storms often deposit leaves, dirt, and other debris into the AC unit. Cleaning your unit later in the summer ensures this debris is cleared out before it has a chance to sit, accumulate, and become encrusted over the fall, winter, and spring. This proactive cleaning helps prevent severe clogging and maintains your AC unit’s efficiency and performance.
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Protection Against Cottonwood Trees
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Cottonwood seed dispersal typically occurs between late May and July. If your AC is cleaned before this period, the unit could quickly become clogged with cottonwood seeds and catkins, reducing efficiency and potentially causing damage.
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Increased Defense from Pollen Season
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Much like the cottonwood example, late spring and early summer are high times for pollen. Waiting until mid to late summer can help ensure that the AC unit isn’t immediately clogged with pollen and debris after a tune-up has been completed. Thus, providing a more thorough and lasting cleaning.
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Performance & Efficiency When it Matters Most
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Cleaning and tuning up the AC unit mid-summer can help ensure it runs efficiently during the hottest months (July and August), when it is needed most. This can result in better performance and lower energy bills during peak usage.
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Performance and Efficiency When it Matters Most
Cleaning and tuning up the AC unit mid-summer can help ensure it runs efficiently during the hottest months (July and August), when it is needed most. This can result in better performance and lower energy bills during peak usage.
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Is there anything you would like to see from us?
We’ll do our best to answer your questions and feature the most popular requests in our next issues!
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Hey John,
Is there anything you would like to see from us?
We’ll do our best to answer your questions and feature the most popular requests in our next issues!
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Thank you so much for reading!
As we wrap up the second hottest month of the year, remember to store any paint, oil, gas, propane, or other flammable materials properly.
Rags soaked with these solvents can pose a significant fire risk if not handled correctly. Never store them in a confined space while still wet. Instead, ensure they are completely dry and follow proper disposal methods.
Your safety is our priority!
-Bill Brink, Owner
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Thank you so much for reading!
As we wrap up the second hottest month of the year, remember to store any paint, oil, gas, propane, or other flammable materials properly.
Rags soaked with these solvents can pose a significant fire risk if not handled correctly. Never store them in a confined space while still wet. Instead, ensure they are completely dry and follow proper disposal methods.
Your safety is our priority!
-Bill Brink, Owner
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Kettle Moraine Heating
& Air Conditioning, LLC
W325 S1767 Mickle Rd
Delafield, WI 53018
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Kettle Moraine Heating
& Air Conditioning, LLC
W325 S1767 Mickle Rd
Delafield, WI 53018
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