Keep your washer and dryer running like new with a simple tip from Angela Warner at Warners’ Stellian: keep it clean! Regular cleaning ensures your appliances stay in top-notch condition, maximizing their lifespan and performance. Let’s give our washers and dryers the TLC they deserve for years of reliable service!
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Spotlight Series: Meet Caleb from Delivery
Meet Caleb Stampley, one of our Delivery Field Supervisors!
What is your role at Warners’ Stellian?
Delivery Field Supervisor
Tell us more about your role.
I manage and teach a team of over 50 alongside other delivery supervisors and managers to ensure that we are the best suited team to deliver and install. I strive to give my team not only the knowledge but the confidence to be the best in our field of work. I manage our
equipment so that our team has all they need to be successful in the field. I also take part in recruitment events to help grow our team and I organize team building events and meetings to help our team stay up to date on new products and procedures.
What do you like most about your job?
Being able to help others and learn more as I continue to grow in my field. Plus, the people I work with are second to none.
Tell us about your family.
My family for now is small. It consists of my girlfriend and me along with our 2 dogs.
What was your first job?
My first job ever was working at a fast food restaurant inside the Mall of America. But my first job here with Warners’ Stellian was Delivery Technician. I started on the road like most did.
What do you like to do on your days off?
On my days off I like relaxing with my family. I also like playing games, playing sports and watching sports. I also like creating content of the games that I play.
What three words would you use to describe Warners’ Stellian?
Reciprocity – you get out what you put in.
Flux – the company is constantly flowing in and out of different processes so we can grow and expand.
Assimilation – The company works towards understanding and perception from every level of the organization.
What’s your favorite appliance, and why?
My favorite appliance is the range because it is the centerpiece of a kitchen. If you have a nice range the rest of
the kitchen will look immaculate.
Tell us something about you that would surprise us or that most people don’t know.
I am huge fan of all things anime, Disney and animation.
What is the one thing you cannot live without?
As cliché as it sounds, my girlfriend.
A second would probably be music, movies or games.
If you had to eat one meal, every day for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Homemade baked macaroni and cheese.
What is your favorite thing to do?
My absolute favorite thing to do is see the world with my family, creating memories that we will always cherish.
Air Conditioner Buying Guide
You find yourself in the market for a new air conditioner unit. Now what? Our specialists have put together a guide that will help you find the right AC unit for your house.
A New Degree of Comfort
Let’s start with things you might consider when buying an A/C unit.
Next, you will look at the efficiency. This refers to the energy usage of a given unit. For MN customers, we generally either install high efficiency which has a certain (SEER – seasonal energy efficiency rating) or a standard efficiency. A high efficiency unit will use less electricity and thus you will be able to save both energy and money on your utility bill.
Photo: Rheem
First, you can look to see if it has proper sizing for dehumidification. Dehumidification is, part of the process that a central air conditioner does when it is running in a home. It is pulling or removing moisture from the air while also bringing down the temperature to what a person has their thermostat set to.
Rebates, rebates, rebates! Warners’ Stellian offers honest pricing, and you can always look online to see what current offers we have, to help you save on high quality products. This goes along with warranty as well. What coverage best fits your needs? Ask our specialists about our Ironclad Product Protection plans for your heating and cooling systems.
AC Features
Let’s talk about the different types of air conditioning units out there. Similarly, to our furnace buying guide, we touch on single stage, two stages, and modulating.
Single Stage means one mode. Meaning whatever temperature, you have your house set at, your unit will run at full blast until it reaches that temperature.
You have two cooling speeds for the two stage AC unit which means that there is a high and a medium capacity providing more precise temperatures and lower humidity while also reducing energy use
We commonly preach that you need to change your basic furnace filter every 30 days. However, we offer the Aprilaire air cleaner and filter system which has an exact fit filter system which keeps your equipment much cleaner and can last up to 1 year before changing. You will absolutely want to consider adding a Wi-Fi thermostat, they are inexpensive yet a huge upgrade in usability.
Lastly, it is worth considering an air source heat pump condenser when replacing your HVAC equipment. Technology has improved in these systems to accommodate the northern US climate. Heat from the outside air is absorbed into a fluid and transferred inside to heat the home, as well the same system provides cooling by transferring warm indoor air to the outside. These units are energy saving and in northern climates still require a back up heating source when temperatures fall below 20 degrees.
Our knowledgeable specialists come and do a comprehensive home visit to ensure maximum comfort throughout your home. If you are looking for both a furnace and air conditioning unit, considering reading our furnace buying guide, or contact out heating and cooling department with any questions.
Request an AC quote here.
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Spotlight Series: Meet Michael Uting from Repair Department
Meet Michael Uting from our Repair Department!
What is your role at Warners’ Stellian?
I am a repair department team lead and trainer.
Tell us more about your role.
I train new hires on how to do the job and provide ongoing training for the team such as reviewing appliance troubleshooting and de-escalation techniques.
What do you like most about your job?
Leading group training activities that bring the whole department together to learn something new and have fun too!
Tell us about your family.
I am the middle child in a family of five. My parents and siblings live in the Twin Cities area and thankfully I get to see them often.
What was your first job?
I got a job teaching kids tennis for the city of Eden Prairie and started working at the local Target the same year.
What do you like to do on your days off?
I love to discover new hobbies. In 2022 I learned how to snowboard, solve a Rubik’s Cube, and install a hardwood floor in my townhome.
What three words would you use to describe Warners’ Stellian?
Family, Integrity, Quality
What’s your favorite appliance, and why?
The dishwasher. If it can fit in there, I am not washing it by hand.
Tell us something about you that would surprise us or that most people don’t know.
I am partially colorblind. Reds and Greens get me sometimes.
What is the one thing you cannot live without?
My computer – social networks, games, YouTube . . . all gone. ☹
If you had to eat one meal, every day for the rest of your life, what would it be?
I choose Pizza Hut; I lived on that stuff while working there.
What is your favorite thing to do?
Going off jumps on my electric unicycle.
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Air Conditioning Maintenance Checklist
The last thing you need on a hot day is for your AC to go out. Spring is the perfect time to make sure it’s in tip top shape. Similar to our furnace checklist blog post, our specialists have created this air conditioning maintenance guide to get you ready for the dog days of summer.
1. Clean the Debris from your Air Conditioner
Just like your outdoor furniture, you will want to clean the leaves and other debris from the air conditioning unit before using it after it’s been through the winter months. Clearing the leaves, sticks, dirt off the air conditioner is the first thing you want to do before moving on to the next step.
2. Clean and Replace Furnace Air Filter
This is crucial to have a working heating and cooling system. You can follow these easy steps we put together in a former post that show you how to replace it.
3. Clean Evaporator and Condenser Coils
The reason is because dust and debris can clog it up making it hard for there to be adequate air flow. Simply take a your hose and spray the water on the AC unit.
4. Test it out before you really need it.
The last thing you need if for your AC to go out on one of the hottest days of the summer. Test run your air conditioning unit before you need it running constantly. Make sure to wait until it reaches at least 60 degrees outside before doing this step.
5. Schedule a tune up.
Regular inspection of your equipment can prevent breakdowns, lower utility bills and lengthen the life of your equipment. Instead of a cut-rate tune-up, we perform a comprehensive inspection of heating or air conditioning systems. Appointment includes:
- Numerous safety and operational tests on the system
- Light cleaning of all moving parts
- Proper adjustments to enhance efficiency
- Provide answers and advice regarding the system
Your air conditioner will thank you!
Use these tips to have the coolest air conditioner on the block. If your AC is 16 years or older, it might be time to start a conversation on replacing it. Contact our heating and cooling team to see how we can help you.