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Month: December 2018

Cummings Plumbing Donates a Million Pennies

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 12/21/2018

Nary Vang, Sales & Marketing Manager
Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling
520-293-6900
naryv@cummingsplumbing.com

Cummings Donates a Million Pennies
Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling Donates a Million Pennies to Arizona’s Children Association
Tucson, AZ.: Arizona’s Children Association (ACA) is one of the largest organizations that provides support to children in need. From foster care and adoption services to family preservation and reunification, they help Arizona’s children through a variety of means. For the last 5 years, 95.9 KIIM-FM has hosted a penny pinch to help raise funds for the programs that the ACA offers. These funds stay in Tucson and go to help families in need during the Christmas season and after. This year, Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling challenged Tucson – penny for penny – to help raise one million pennies ($10,000). As of 8:30 am on December 21st, the goal of a million pennies had been reached and matched; a total of over two million one hundred thousand pennies had been received…and it’s not over yet!

“This is so exciting,” said Kevin Cummings, Owner of Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling. “When we were working with KIIM-FM on this, I was trying to come up with a way to get Tucson involved to help raise funds for this great cause; instead of just giving them the million pennies that they always try to raise every year. The penny for penny match seemed like an amazing idea. Historically, they’d always been able to raise a million pennies…but this time, with a match on the line, it meant that we could double that and do twice as much good…this made it all the more exciting. To present the check to the ACA this morning was such a wonderful feeling. It shows that Tucson really cares and it’s just a reminder of what an amazing community we live in. Whenever a challenge calls, we come together as a community to meet the challenge head on. That’s what I love about Tucson. So many kids are forgotten over the holidays that don’t have anything or anyone. I’m so glad that we were able to rally together to make something great happen for them.”

“This was so much fun,” said Elaine Lee, Office Manager of Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling. “When we heard about this penny pinch idea, we were so excited to become involved. Christmas is the season to give and there are so many people who are unintentionally forgotten because they fall through the cracks. It’s so nice that the ACA is there to help do so much for these kids and the families in need that reach out to them. It is our hope that the season of giving doesn’t just stop after December 25th but that the spirit of the season stays with everyone into the new year. These days, there are so many things that people can do to help pay it forward. I’m so glad that we were able to exceed the goal and help donate to such a wonderful cause. From all of us here at Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling, we wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!”

About Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling: Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling is proud to be one of the largest privately owned and locally operated plumbing and HVAC companies in Arizona. Initially out of New York, we opened our doors in Tucson in 1983 and have been proudly serving Arizona residents for the last 35 years. Our mission is “To be a trusted household name that spans generations by educating our customers and helping them make informed decisions.” As a 6th generation plumbing business, the professionals at Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling are equipped with a wealth of knowledge and experience that you can trust.

 

It’s Getting Cold Out There

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It’s Getting Cold Out There!

The wind is howling, you’ve broken out the coat and mittens, staying buried under blankets in the morning seems more and more appealing…it’s officially that time of year again! With the weather as nice as it is here in Arizona, it’s easy to forget about things like furnace and water heater maintenance. As much as we would like to pretend it’s sunny and beautiful year-round here in Tucson, we can’t deny that when it’s cold, it’s COLD. A broken water heater or furnace is definitely an inconvenience while the temperatures are low, but more importantly, it’s a safety issue. There can be severely dangerous outcomes of a water heater or furnace malfunctioning, so for that reason proper use and maintenance are key.

In our August 1st entry, we talked about how a water heater works and what could cause it to malfunction. For more the full article, click here. For now, here are the highlights of that entry:

A water heater is like a giant teapot. How quickly you have hot water is dependent on four factors:

1) The water temperature
2) The amount of water
3) How much heat is applied to the water
4) The type of heat being applied

These four factors work together in a delicate balance, and if knocked out of equilibrium, can lead to catastrophic incidents like a water heater explosion. Things that can knock these factors out of balance and thus cause a major incident are improper installation, lack of maintenance, and leaks and malfunctions. The sediment that builds in the bottom of your tank over time also is a major contributor to water heater issues. In order to avoid any accidents caused by malfunction, be sure to have a professional perform a safety check on your water heater and drain the sediment from it at least once a year. Additionally, water heaters should be replaced every 10 years, so if yours is older than that, it’s time to get a new one!

While making sure that your water heater is serviced seems just like one more thing to add to the never-ending list of chores that come with being a homeowner, the aftermath caused by 40 gallons of boiling water shooting in every direction is well worth avoiding. And, if your water heater is gas powered, having that safety inspection could help save you and your family from carbon monoxide poisoning due to any gas leaks.

We’ve gone over what can happen when things go wrong with a hot water heater but what about with a furnace? In the worst-case scenario, explosion or fire can result from fuel leaks or excessive heat buildup due to faulty or malfunctioning parts. If you have a gas furnace, like most people, carbon monoxide poisoning to you and your family can also happen if there are any gas leaks. These are some pretty serious risk factors here.

The way a furnace works is pretty simple. In a gas powered furnace, the air is warmed up inside the furnace by a pilot light and several burners that heat what’s called a heat exchanger. Basically, the heat exchanger is a chamber in which the air is heated to the temperature specified on the thermostat, and from there is blown through the vents of your home. The heat exchanger is only found in a gas furnace. With an electric furnace, however, the air is heated by a series of conductive coils.

While it all sounds pretty straight forward, furnaces have a lot of components that can break, and any diagnosis or repair should be conducted by professionals only. As with anything, regular maintenance can help keep your furnace running the best it can. Having a professional change your furnace’s filter monthly (unless otherwise specified by the manufacturer) and conduct a safety inspection annually can help keep you and your family safe from dangers like fires and explosions! Furnaces have a life expectancy of around 15 years, so be sure to replace it as needed!

When it comes to water heaters and furnaces, the old adage applies: an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure! Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling is committed to the safety of you and your family. Check out our winter special below, and as always, call today for a FREE plumbing safety inspection.

PHX: 480-500-1960 or TUS: 520-333-2121
On day one, our regular technician, Jordan, met the installers at our home to walk them through the project. These gentlemen were the utmost professionals. Installing a 5 ton HVAC system on the roof of a 67 year old home was not a quick job. They removed and hauled away the old equipment. They took their time, were SO courteous, and left my home in immaculate condition. When the job was finished they made sure that I understood how to work the Nest thermostat. Manny Sr., Manny Jr., Marcos, Fredo, Carlos, and Pedro ~ you gentlemen are the BEST! Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling has our loyalty and business for life!