Ruud News 2008 Ruud Spring Sales Promotions Announced Fort Smith, AR - 5/5/2008 Ruud is offering special financing now through July 15. Energy Efficiency and HERS Ratings Fort Smith, AR - 4/25/2008 If you want to know how energy efficient your home is, you might consider getting a Home Energy Score Rating. Ruud Congratulates JR Jones on his Promotion to CEO; Welcomes Chris Peel to the Management Team Fort Smith, AR - 4/11/2008 Ruud is pleased to announce the promotion of JR Jones to the position of President and CEO. Remodeling? Think about Indoor Air Quality and Load Calculation Fort Smith, AR - 4/7/2008 If you are planning on remodeling your home, you will need to have a licensed Ruud dealer come to your home and perform a load calculation. Where Should a Programmable Thermostat Be Installed? Fort Smith, AR - 3/28/2008 Programmable thermostats are a great way for homeowners to save money on their energy bills. Never Be Left in the Dark with a SEREGEN Series Home Generator Fort Smith, AR - 3/20/2008 With a Ruud SEREGEN Series home generator, you'll never have to be worried about being left in the dark. Fix Ducts and Improve Indoor Air Quality Fort Smith, AR - 3/14/2008 Leaky ducts can make your air conditioning less efficient, and lead to dusty rooms and health problems. Prepare Your Home for Summer Fort Smith, AR - 2/29/2008 With summer right around the corner, now is the time to start preparing your air conditioning system the change of season. Ruud Helps Contractors with New Training Opportunities Catalog Fort Smith, AR - 2/22/2008 As a consumer, you want to be assured that you are receiving dependable and qualified service for all of your home comfort needs when you call a Ruud contractor. Reduce Utility Bills by Calculating Home Energy Use Fort Smith, AR - 2/15/2008 According to the U.S. Department of Energy, heating and cooling appliances account for more than 50 percent of home energy use in the average American household. Ruud Gives Consumers Peace of Mind with 10-Year Compressor Warranty Fort Smith, AR - 2/8/2008 In order to continue to safeguard your Ruud unit purchases, Ruud has increased its warranty coverage for the Ruud 13-SEER R-410A Residential Package products to a 10-year compressor warranty. Ruud Extends RCR Sponsorship Agreement Through 2009 Atlanta, GA - 2/2/2008 Ruud announced today the extension of its sponsorship agreement with Richard Childress Racing® (RCR) for the 2008 and 2009 Sprint Cup® seasons. Ruud Introduces New Products and Services at ACCA Trade Show Fort Smith, AR - 2/1/2008 Next week, Ruud will introduce new products and services for homeowners and contractors at the Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA). Ruud Introduces New 14-SEER R-410A Value Heat Pump Fort Smith, AR - 1/25/2008 Ruud is pleased to introduce the all-new Ruud 14-SEER Value Series® 14PJL Heat Pump. Congressional Bill Shapes New Industry Standards Fort Smith, AR - 1/18/2008 On Dec.19, President Bush signed the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007. Ruud Puts Your Home in Good Hands Fort Smith, AR - 1/11/2008 When it comes to comfort, it is important to find a reputable contractor who is not only experienced, but also is more than capable to tackle the task at hand. Resolve to go Green with Ruud in 2008 Fort Smith, AR - 1/4/2008 As you begin to make your New Years Resolutions for 2008, Ruud wants to remind you that “greening” your home is not only good for the environment, but can also save you money in the new year. Too Hot or Cold: Guide to Consistent Home Comfort Fort Smith, AR - 12/21/2007 On average, the actual temperatures in your home will vary about three degrees from room to room. Kwik Comfort Program Offers Saving Solutions Fort Smith, AR - 12/14/2007 Ruud is constantly looking for ways to help you improve the efficiency of the heating and cooling units in your home, while not breaking your wallet in the process. Energy Efficiency: Each Percent Counts Fort Smith, AR - 12/7/2007 With temperatures continuing to decline, it's important to know all the facts dealing with the overall heating efficiency of your furnace. Home Energy Audits: Putting Money in Your Pocket Fort Smith, AR - 11/30/2007 With both heating costs and environmental issues estimated to reach record highs this winter, it’s important that homeowners are educated on tips to not only save money, but conserve energy in the process. Does your Furnace need Replacing? Fort Smith, AR - 11/21/2007 If you are experiencing discomfort or high utility bills even after repairing or insulating ductwork in your home, it may be time to invest in another furnace. Stay Warm While Saving Energy Fort Smith, AR - 11/16/2007 According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, the average household spends approximately $1,300 per year on energy consumption with nearly half of that coming from winter heating expenses. Ruud Safeguards Your HVAC Products with Protection Plus™ Extended Warranty Coverage Fort Smith, AR - 11/9/2007 Whenever you purchase reliable Ruud equipment you can rest assured that it’s built to last. Benefit From Updated Ruud Reliable Top Contractor Programs Fort Smith, AR - 11/2/2007 Ruud regularly evaluates its full menu of contractor business support products, programs and services, and one of them is the Ruud Reliable Top Contractor program. Healthy IAQ for Peace of Mind Fort Smith, AR - 10/26/2007 According to the Environmental Protection Agency, five out of 10 Americans are unaware that poor indoor air quality is ranked among the top environmental risks to public health. Conserve Energy with Proper Duct Sealing Fort Smith, AR - 10/19/2007 According to the Environmental Protection Agency, poorly performing ducts can reduce your home comfort system’s energy efficiency by as much as 20 percent. Save Money with Ruud Programmable Thermostats Fort Smith, AR - 10/12/2007 According to the EERE (Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy), you can save as much as 10 percent a year on your heating and cooling bills by simply turning your thermostat back 10 to 15 percent for eight hours a day. The Ruud Tip Sheet to Winter Heating Fort Smith, AR - 10/5/2007 As temperatures begin to dwindle down, Ruud wants to make sure you're fully prepared for winter. Ruud Features Innovative Products at HVAC Comfortech 2007 Fort Smith, AR - 9/28/2007 Ruud will be showcasing many of their most reliable products during HVAC Comfortech 2007, a prominent trade show in the HVAC industry. Ruud Saves You Money with Reliable Partnerships Fort Smith, AR - 9/21/2007 Ruud is constantly seeking ways to help customers save money while protecting the environment at the same time. Ruud Introduces New 16-Seer Residential, Gas-Electronic Package Unit Fort Smith, AR - 9/14/2007 Ruud is pleased to introduce the all-new Ruud Ultra Series® RRRL-B gas-electric residential package unit. Steps to Maintaining Your Air Conditioning Unit Fort Smith, AR - 9/7/2007 According to the Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI), a properly maintained air conditioning unit should last between 12 and 15 years. How to Choose the Perfect Air Conditioning Unit for Your Home Fort Smith, AR - 8/31/2007 Everyone should be able to experience maximum comfortability within their own home. Hot Summer Could Mean Exceptionally Cold Winter? Fort Smith, AR - 8/24/2007 According to the 2007 Farmer’s Almanac, the exceptionally hot weather we’ve experienced over the last few weeks could be a precursor to one of the coldest winters in recent history. Four Months Left to Qualify for Tax Credit Fort Smith, AR - 8/17/2007 It’s not too late to save a little money through the U.S. Energy Policy. The Comfort Control System™: So Hot it’s Cool Fort Smith, AR - 8/10/2007 With temperatures across the country skyrocketing and showing no sign of decreasing any time soon, the last thing that you want to worry about is the reliability of your air conditioning unit. Ruud Announces Partnership with Equiguard to Enhance Protection Plus® Program Fort Smith, AR - 8/3/2007 Ruud recently announced it has an agreement with Equiguard® Inc., of Oak Brook, Ill., to significantly revamp its Protection Plus extended service agreement (ESA) program. Ruud Introduces 3-Stage Indoor Air Quality System Fort Smith, AR - 7/27/2007 EPA studies show that the air inside today’s homes can surprisingly be up to 100 times more polluted than the air found outdoors. Ruud Going Green and Cool with R-410A Refrigerant Fort Smith, AR - 7/27/2007 With natural gas prices soaring and the ozone depleting, the HVAC industry knows that it is important to conserve our resources. Ruud Awards Scholarships to Commendable High School Graduates Fort Smith, AR - 7/20/2007 Ruud today announced the recipients of the company's 2007 Scholarship Award. Build the Home of Your Dreams with Comfort and Efficiency Fort Smith, AR - 7/13/2007 Buying or building a new home can be complicated and costly. Fortunately, purchasing a Ruud condensing unit could be the easiest and most cost-effective decision you make. The Ruud Tip Sheet to Summer Cooling Fort Smith, AR - 7/13/2007 As summer temperatures continue to rise, it's important to begin looking at ways that allow you to stay cool during the long summer months Ruud Receives Advertising Achievement Award Fort Smith, AR - 6/25/2007 An advertisement introducing the Ruud Home Generator Systems was recently chosen to receive an Advertising Achievement Award from the Air Conditioning Heating & Refrigeration News, a prominent HVAC industry publication. Ruud Establishes Aggressive Policy to Protect Homeowners from Illegal Direct-To-Consumer Web Sites Fort Smith, AR - 3/6/2007 If you think you've found a great deal for a heating or cooling product on a direct-to-consumer web site, thoroughly check it out. Two Ruud Heating and Cooling Products Named Consumers Digest BEST BUYS Fort Smith, AR - 2/22/2007 Ruud has received prestigious Consumers Digest BEST BUY awards for two products from the company’s full line of reliable home comfort product family. Ruud Introduces Innovative Auxiliary Home Power Generator Systems Fort Smith, AR - 1/18/2007 The Replacement Parts Department introduces its new line of Ruud-branded standby power generators. Ruud Heating and Cooling Introduces 16-SEER Two-Stage Heat Pump with the New Comfort Control System™ Fort Smith, AR - 1/8/2007 Ruud recently introduced the new Ruud Ultra Series® UPRL-JEZ 16-SEER two-stage R-410A heat pump equipped with its industry-exclusive microprocessor-based Comfort Control System™ . Ruud Adds Horizontal Model to Award-Winning Line of Industry's Only Fully Modulating Gas Furnaces Fort Smith, AR - 12/1/2006 Ruud recently introduced the expansion of its patented fully modulating gas furnace product line. Ruud Heating and Cooling Introduces Complete Thermostat Line Fort Smith, AR - 11/10/2006 Ruud introduced an all-new line of Ruud thermostats designed to complement the complete family of award-winning and high-quality Ruud heating and cooling equipment. Ruud Debuts Electronic Comfort Control System™ in 13-SEER Condensing Units Fort Smith, AR - 11/1/2006 Ruud featured its new Ruud Achiever Series®13-SEER condensing units equipped with the all-new electronic Comfort Control System™at 2006 Comfortech. Ruud Wins Product Showcase Award at HVAC Comfortech 2006 Tradeshow Fort Smith, AR - 10/16/2006 Ruud announced today that its all-new Comfort Control System™ has received the prestigious HVAC Comfortech 2006 Product Showcase Award in the Diagnostics and Controls category. Ruud Introduces New Gas Furnaces That Qualifies for U.S. Federal Energy Tax Credit Fort Smith, AR - 6/2/2006 Ruud today introduced its new GRL model 90% gas furnace designed to give contractors additional business-building opportunities and homeowners lower energy consumption, utility bill relief, and a $150 federal tax credit. High Efficiency Air Conditioners Save Homeowners Money Fort Smith, AR - 5/29/2006 With rising energy costs and warmer weather upon us, knowing how to lower your utility bills is a must for every homeowner. Rely on Ruud to Improve the Indoor Air Quality of Your Home Ft. Smith, AR - 5/15/2006 The Ruud Air Conditioning Division understands that a key ingredient to a comfortable, healthy home is the quality of the air in your home. Ruud Debuts New 13-SEER Optimized Residential Package Units Fort Smith, AR - 5/9/2006 Ruud introduces its new lineup of Optimized 13-SEER Residential Package Products. Ruud Partners With ServiceMagic® to Link Ready-to-Buy Consumers With Top Contractors Via the Internet Fort Smith, AR - 4/12/2006 Internet search engines direct consumers requests for HVAC services to a Top Contractor listing located on ServiceMagic's Web site. Ruud Partners With ACCA to Expand Choices of Business Courses Available from Ruud Fort Smith, AR - 4/10/2006 The Training Network: Tools For Success adds ACCA “School of Business” courses to menu of technical, business, and sales training programs for today’s busy contractor. Ruud Introduces New Optimized 14-SEER Residential Package Family Fort Smith, AR - 4/5/2006 NEW high efficiency, residential package family qualifies for Energy Star label. Ruud Debuts New Optimized 13-SEER Resiential Package Family Unit With R-410-A Refrigerant Fort Smith, AR - 4/4/2006 NEW contractor-inspired residential package family unit features smooth-line, easy-access cabinets for reduced installation and service time. Indoor Air Quality Fort Smith, AR - 3/19/2006 Studies have shown indoor air environments can actually be much more polluted than those of the outdoors. Ruud Offers Protection You Can Count On Ft. Smith, AR - 3/13/2006 Ruud HVAC equipment is among the most technologically advanced and reliable in the industry. The Ruud Achiever Series® Super Quiet 80 With None of the Roar Fort Smith, AR - 3/3/2006 Most of us love the roar of a good crowd. But the sound of a noisy furnace turning on and off is one roar we can all do without. Ruud Improves Protection Plus Warranty Program Fort Smith, AR - 3/2/2006 The Protection Plus warranty is an extended service protection program for Ruud air conditioning and heating equipment that gives customers a longer warranty. More than 100 years ago, Edwin Ruud, a Norwegian mechanical engineer, came to America and developed the first successful automatic water heater. Fort Smith, AR - 3/1/2006 That early success marked the beginning of a tradition of innovation and value that led to the introduction of RUUD heating and air conditioning equipment in the 1950s.