Archive for September, 2010

Michael & Son Cares: A New Initiative

September 28, 2010
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In early September, Michael & Son Services learned of the Bane’s family struggle.  A hardworking family man born and raised in the Richmond area, a father of two and loving husband who has had multiple strokes in the past few years and was diagnosed with cancer.  This heartbreaking story further escalated when recently learning...
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Michael & Son "Noble Gesture" Featured on TV Newscast

September 10, 2010
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NBC12 TV in Richmond featured a story on Michael & Son as we donated a service check of plumbing, electric and heating systems to a family that was the focus of an “Acts of Kindness” report that aired earlier in the month on the station. View The Video!
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Homeowners Rush for Energy Tax Credits

September 8, 2010
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The federal energy tax credit ends of December 31, 2010.  Launched two years ago to promote the purchase of qualified Energy Star heating and air conditioning units, insulation, roofing, water heaters, windows and doors, the program offers a 30% tax credit up to $1,500 on qualified products.  Energy Star appliances can save up to...
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How To Seminar: Federal Tax Credits for New Heating and Cooling Systems

September 3, 2010
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Federal tax credits for residential energy efficiency are set to expire at the end of the year. Learn what heating and cooling systems qualify at a complementary how-to class at Michael & Son. This will be especially useful for the homeowner who is actively considering a system replacement by year-end and wants to benefit...
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Lost Art: Thank You Notes

September 1, 2010
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Lost Art: Thank You Notes

At Michael & Son, we like happy customers.  It’s what we strive for from the moment you call us to the time we complete your electric, plumbing or heating and cooling service.  It’s what we call the “Michael & Son Experience.”  And when a customer such as Ken Montville goes the extra step to...
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WVEC-TV Broadcast: Preparing for Severe Weather

September 1, 2010
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Click on link below to see the a recent TV appearance on “Dialogue” a WVEC-TV community affairs broadcast.  Michael & Son manager Joe Mummert (Hampton Roads, Richmond) discussed ways homeowners can help protect their property and belongings from severe weather.
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Hurricane Earl: Severe Weather Preparations

September 1, 2010
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Although Earl is not forecast to directly strike the Atlantic coast, the storm’s impact certainly will be felt in the Tidewater region (Norfolk, Hampton, Newport News, Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, Williamsburg) and along the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay (Annapolis, Edgewater, Mayo, Shady Side, Deal, Chesapeake Beach).   According to the National Hurricane Center and...
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