Check out these 13 spring design tips on incorporating hot, colorful combos in your home!

1) Mix pastel colors (like Sherwin William’s Rosebay and Rookwood Clay) with a loud geometric pattern. Afraid of using bright colors in excess? Start in small rooms and spaces!

2) Going green is still popular this spring. The good news is you don’t have to paint green colors to be eco-friendly. Painting your room with Sherwin William’s Frank Blue makes saving the earth look good. From eco-friendly furniture to environmentally safe paint, your options are endless.

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3) Nothing says spring like Sherwin-Williams’ Springtime paint color. Toss some framed bird photos, flowers and pinecone pillows in the mix and you’ve captured the very essence of the season.

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4) Spring design is all about choosing crispy fresh colors that bring joy and brightness to your home. It’s out with the warm winter tones and in with the cheerful, bold palettes! Don’t be afraid to go outside of your normal comfort zone

5) Still not ready to splash a bold spring color on an entire wall of your home? Try pairing bright spring colors with classic black and white patterns.

Painting Children’s Rooms ~ Maverick

6) One of the simplest (and trendiest) ways to add vibrancy to a room is to stripe something. How simple, yet fun, is this striped ceiling?
7) Choosing jewel tones will bring richness to a drab room.
8) Floral patterns on a sky blue background are a modern twist on a classic design. Pick out your favorite floral, and then paint your room a complementary color. Nothing says springtime like flowers!

9) These apple green stripes in a bathroom are a fun, geometric way to liven up your home this spring.

10) Spanish-style cottage meets modern in this 1920s home, proof that bright colors can rejuvenate any space.
11) Though our preferred method of springing up your home is applying a fresh coat of paint, a classic white room can be brightened by color blocking with bold rugs, furniture and accessories.

12) Who knew citrus green and navy blue would make such a lovely pair? We love this casual dining area with its pop of color and organic air.

Citrus Green and Navy Blue

13) And the hottest new interior design trend this spring? Animal print. Try it out by adding printed accessories to a room of your home. Is there a better way to feel at one with nature?

Happy spring!
Here at Maverick Painting we know that when done well, a fresh coat of paint may not only transform your home – We’ll share ideas with you about adding color to your home and your life by simply applying a fresh coat of paint.
Visit our website for photos of Maverick Painting’s current projects for ideas and inspiration www.maverickpaintingsandiego.com

Even though the credit was reinstated early in 2013, it is retroactive for 2012 and applies to installations through December 31, 2013. The lifetime maximum credit is $500 dating back to 2006. The minimum efficiency ratings for qualification are listed below.

Qualifying HVAC Systems:

• Split Heat Pumps – 15.00 SEER/12.50 EER/8.50 HSPF or higher.
• Split Straight Air Conditioning systems – 16.00 SEER/13.00 EER or higher.
• Packaged Air Conditioning (including gas packs) 14.00 SEER/12.00 EER or higher.
• Packaged Heat Pump (including Dual Fuel) – 14.00 SEER/12.00 EER/8.00 HSPF or higher.

Qualifying Furnaces:

• Any gas furnace that meets or exceeds 95% AFUE rating.

Advanced Main Circulating Fans:

• Advanced main circulating fan in a natural gas, oil, or propane furnace that is less than or equal to 2% of total energy use.

To know whether your system qualifies, find your system’s model number and consult the manufacturer’s website. The manufacturer may have an online listing showing the models that qualify, or they may refer you a central reporting database of the Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute.

For more details concerning eligibility and credit amount, download IRS form 5695 (link to http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f5695.pdf) and/or consult your tax advisor.

For a quote on a new heating and cooling system that qualifies for the federal tax credit in Middle Tennessee, please call Temp Control LLC at 615-837-4449.

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Heating and cooling your home accounts for about half of your energy consumption. Most furnaces, heat pumps, or air conditioning units are out of sight in a crawl space, attic or outside of the home. Therefore, they are potentially out of mind when it comes to reducing the bottom line of electric bills. To help you regain control of your electric bill, here are some possible culprits to evaluate:

• Heating and air conditioning units that have not been properly maintained with regular cleanings and filter changes can be inefficient energy consumers. Servicing and cleaning your unit is just like changing the oil in your car! A certified HVAC technician will clean and check your system to ensure that it is running efficiently. Cleaning the system will help prolong the life expectancy of the system. You should also change your filter once a month. Clogged filters can slow down the airflow and potentially damage the heating and cooling system.

• If you have a heat pump unit, this type of heating system switches to auxiliary heat when temperatures dip in the middle of the winter. Auxiliary heat (also called emergency heat) is resistance heating which is more expensive than the normal heat pump mode. Electric bills will naturally be higher in the winter months when heat pumps are forced to switch to auxiliary heating. In the winter, consider lowering the set temperature on your thermostat to 68 or 69 degrees Fahrenheit (F) to reduce energy use.

• Heat pumps also use emergency heat if they have a problem that needs repair. This keeps the home comfortable while the homeowner awaits service. If you notice that your heat pump uses auxiliary heat above 50 degrees F outside, call your HVAC contractor for service. In Nashville, Tennessee, call Temp Control LLC at 615-837-4449.

• Whether your ductwork is in your attic or in your crawl space, you could be losing heated and cooled air through damaged and cracked ductwork. Ductwork is pieced together to make long runs that are needed to supply airflow to all rooms of your house. When the ductwork is put together it should be screwed and taped properly. Air leakage occurs when the seams are not sealed properly. An average home wastes about 10% of its heating and cooling costs through leaking ductwork leaking ductwork. Many people consider replacing an old, inefficient heating and cooling unit, but fail to consider the condition of the ductwork. If you have damaged or leaky ductwork and ignore the problem when you purchase a new unit, it’s like purchasing a Ferrari and trying to drive off the car lot with flat tires. You will not be going very far. You will ease the heating and cooling burden on your HVAC system by having your ductwork repaired and sealed. You may even extend the life of your unit!

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The solid surface of the heat exchanger is a sturdy barrier protecting the conditioned air from mixing with carbon monoxide. Certain types of stress can damage the heat exchanger ranging from a hairline crack to a large hole. As soon as the heat exchanger wall is perforated, carbon monoxide can seep into the home.

If you have a cracked heat exchanger it is IMPERATIVE that the system be turned off as well as the gas going to the unit! The system may still have heating capability, but will push carbon monoxide into the living space with every heating cycle. At any moment, the crack could rupture into a larger hole causing the flame to rollout of the heat exchanger and damage more components inside of the furnace.

There are several causes of heat exchanger cracks. A few reasons are lack of maintenance; improper ductwork size; uneven gas pressure and improper airflow or a complete airflow restriction. Once a crack forms, the heat exchanger or the entire furnace must be replaced.

Here are a few guidelines to reduce the likelihood of heat exchanger damage:

• Have your heating unit inspected annually and specifically request a visual inspection of the heat exchanger.
• Change the air filters regularly, at least once a month.
• Use mesh filters rather than pleated air filters. Mesh filters have less air resistance.
• Ask a HVAC professional (like Temp Control LLC in Nashville, TN) if the air return duct is sufficiently sized to allow adequate airflow back to the heating system.
• Also ask your HVAC professional if your ductwork system has any other design flaws that could affect the system since airflow restrictions are a common cause of heat exchanger damage.

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Phone: 678.965.0687

Pinon Painting LLC provides a comprehensive range of fully insured residential and commercial painting services.  Pinon Painting’s experienced, knowledgeable craftsmen are dedicated to total customer satisfaction and meeting your highest expectations.  Call us today to start your next painting project.  Take advantage of our interior painting, exterior painting, Prescott Valley faux painting, high pressure and gutter cleaning, deck and concrete staining and we also offer  painting maintenance programs.

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Trademark services is your #1 choice for electricians. Our professional  electricians provide quality work by making sure the job is done right the first time. We provide superior customer service with excellent communication throughout your entire electrical project. We stay up-to-date on all the latest advancements, code changes and technology in their field. We provide residential as well as commercial electrical services including knob and tube wiring, home generators, electrical wiring,  new construction, vacuum systems, Richmond surge protection and even pool lighting.

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Paintline is a full service interior & exterior Charlotte painting contractor.  We hire only skilled, specialized and professional painters and provide comprehensive training for all our employees. We are fully insured and work extensively with leading interior designers to develop original ideas for your next painting project. Services include residential interior and exterior painting, Belmont wood staining, Commercial Painting, green painting, decorative moulding, wallpaper removal and even pressure washing.

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316 Solomon St
Charlotte, NC 28216
Phone: 704-819-7493

Fresh Coat Painters of Denver is an experienced painter. Our company offers a wide range of painting services, and we approach every project with the highest level of quality craftsmanship.  With services such as Englewood residential interior and exterior painting, Commercial Painting, green painting, office painting, deck staining and wood finishing, wallpaper removal and even pressure washing.

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1550 Larimer Street, Suite 453
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Telephone: 303-578-3085

Wesco Systems Electrical Services performs electrical work for both residential and commercial customers throughout Houston, TX and the surrounding areas.  Please contact us for our various electrical services such as electrical repairs and troubleshooting, electrical safety inspections,appliance updates, smoke detectors, Full House Surge Protection, landscape lighting, low voltage and even Bellaire phone jacks and cable outlets.

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1416 North Main Street
Pearland, TX 77581
Phone: (281) 485-9304