Issue #24 | December 10, 2024 | Read on Web
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Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays!
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| Welcome to our final Bulletin of 2024! It’s truly incredible how fast the year goes.
Huge thanks to everyone who voted in last month’s customer poll to help us determine December’s animated gif! If you have any great animated gif ideas, we can add to the polling for next year. Click hear to share them with us.
We also wanted to take a moment to express our gratitude to you for being a valued customer and reader. Your continued support, feedback, and enthusiasm inspire us to make each edition of Bill’s Bulletin better than the last! If you’re new here, welcome aboard!
Lastly, as we wrap up 2024, we want to take a moment to spotlight an incredible local nonprofit making a difference in our community.
Sharing resources and stories that uplift our neighbors is a small way we can all stay connected and inspired during the holiday season. We hope you’ll find this month’s feature as meaningful as we do. |
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Heating Showdown: Boiler vs Furnace
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December 2024
Read time: 4 Minutes
Ladies and gentlemen welcome to the ultimate heavyweight showdown in home heating! In one corner, we have the reigning champion of cozy, consistent warmth— the Boiler/Hydronic System. In the opposite corner, the crowd favorite known for its quick punches of heat—the Forced-Air Furnace System.
Requested by our reader Dan J. we’re bring you a bout that’s sure to be more thrilling than the recent Jake Paul and Mike Tyson fight!
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⚡ Whole-Home Generator FAQ ⚡
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Are you or someone you know a caregiver?
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The Right Relief Inc. is a Southeastern Wisconsin nonprofit supporting unpaid caregivers, especially during the stressful holiday season. Being an unpaid caregiver is challenging year-round, but the holidays can make it even harder. The Right Relief delivers home-cooked meals (“belly hugs”) to give caregivers a much-needed break.
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Meals are free thanks to generous donors, and their mission includes providing 54,750 “Doses of Relief” by 2034—ranging from meals and gas cards for medical travel to self-care certificates for massages or movies. They welcome caregiver referrals, volunteers, and donations. Learn more about this wonderful nonprofit by visiting their website today!
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Stay Cozy & Connected: ‘Tis the Season for Essential Tips
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Upgrade Your Holiday Light Game with a Light Socket Adapter
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Light socket adapters let you create a power outlet using your existing outdoor light fixture. Simply screw the adapter into the fixture in place of the light bulb, then screw the bulb into the adapter.
When you hit the switch for your outdoor lights, your Christmas lights will turn on as well!
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Pewaukee’s Country Christmas
at the Ingleside Hotel
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When: Now through January 1, 2025
Where: 2810 Golf Road Pewaukee, WI
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East Troy Light Show on the Square
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When: All December long
Where: 2888 Main St. East Troy, WI
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Milwaukee County Zoo Wild Lights
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When: Almost all December long
(closed Dec. 2, 9, 16, 24, and 25)
Where: The Milwaukee County Zoo
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Candy Cane Lane in West Allis
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When: November 29 – December 25
Where: 96th Street to 92nd Street, Montana Avenue to Oklahoma Avenue
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Hey!
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 for reading! We hope you and your loved ones have a Merry Christmas and a happy holiday!
Do you and your family prefer a live Christmas tree?
Consider these tips when picking out your tree!
Trunk Test
Start by inspecting the trunk of the tree. It should feel slightly sticky with sap, which is a good indicator of freshness. A dry or brittle trunk may signal that the tree has been cut for a while and won’t last as long.
Check the Needles
The condition of the needles is a strong indicator of a tree’s freshness. Bend a needle in half—fir tree needles should snap cleanly, while pine needles should bend without breaking. Gently grab a branch and pull your hand toward you; fresh needles will stay intact.
You can also tap the cut end of the trunk on the ground—if only a few needles fall off, the tree is fine. However, avoid trees with stiff, brittle needles that easily shed or appear dull gray-green instead of vibrant green.
Assess the Tree’s Color
A fresh tree will have a rich, vibrant green color. Some types of trees can turn dull gray-green if they’ve dried out. Err on the side of caution by choosing a tree that looks lush and green to ensure it lasts longer.
Shape and Fullness Check
Look for a tree with a full, symmetrical shape. It doesn’t have to be perfect, especially if it is placed in a corner, but dense branches and an even shape will give it a great appearance. Ideally, you shouldn’t be able to see the tree’s trunk through its branches.
-Bill Brink, Owner
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Kettle Moraine Heating
& Air Conditioning, LLC
W325 S1767 Mickle Rd
Delafield, WI 53018
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