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More “Kudos” to Independent
Service Companies…
Teri McCubbins, Knoxville TPSS:
“Hopkins Appliance in Raleigh, NC
consistently goes above and beyond in
taking care of our builders and ACD's
in the Raleigh market. Jim and his son
Greg take the time to turn a bad situation
into a positive experience for our
customers. Their knowledge, dependability
and professionalism makes our
customers feel they are getting individualized
treatment!
Resort Appliance in Bluffton, SC is
another great servicer. They not only
take care of their customers, but our
builders as well. Robby and Emily
never turn me down when asking for
help. They go out of their way to make
sure our customers are happy with a
service experience!”
Adrian Mateo, Benton Harbor
TPSS:
“Bragg's Appliance is extremely
helpful with taking care of the customers
ASAP and making the customer's
experience a good one. Also, they are
very proactive about getting things
done quickly, effectively and efficiently.”
Danielle Lay, Knoxville TPSS:
“Taylor's Appliance in Riverside
CA- This company is a self servicing
dealer; however, whenever I have an
appliance issue that no other company
can seem to fix, they are always willing
to help, even if they didn't sell the
unit. Eighty percent of the time I use
them, they end up saving a PEX!”
Green Maintenance
Today’s automobile is a complex machine
with more than 3,000 interactive parts.
Regular maintenance can help your vehicle
run longer, as well as reduce CO2
emissions. Typically, your owner’s manual will provide a
recommended service schedule to keep your vehicle operating
efficiently. According to the U.S. EPA, you can improve
your fuel economy by 1 percent to 2 percent by
using the manufacturer’s recommended grade of motor
oil.
Schedule Periodic Engine Tune-ups--typically, this
can improve gas mileage by an average of 4 percent.
Replace Air Filters Regularly. According to the U.S.
Department of Energy, replacing a clogged air filter can
increase your mileage by 10 percent. And, Check Your
Tire Pressure Monthly. The Department of Energy
estimates that 1.2 billion gallons of fuel were wasted in
2005, as a result of driving on under-inflated tires.
Check the Weather, then Check Your Tires. Tire
pressure changes an average of 1 PSI (pounds per square
inch) for every 10 degrees Fahrenheit change in air temperature.
Invest in a Tire Pressure Gauge. Tire pressure
monitoring systems will indicate when your tires are
under-inflated by 25 percent, but it is always advisable to
check your tires with a tire pressure gauge before you see
the warning light. Reduce Aerodynamic Drag. Wind
resistance can reduce mileage, so you can maximize your
mileage by removing luggage racks, roof-top carriers and
ski racks when they are not needed.
Tighten Your Gas Cap--As much as 30 gallons of gasoline
could be lost annually to evaporation when the fuel
cap is not fully tightened. Remove Excess Weight
from Your Vehicle. An extra 100 pounds in the truck or
car typically reduces mileage by about 2 percent. Finally,
Consider Purchasing Fuel-Efficient Tires.
Your tires can make a difference. “Lower rolling resistance”
tires are now available, and these tires can improve
mileage.
Source: www.EcoDrivingUSA.com
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