Tuesday, January 27, 2015

3 Things You Need to Know about New SEER Regulations in 2015  

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On Jan. 1, new Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) standards went into effect for split-system and single package units sold and installed in the United States. We’ve compiled a list of three things every contractor should know about the new regulations heading into 2015!

An enforcement plan is coming
Although the regional standards went into effect on Jan. 1, an official enforcement plan for the changes won’t be released until a later date. The Department of Energy (DOE) approved an enforcement proposal submitted by industry representatives on Dec. 1. The proposed plan will now face DOE changes and an opportunity for public comment. You can review the proposed plan here.

Now is the time to comply
Though an enforcement plan hasn’t been officially issued, now is the time to make necessary changes to comply with the new regional standards. For contractors in the Southeast, that means installing systems that have a SEER rating of 14 or higher. You may continue selling and installing 13 SEER products manufactured before Jan. 1, 2015 for another 18 months, a period that will expire on June 30, 2016. Any 13 SEER products manufactured after the Jan. 1, 2015 deadline is considered noncompliant and cannot be installed.

Detailed records are essential
To help with compliance, keep detailed records of every product and its manufacture and installation dates. The guidelines of what can be installed are very specific, so these records will help alleviate any potential confusion in the coming months while some older, lower SEER products can still be sold. This information can be kept in any form and will only be requested by the DOE in the event of an alleged violation.


Staying up-to-date on the new regulations and what it means for your business is key! Contact your local Comfort Supply sales representative with questions.

Monday, January 19, 2015

A Look Back at 2014  

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With a few weeks of 2015 under our belts, we'd like to take a moment to thank each of you for an outstanding 2014. Each year we look forward to helping you best serve your customers by providing leading brands, superior stock and expert service. Lucky for us, you make it easy.

Let's take a look at last year's biggest highlights.

PROSTOCK Store Locations: We opened our Franklin branch in December at 1725 Columbia Avenue. Our fourth PROSTOCK location, the new store offers premium parts and supplies for residential and commercial contractors in the Franklin area.


Online Store Goes Mobile: Our online store has been a big hit since it launched in 2013, and since many of you travel from job to job, we wanted to give you a quick and reliable way to order supplies when you’re in the field. Our new mobile platform allows you to do just that—search the entire Comfort Supply inventory from your tablet or mobile phone, save items and make your purchase in just a few clicks.

New Partnership with Samsung: We began distribution of Samsung’s mini-split systems and now carry the full line, as well as parts and accessories. Known for its modern and sophisticated designs, Samsung provides homeowners with energy efficient and comfort-focused design.


Incentive Trip: For our 2015 travel incentive program, we’re sending our winners to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic April 15-19, 2015. If you can’t attend the trip this year, make it a priority to qualify for next year’s trip. Details to come soon.


Commercial HVAC Department: Last year, we created a new department dedicated to the commercial HVAC market. We’ve always carried commercial products, but now, with a dedicated commercial team, we’re able to provide you with quicker turnaround on project quotes, in-stock equipment for replacement or retrofit jobs, expert knowledge of equipment alternates and, as always, great products.


Warranty Program: Our partnership with JB & Associates allows us to offer you more options for protection plans and extended warranties. Eligible plans cover traditional HVAC, geothermal, mini-split and PTAC systems as well as other HVAC and plumbing related items.

Thursday, January 15, 2015

Purchase Honeywell Thermostats and Earn Rewards!  

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Now through Feb. 6, you can purchase select Honeywell Connected Thermostats and earn a Wal-Mart or Target gift card!

Qualifying products for this limited time promotion are listed below. To be eligible for any gift cards, purchases must be made through a current account and meet the minimum quantity requirement. For example, contractors purchasing the VisionPRO 8000 with RedLINK must purchase a minimum of three to receive a $10 gift card.

Qualifying products include:

TH6320WF1005 FOCUSPRO 6000 WIFI
Minimum Quantity: 3
Gift Card Amount: $10



TH8320R1003 VISIONPRO 8000 REDLINK or TH8321R1001
Minimum Quantity: 2
Gift Card Amount: $10
Buy Now



TH8320WF1029 VISIONPRO 8000 WIFI 
Minimum Quantity: 2
Gift Card Amount: $10
Buy Now 


TH9320WF5003 PRESTIGE 9000 WIFI
Minimum Quantity: 2
Gift Card Amount: $15


YTHX9421R5085WW Prestige Kit 
Minimum Quantity: 2
Gift Card Amount: $15

Hurry! This promotion ends Feb. 6 or until gift card supplies run out! For more information, visit the Comfort Supply website or contact your local Comfort Supply dealer.

Wednesday, December 31, 2014

Comfort Supply's Franklin Branch is Now Open  

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We're thrilled to announce that our Franklin store, located at 1725 Columbia Ave., is now open! 

As with our other PROSTOCK stores (Nashville and Knoxville), our Franklin store offers superior stock consistency, including a wide selection of quality OEM replacement parts and aftermarket parts and supplies.


It's our goal to make your lives easier, which is why we've designed the Franklin store around our new showroom layout. With this new design and our experienced team of customer service specialists, we are well equipped to offer premium parts and supplies for residential and commercial contractors in the Franklin area. We look forward to serving you. Stop in today and say hello.

Get to know the folks behind our Franklin store, J.J. King and Mark White. Click here.

Tuesday, December 23, 2014

Buy HVAC Products Online from Comfort Supply  

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1. Register for an account. 
Simply visit www.orders.comforttn.com or click the online store tab on our website.

2. View products by category or vendor.  
Our categories make it easier for you to get what you want quickly.

3. Use keywords.  
Not sure the exact model you need? Having a hard time finding it? Want to compare products? Just type a description of what you are looking for into the search bar you'll find on every page.

4. Make your purchase. 
Our database is kept up-to-date so you can search our entire inventory for the products you need and view availability by store.
  • Add the products and parts you need to your online shopping cart.
  • Apply any promo codes to your order before checking out.
  • Click the checkout button when you're ready to complete your order.
  • Pick your order up from the store or we'll gladly ship or deliver the order directly to you. Note: Your pickup location is based on your account information in our system.

5. Save items to purchase later. 
Add items to your cart and safe them as "a job." You can access, edit and purchase items from your saved jobs at another time.

6. Go green with our digital account management capabilities. 
You can view your previous invoices, statements and payments.

Review a full list of our inventory, check prices and order parts on the go. 
Visit us from your mobile phone or tablet at orders.comforttn.com/mobile/.

Click here to download the brochure.

Tuesday, November 25, 2014

From Clay Blevins: Announcing the Opening of our Franklin Store  

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We're excited to announce that our newest location in Franklin will open Dec. 22, 2014 at 1725 Columbia Ave. As with all of our locations, customer service will be the main focus at the Franklin store. A contemporary showroom will offer a one-on-one shopping experience.
 
Franklin natives and cousins J.J. King and Mark White will lead the new store as dealer consultant and branch manager, respectively. Both have been with Comfort Supply since 2008. As members of the historic King family, which founded Kingfield, Tennessee in 1846, the cousins bring a set of familiar faces, as well as home-grown work ethics, to the new store.

I’ve always admired the Kings as strong-willed, hard working people who would do anything for you – and I am honored that two members of this proud family are running our newest operation. 

Mark White
J.J. King













With our new showroom design and our experienced team of customer service specialists, we are well equipped to offer premium parts and supplies for residential and commercial contractors in the Franklin area.

We look forward to joining the Franklin community and hope to see you out at the new space. Stay tuned for information about our grand opening.

Monday, November 24, 2014

Holiday Hours for Comfort Supply  

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Mark Your Calendar!

As we near the near year, we’ll be closed for a few days within the next couple of months. The following closures apply to all Comfort Supply locations unless otherwise noted:

November
  • November 27 — All branches CLOSED for Thanksgiving.
  • November 28 — All branches CLOSED for Thanksgiving. 
  • November 29 — Nashville OPEN.

December
  • December 5 and 6 — All branches CLOSED for inventory.
  • December 25 and 26 — All branches CLOSED for Christmas.

January
  •  January 1 — All branches CLOSED New Year's day.

Happy holidays from all of us at Comfort Supply!

Photo credit: Brenda-Starr via photopin cc

Monday, November 10, 2014

Congratulations to Our 2014 Chili Cook-off Winners  

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The results from our Oct. 31 annual chili cook-off are in and the winners are:

Best: JJ King       
Hottest: Jim Barber

A big thanks goes out to everyone who participated, especially our great contractors. Without you, none of this would be possible! We hope you enjoyed yourselves and will come back next year.

Take a look at photos from this year’s event. (Like us on Facebook to see more photos.)

 
Samantha Smith, Billy Jobe and Josie Slattery (Comfort Supply)

David Franz (Comfort Supply)

Bryan Evans (Hiller) voting for his favorite chili  




Tuesday, October 28, 2014

Join Us Oct. 31 for our Annual Chili Cook-off  

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Join us Friday, Oct. 31 at our Nashville branch location as Comfort Supply team members go head-to-head creating their own take on fall’s favorite recipe: chili.

Come on out and help us pick this year’s chili cook-off winner.

When
Friday, October 31, 2014
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where
Comfort Supply Nashville
305 Arlington Avenue
Nashville, TN
(615) 244-0920

All contractors are welcome. We hope to see you there!


Friday, October 24, 2014

From Clay Blevins... Introducing Our NEW Commercial HVAC Department  

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Have you heard the news? We recently created a new department dedicated to the commercial HVAC market.

We’ve always carried commercial products, but now, with a dedicated commercial team, we’re able to provide you with quicker turnaround on project quotes, in-stock equipment for replacement or retrofit jobs, expert knowledge of equipment alternates and, as always, great products.

Bill Baushke and Don Chubb, commercial business development manager and inside commercial salesman, respectively, will lead the new commercial department from our Nashville branch. The department will service all commercial projects near our six locations: Nashville, Cookeville, Clarksville, Franklin, Murfreesboro and Knoxville.

Tennessee is booming right now—in fact, it was recently named the 2013 state of the year for economic development by Business Facilities magazine. More companies are expanding and relocating here, so commercial HVAC products are in high demand. We’ve had a good few years and we’re set to do even better this year—we’ve already sold 30 percent more commercial equipment than we did in 2013.

For more information about our commercial department, contact Bill Baushke at 615-244-0920.