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E. Smith wants to make sure your family is prepared for changing weather! We are well into spring and headed into hot, Georgia summers. With the changing temperatures thunderstorms become common during this time of the year. When the dark clouds roll in, it's important to stay alert as thunderstorms can produce intense lightning and quickly form tornados.

What should you look for?

·       Warm, humid temperatures, heavy rainfall and lightning all point to a thunderstorm.

·       If you can hear thunder, you’re close enough to be struck by lightning.

How can I stay safe?

·       If the weather is favorable for storms, stay inside.

·       If you’re outside and cannot get indoors, take shelter in your car.

·       Know the 30/30 Rule: go indoors if, after seeing lightning, you cannot count to 30 before hearing thunder. Stay indoors for 30 minutes after hearing the last clap of thunder.

·       Check your home for dead or rotted trees and remove them to avoid fallen trees during storms.

·       Listen to the radio or check a mobile app for weather updates.

·       Don’t forget about your pets! Doghouses can be struck by lightning and trees can fall, so consider keeping them safe inside.

What about my electronics in the home?

·       Unplug all appliances and electronics.

·       If appliances and electronics are plugged in, be sure to utilize surge protectors.

·       Use battery backups–these will allow electronics to continue running even during a blackout avoiding improper shutdowns.

Don’t miss these exciting shows this month playing at the Earl Smith Strand Theatre!

Make Time 4 Love – 5/11
Starring CBS Atlanta's Markina Brown, watch as Sierra McIntosh chooses whether or not to take a gamble on love.

National Lampoon’s Vacation – 5/24
Follow Clark Griswold (Chevy Chase) and family as he leads them on a cross-country drive to the Walley World theme park in California.

Brew With A View – 5/31
Meet with friends and enjoy a beverage from the Cobb Terrace!

For event details and ticket information visit earlsmithstrand.org.

E. Smith is a proud sponsor of The Earl Smith Strand Theatre.

Join the Cobb County Master Gardeners at the Eleventh Annual Through the Garden Gate Tour! This is your opportunity to explore seven private gardens and speak with the master designers to get inside gardening tips and expertise! You’ll also enjoy refreshments and the opportunity to visit vendors during the Plant Sale and Garden Faire.

When: May 11, 10:00am-5:00pm

Where: Cobb County Water Department (660 S. Cobb Drive, Marietta, GA 30060)

Price: $15 per person

E. Smith is a proud sponsor of the Through the Garden Gate Tour. For details and to purchase tickets visit www.cobbmastergardeners.com.

Take advantage of E. Smith’s Tune Up Special and be ready for Spring AND Summer.

For just $69.00 we will tune up one system and each additional system is just $50.00. Call us today – this special offer ends May 31, 2013!
Use promo code: SPWEB13

For full details and to get started visit esmithair.com/specials.

E. Smith Vice President and Cobb Master Gardener, Debbie Abernathy is sharing this photo from the CrossRoads Community Garden 2012 growing season.

"Our gardeners were planting and tending their plots ... this photo makes us eager for our 2013 planting day TOMORROW (April 20) after north Georgia's last frost date. Happy gardening :)" - Debbie

Judith in Cobb County got a great call yesterday from her E. Smith Service Technician, Robert. She won the $100.00 Target gift card in our drawing. Robert was glad to make her day with such great news! Thanks Judith, for updating your contact information for us and entering the contest...happy shopping! 

E. Smith is ready to draw our $100 Target gift card winner and it could be you! Will you be lucky enough to head out on a Target shopping spree?

Check back in–the winner will be announced on our blog and social media sites tomorrow afternoon!

E. Smith is a proud sponsor of The Earl Smith Strand Theatre! The Strand always has excitng events and performances on the horizion and April is no exception! Ragtime- The Musical, April 12th-28th is a must see! Purchase your tickets HERE!

Ragtime- The Musical "Skinny"
At the dawn of a new century, everything is changing… and anything is possible. Set in the volatile melting pot of turn-of-the-century New York, “Ragtime” weaves together three distinctly American tales — that of a stifled suburban mother, an inventive Jewish immigrant, and a daring young Harlem musician — united by their courage, compassion, and belief in the promise of the future. Their compelling stories intertwine to form a rich tapestry of hopes and dreams, struggles and triumphs, rhythm and rhyme–set to an epic, Tony Award-winning score by Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens.

Spring is in the air and for many of us that means runny noses, itchy eyes and all things allergies while spending time outside. When you escape into your home, how do you ensure that the particles outside won’t affect you inside?

Allergies are a response from the immune system after reacting to a substance in the environment, such as pollen or dust. Allergies are a common problem and can often be controlled.

It may be difficult keeping your home completely free of particles that affect indoor air quality, but there are steps that can decrease the amount present.

Implement a Few Changes in your Home
Start easy by changing the air filter, or better yet contact E. Smith to discuss enhanced media filters. Aside from allowing the HVAC system to run properly, clean air filters increase air quality allowing good air to circulate while reducing allergens. To be the most effective, put your system on continuous fan so the filters can remove the particles from the air 24 hours a day.

Need to Take an Extra Step?
Heating and air conditioning manufacturers, like Carrier, offer air-purifying systems. Carrier’s award-winning range of purifying systems kill bacteria, keep clean air flow and improve overall indoor air quality. Clean air in the home is important for comfort, quality of life and overall health. 

Don’t let allergies keep you down this spring. Click here for more information on indoor air quality!

E. Smith is a proud sponsor of Master Gardeners of Cobb County. Debbie Abernathy spearheads this relationship, as she is a Master Gardener herself and an active member of the MG group! Her "green thumb" is one of many in this great organization. Don't miss "Gardener's Night Out" this week! This is a monthly series of evening programs sponsored by Master Gardeners of Cobb County. This month, MG Donna Scott will be hosting a night focused on Ikebana arranging.

What: "Ikebana: Japanese Flower"
When: April 9th from 6:30-7:30pm
Where: South Cobb Regional Library

For more information about this event and other Master Gardeners events, visit their website, http://www.cobbmastergardeners.org/

E. Smith is a proud sponsor of 2013 Glover Park Concert Series! The free concerts offer a variety of musical styles, ideal to entertain family, friends and colleagues. The concerts are held the last Friday of each month April thru September. The line up is full of great entertainment and is sure to make for memorable nights at the square!

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Take advantage of E. Smith’s Tune Up Special and be ready for Spring AND Summer. For just $69.00 we will tune up one system and each additional system is just $50.00. Call us today – this special offer ends May 31, 2013 (single-family homes only, cannot be combined with other offers).

Use promo code: SPWEB13

Spring is here and we’re welcoming the breezy, warm air! E. Smith wants to give our readers a few green tips to keep in mind this spring. Implement them into your lifestyle and you can experience some BIG savings!

1. Set your air conditioning to run 1º warmer as the weather heats up – reduce carbon emissions while saving money and energy

2. Use rechargeable batteries

3. Wash your clothes in cold water when possible

4. Plant trees to shade your home, without blocking air conditioning units

5. Turn off lights and fans when you’re not in the room – turn off bathroom and kitchen ventilation fans within 20 minutes

Little Shop Of Horrors
March 22 - March 24, 2013 at The Earl Smith Strand Theatre

Don't miss your opportunity to see the classic “horror rock” musical, Little Shop Of Horrors, presented by Pebblebrook High School! Follow the story of a floral assistant who discovers an exotic plant with a curious thirst for blood and the ability to sing R&B! Click HERE for directions, tickets and more information.

E. Smith is a proud sponsor of The Strand. Don’t miss this exciting show!

E. Smith is honored to be rated as a "Best Pick" for home service companies in metro Atlanta! EBSCO Research has published their annual edition of a home services guide, Home Reports. The report highlights A-rated, “Best Pick”, home service companies in the Atlanta metro area. The featured companies represent over 40 different home service categories, including electricians, roofers, HVAC, and plumbers. Inclusion in Home Reports is exclusively through invitation.

Read the report for more details >> Home Report

E. Smith is a proud sponsor of Master Gardeners of Cobb County. Debbie Abernathy spearheads this relationship, as she is a Master Gardener herself and is an active member of the MG group! Her "green thumb" is one of many in this great organization. Tomorrow night, MG Joe Washington will be hosting a Gardener's Night Out. This is a monthly series of evening programs sponsored by Master Gardeners of Cobb County.


What: "Right Plant in the Right Place"
When: March 13 from 6:30pm-7:30pm
Where: Mountain View Regional Library

For more information about this event and other Master Gardeners events, visit their website, http://www.cobbmastergardeners.org/

The first day of spring is ahead, March 20, and that means it’s time for some spring cleaning! Say goodbye to disorganization, safety hazards and dirty rooms. We have a few items for you to check off of your spring cleaning list.

1. Check for and remove household hazards (debris, water leaks, blocked vents/registers, damaged appliance cords)
2. Check your safety equipment (make sure alarms are working–fire and carbon monoxide; review your household emergency plan; ensure fire extinguishers function properly)
3. Organize cleaning chemicals (flammable liquids should be stored in a cool, dry place; keep hazardous chemicals away from children & pets; make sure all chemical containers are sealed)
4. Clean the filter under your kitchen sink
5. Dust your home to ensure dirt & dander aren’t in the air (ceiling fan blades, bookshelves, blinds, etc.)
6. Reorganize appliance cords so you can easily unplug while not in use (this avoids vampire energy)
7. Take down your winter drapes and hang lighter drapes
8. Clean your chimney

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• Large, easy-to-push buttons
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• Models available with Remote Access for Internet or phone access
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• Controls ventilation
• Controls fan speed
• Monitors air quality products
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• Intuitive prompts
• System maintenance reminders
• Online tutorial

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Ratings

Control Level – 7/7

Programmability – 7/7

Ease of Use – 7/7

To learn more about the Carrier Infinity Control thermostat, contact the experts at E. Smith!