When it comes to fixing your AC during South Louisiana summers, you do not think much about just dialing the first number that you come across, after all your main objective is finding a company that can service you in a hurry. Doing so sounds fine at the moment, but the services you get are often unreliable in this manner. Of course, there are many air conditioning contractors out there who claim to do the best job, but only a few are actually skilled in the profession. Some less reputable companies may even take advantage of you during your time of desperation. Therefore, it is always better to have one company that you know and trust that you can count on during this time of need. Better yet, you should have one company that maintains both your heating and air conditioning units year round to help circumvent many of the problems that may occur without regularly scheduled maintenance. Fortunately, a homeowner living in Baton Rouge or the surrounding areas can call a true HVAC professional, Sam Roy.

Sam Roy, owner of Southern Man A/C & Heating is an expert on most A/C and Heating units. This Southern Man has been serving the Greater Baton Rouge area installing, servicing and repairing both residential and commercial units for the past thirty years. There is absolutely no substitute for experience in the field; Sam has built a tremendous local business with an impeccable reputation for service and expertise. Service is everything when it comes to your home’s air conditioning unit, it is paramount here in South Louisiana that you have you’re A/C unit working in tip top condition. They have even won the “Gold Dealer Award” from Rheem, one of the most respected manufactures in the industry. All Rheem products meet and exceed rigorous industry standards for quality and reliability. From raw material delivery to finished product assembly, each phase in the manufacturing process is effectively overseen to ensure the highest quality in all of their products. Rheem products are frequently tested and certified by various government and third-party testing labs to ensure the highest quality standards.

“In order to be able to offer our customers the very best service you first have to offer the very finest products in the industry that’s why we sell Rheem and Amana. We will of course work on and service most brands and manufacturers, but when it comes to our recommendation it is always Rheem and Amana. Amana is a name that is synonymous with quality. Most folks however when they hear the name Amana think of stoves, refrigerators and microwaves which is really where the company has the better part of its history, but along with Rheem, Amana also produces the very best quality A/C equipment in the industry,” says Sam.

Southern Man Heating & Air Conditioning is a family owned and operated business serving the Greater Baton Rouge area since 1981. They specialize in Residential and Commercial HVAC Systems providing expertise in technology, efficiency, and zoning. They are licensed, bonded and have the knowledge and expertise to get the job done efficiently and correctly the first time, every time.“We believe in honesty and integrity and that is how we have managed to enjoy the level of success we have had for so long. Our promise and commitment to all of our customers is that they will always be treated honestly and fairly and receive the very highest quality work backed by the very best manufacture warranties on equipment combined with our guarantee on our workmanship," adds Sam.

From installs, to sales; heat pumps, to furnaces, Southern Man is equipped to handle all your Commercial and Residential, heating and cooling needs.

Commercial
Whether your commercial facility is an Office Building, Retail Business or Restaurant, your HVAC Equipment requires periodic maintenance to help insure that it runs at optimum efficiency and to prevent untimely equipment failures that can result in costly down time and loss of revenue.
Residential
Your home is a finely tuned system that needs to be maintained regularly. To do that Southern Man is proud to offers these residential services:

Sam Roy is your local consumer advocate and here are some of his tips and advice to save you money and keep your unit running efficiently:

Early fall and early spring are the ideal times for you to have your heating system inspected. While you’re likely do basic maintenance tasks yourself, like changing out a furnace filter, an annual inspection of your heating system is important to stave off costly repairs. A certified technician can spot potential problems with your HVAC system before they become major issues, and can get your system ready for the cool weather ahead by making sure that everything is in good working order.

Your HVAC air filter is an important part of your heating and cooling system. By replacing the air filter each month – your system will not have to work as hard, which means that it will use less energy. Changing the filter regularly can also help your system to last longer. Most folks can perform this simple task in addition to cleaning the vents and ducts to remove built up dust.

If you have an older heating system, now may be the time to update it, or even replace it. For example, a gas furnace that was installed prior to 1977 is likely to be as much as sixty percent less efficient today than a modern model. What this translates to is around half of the fuel expended by the furnace actually reaching the home in the form of heat. A modern gas furnace can achieve an efficiency rating as high as ninety-seven percent, which may cut your use of gas in half.

While most homeowners don’t have the knowledge to install a programmable thermostat on their own, having Southern Man A/C & Heating make this installation during your annual inspection is a good idea. A programmable thermostat allows you to turn your unit down during the day when you are at work while you are asleep at night, and then back to a higher temperature when you need it. It takes much less energy to warm a cool home than it does to keep the home warm all day. With proper use, you can cut your heating costs by around twenty percent.

And finally, make sure that all of the heating vents in the home are opened and that they are not blocked by furniture or other items. This allows for an even distribution of air throughout the home. However, if you have rooms that are not being used, such as a guest bedroom, you can invariably close the vents to those areas in order to cut down on energy costs.

Ceiling fans are not just a great idea for the summer, but they can be used during the cooler months of the year to blow air upward. By reversing the direction of the fan, the blades move the air upward, which his particularly useful in rooms with high or vaulted ceiling where heat rises naturally and then is forced back down into the room. It is a good idea to leave them running even when you are not even home.

You take your car for regular oil changes and tune-ups. Your air conditioner and heater are similar to this. When done properly, maintaining your system will save you money on energy bills, prolong the life of your equipment and protect your overall investment. Heating and air conditioning systems are very expensive. With a Southern Man preventative maintenance plan, problems can be discovered before serious damage is done. Not only that, issues can be discovered and dealt with instead of your unit breaking down on a hot, humid day or in the middle of winter.

Your heating and cooling system is designed to squeeze the most heat and cooling from your energy dollars. Your system operates for months on end and if one of the components of that system is not working in harmony with the rest of the system, you are losing efficiency and money. Regular maintenance inspections often spot small problems before they become large and very expensive repairs. In cold winter months and in the heat of summer a heating and cooling system will help to greet your guests and employees with a welcoming temperature. With a correct heating and cooling system, a house will always feel like a paradise, no matter what the hassles of the outside world.

"It is our mission to ensure your 100% satisfaction on every job. At Southern A/C & Heating we keep a low overhead in order to bring you competitive prices on every job without having to sacrifice the quality of work. Our technicians and installers hold the highest level of EPA certifications; they have the knowledge and experience to get the job done right the first time." ~ Sam Roy