Thursday, December 31, 2020

Your HVAC New Year Checklist ✅

We're happy to say "Goodbye!" to 2020 and welcome in a new year of possibilities! As you make your checklists, bucket lists, and new year's resolutions, make sure to prioritize the health and comfort of your household. One of the great ways you can do that is by making sure your HVAC is in working order for the new year. As the best heating and cooling company at the Lake of the Ozarks, Royal Heating & Air has your back. We are always here for you, and we love helping ensure you are comfortable and safe year-round. Keep reading for our tips about what should be on your HVAC to-do list this season! 


Head Outside to Check Your Unit


Make sure there aren't any leaks, damage from storms or animals, bad smells, or loud noises coming from the unit. It's also important to make sure the unit is clear from any debris like dead leaves, snow, fallen branches, etc. We recommend that there should be at least a 3-foot clearance around the entire unit.

Evaluate Your Air Flow


If some rooms in the house have trouble keeping temperature, then it could mean your HVAC is having serious issues. If you have trouble determining weather or not the temperature is different throughout the house based on feeling it yourself, there are tools that can help measure the ambient temperature coming out of the vents in your home. Pointing the detector at the vent will give you a read-out of the temperature of the air coming through it. If this number varies by more than a degree or two throughout the house, then there could be something wrong with your ductwork or the air conditioning unit itself. Another way to tell without a detector is by paying attention to how long your system is running to try and keep up. If it's running constantly, that could mean it's time for some maintenance. 


Change Your Air Filter


Air filters should be changed according to their type and amount of use, but on average filters should be changed every 30 to 90 days. Check your air filter every month to make sure it hasn't accumulated too much dust and debris. Having a clean air filter is crucial to maintaining good indoor air quality. If your air filter is dirty, then your air inside of your home will more than likely be dirty. This can negatively affect your immune system as well, making it harder for your body to fight off infection. 

Duct Cleaning & Sealing


It’s a good idea to have your ducts cleaned professionally every 5-7 years. It’s important to make sure that your air isn’t escaping through gaps and cracks in your ductwork either. On average, about 20-30% of air that flows through air ducts escapes through cracks in ductwork. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, “Sealing and insulating ducts can improve the efficiency of your heating and cooling system by as much as 20 percent.” This could be a great way to save on energy and have a more comfortable home in 2021. 


Thermostat Upgrade


If you haven't already, you should consider a programmable thermostat. Not only are they convenient, but they are also cost-effective. Programmable thermostats allow you to easily control the temperature of your home around the clock, whether you’re home or away. Smart thermostats provide energy savings by learning your unique schedule and temperature preferences and adapting to them.

Schedule a Home Comfort Check


The comfort of your home is very important. What you might not realize is that keeping your home comfortable and performing regular check-ups could help save you quite a bit of money. As the best HVAC company at the Lake of the Ozarks, we at Royal Heating & Air have a team of experts that can help keep your home healthy and comfortable through the seasons while also saving you money on expensive repairs. Our Home Comfort Check service looks into your air conditioner's refrigerant levels and fan motor, as well as the furnace's heating elements and gas furnace burners. We make sure everything is in top-notch condition so you can enjoy a more comfortable home, worry-free. Give us a call to learn all about it! 573-480-4313 


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Tuesday, December 22, 2020

Our 5 Hottest Topics of 2020!

Royal Heating & Air is the best HVAC company at the Lake of the Ozarks, and we love being here for you and serving the Lake community year after year. 2020 was definitely one for the books. So many unexpected and challenging things happened this year. But as a company and as a team, we have been proud to continue serving you and making your homes a comfortable and safe place to be. 

Today, we are diving into the top blog topics of 2020 to refresh some important heating and cooling tips that can help keep you and your home as safe as possible. Keep reading to learn more! 


Indoor Air Quality & Allergies


If you feel like your indoor air quality could use some help, it could be time to call in a professional. Call the best heating and cooling company at the Lake of the Ozarks – Royal Heating & Air! Whether you need a maintenance check on your unit or an ultraviolet light system installed in the air ducts, we are there for you. Don’t spend your time in a house that feels stuffy and stale. Help get your home feeling cleaner and healthier with our team of expert technicians.

Several common issues that can negatively affect your indoor air quality include pollen, dust, dust mites, pet dander, mold, bacteria, and other harmful materials. These materials can accumulate in the carpeting, upholstery, and even in an unchanged air filter or uncleaned HVAC system. To make sure these items don't cause health issues for the people in your home, be sure to clean the surfaces in the house, change air filters regularly, and call Royal Heating & Air to have maintenance performed on the HVAC system. 


Benefits to Custom Ductwork 


Royal Heating and Air knows how important good HVAC is in a new home. One of the best solutions for good HVAC is designing custom ductwork for the new house. There are a lot of incredible benefits to custom ductwork that you can enjoy long after the last wall is painted and the last picture hung. 

Some of the benefits of custom ductwork include less wasted space, the use of higher-quality materials, increased efficiency, and more consistent temperatures throughout the home. Give us a call to learn more about custom ductwork and how it could benefit your home!


Mini Spilt Systems 


A mini-split system is made up of an indoor air handler and an outdoor compressor. During the summer, warm air is pulled in by the indoor unit and then passed over cold evaporator coils. The heat absorbed by the coils is brought to the outside unit and released there, away from your home. Regular HVAC systems function almost the same way, but in a longer and less efficient process. 

Mini split systems can benefit your home with improved efficiency, more control over the temperatures in each room of the house, and no need for ductwork to be installed. This could mean a mini split system would be the perfect solution for converting a home from window units to a more efficient and effective HVAC system.


HVAC UV Light System


UV light, or ultraviolet light, is not visible to the human eye. You are likely very familiar with the effects of UV light from the sun when you get a sunburn in the summer. This electromagnetic radiation has enough energy to break chemical bonds, which destroys cells. The UV light rays deactivate bacteria and viruses so that they are no longer able to multiply. That is why this is such an efficient, clean way to improve the air quality in your home. Rather than adding chemicals to the air like other cleaning methods, the UV light destroys any pathogens that it comes into contact with. Because the light stays on 24/7, the air quality in your home is protected at all times. The UV light system is so effective, that some users noticed almost immediately when the light burnt out as the air became less clean.


Humidity Issues 


The Lake of the Ozarks can have vast swings in humidity levels... In the summer the house can feel humid and stuffy, then in the winter the house can feel dry and full of static electricity. There are a lot of ways to combat these issues to enjoy a more comfortable home year-round. 

In the summer, try using a dehumidifier to prevent allergens and mold from spreading and to promote a cleaner and more comfortable environment. In the winter, it's a good idea to have a whole-home humidifier installed to help avoid illnesses that can come from a dry throat and sinuses. Humidity levels should be maintained at a comfortable level year-round, and Royal Heating & Air would love to help you with that! 

Your Resource for HVAC at the Lake of the Ozarks


Royal Heating & Air is the best HVAC Company at the Lake of the Ozarks and we are here to support you year after year. We are a reliable company at the Lake of the Ozarks that you can depend on. For any issues or questions you have related to your heating and cooling systems, we are a team you can trust. Give us a call to schedule an appointment and we will be more than happy to help!



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Friday, December 18, 2020

UV Light Systems for Cold & Flu Season

Cold and flu season is upon us! If you are looking for ways to help improve your indoor air quality and stay as healthy as possible, Royal Heating & Air may have a solution for you! As the best heating and cooling company at the Lake of the Ozarks, we do whatever we can to help you keep your home comfortable and safe year-round. One of the ways we can help do this is by installing an ultraviolet light system into your HVAC. Ultraviolet light can prevent harmful materials from growing, replicating, and causing illnesses. You can harness this technology in your own home and destroy bad substances inside your HVAC system before they circulate in your home and make you sick. Keep reading to learn more about how this can help you!


Why Use UV Light?


There are several benefits to having a UV light system installed in your HVAC. Most importantly, it helps increase the air quality in your home and could keep you healthier by destroying allergens, bacteria, and viruses before they cause issues. 

1) Allergens

If someone in your household suffers from allergies or asthma, air quality is extremely important to their quality of life. A UV light system can significantly help with this issue by eradicating common allergens in the duct work. You will notice that it feels easier to breathe and your lungs are less constricted than before.

2) Smells

Not only does the UV light reduce the number of bacteria in the air, but it also reduces smells and odors. As bacteria, viruses, and even mold grows in your HVAC system, it can start to smell bad. Think about the moldy food you found in the back of the refrigerator... gross. Having UV light working for you to keep the air ducts free from contaminants can help improve the smell in your home. 

3) Sickness

Are your family members sick all the time? It may be due to a medical condition, but it also could be because of a buildup of bacteria, viruses, and mold in your duct work. Breathing these pathogens in every day is harmful to anyone's health. Your body may get tired of fighting off so many potential illness and infections and become more vulnerable. One sleepless night or one stressful day could be all it takes for your immune system to be overloaded and no longer able to keep up. A UV light system can remove these harmful materials from your air ducts and ease the burden on your body to constantly fight off germs in the air. 


How Does UV Light Actually Work?


The UV light rays deactivate bacteria and viruses so that they are no longer able to multiply. That is why this is such an efficient, clean way to improve the air quality in your home. Rather than adding chemicals to the air like other cleaning methods, the UV light destroys any pathogens that it comes into contact with. Because the light remains on 24/7, the air quality in your home is protected at all times. The UV light system is so effective, that some users noticed almost immediately when the light burnt out as the air became less clean.

Best HVAC Company at the Lake of the Ozarks


Concerned about cold and flu season this year? Give yourself the best chance at staying healthy this season with an ultraviolet light system in your HVAC system. Royal Heating & Air can help you make your home as comfortable and safe as possible. Give us a call to learn more, or even just to schedule a check-up.


Royal Heating & Air - "The King of Comfort"

Visit our website: www.RoyalHeatandAir.com



CALL TODAY! (573) 480-4313


Friday, December 11, 2020

Christmas for Kids 2020 - Volunteers & Donations Needed!

Royal Heating & Air is always excited to participate in local events and give back to the community! Christmas for Kids is one of those great events that we are proud to sponsor and support every year. If you are interested in helping out, there is still time! Whether you would like to donate toys, volunteer for the event, or participate in the silent auction, you will be contributing toward a great cause that helps children throughout the Lake of the Ozarks area. Keep reading to learn more! 


Event Details


Christmas for Kids 2020 will be held Saturday, December 12 - tomorrow! The event will take place in Campana Hall at the Lodge of Four Seasons. In following the Christmas for Kids tradition, each person is asked to bring a new, unwrapped toy with a value of $20, or a $20 cash donation upon entry. At 5:30 p.m. the event will kick off with a cocktail party, followed by dinner at 6:30 p.m. Dinner is a three-course, seated meal with drink stations located throughout the space for minimal waiting time. The silent and live auctions are some of the best at the Lake, and entertainment will be provided by Tony B, the Piano Man!

Donations Needed!


In following the Christmas for Kids tradition, each person is asked to bring a new, unwrapped toy with a value of $20, or a $20 cash donation upon entry.
  • Top Toy List
  • Legos
  • Scooters
  • Skateboards
  • Baby Alive Doll
  • My Life Doll & Accessories
  • Remote Control Cars
  • Drones
  • XBOX & Playstation Games
  • Wireless Headphones
  • Curling Irons & Curling Wands
  • Cosmetic Sets
Can’t attend the event? Donate Here!

How to Volunteer


This event gives Christmas to over 1,600 children around Lake of the Ozarks! Volunteers are needed Dec 12th, 13th, and 14th to build the toy store and for the toy distribution.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13
Campana Hall at The Lodge of Four Seasons
Sort toys for the toy store in Campana Hall at The Lodge of Four Seasons

MONDAY, DECEMBER 14
Campana Hall at The Lodge of Four Seasons
Toy Drive from 10:30-7 pm (volunteers needed before to finish setting up)

Proceeds provide underprivileged children at Lake of the Ozarks and surrounding communities with two Christmas gifts per child plus a $15 gift certificate for the lake area resale shops for each child. Funds left over after providing Christmas for the children go to organizations we support throughout the year: CADV, Children’s Learning Center, Hope House, Kids Harbor, Lake Area Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Lake Area Helping Hands, Lake Regional Pediatrics, LOFD Car Seat Program, LOSA, Ronald McDonald House (Columbia, MO), School of the Osage Cares for Kids, Scholarships for Kids, Share the Harvest Food Pantry, Tri-County YMCA, Wonderland Camp, and many more.

Be sure to participate in the silent auction to help benefit thousands of kids in the Lake of the Ozarks area! 


Event Sponsorships


$1500 ANGEL Sponsorship
Included:
Premium Seating for 10
Sit Down Dinner for 10
5 Bottles of Wine
Sponsor on Slideshow
Radio Ad Includes Sponsor

$1000.00 STAR Sponsor
Included:
Reserved Seating for 10
Sit Down Dinner for 10
2 Bottles of Wine
Sponsor on Slideshow

$600.00 Gift Sponsor
Included:
Reserved Seating for 10
Sit Down Dinner for 10

This year's ANGEL Sponsors are Big Thunder Marine, Central Bank of the Ozarks, Central Missouri Foster Care Adoption Association, Edward Jones, First bank of the Lake, HyVee, Lake Home for you Realty, MSW Interactive Designs, Redhead Lakeside Grill, and Royal Heating and Air

If purchasing a table of 10 is not an option for you, we will offer single tickets to be purchased in advance for $70 per person. This includes entrance into the event at 5:30 pm, sit down dinner, auction item purchase opportunities, and the full evening of entertainment.

Contact Katie Royal via email at info@ozarkcoastkiwanis.org with any questions.

Community Involvement at the Lake 


If you can't make it to the event this year, but want to get more involved, consider joining Kiwanis! Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time. We'd love for you to join us for good times as we work together to better the lives of the children in our community. Please join us at our next meeting or contact our Club President for more information. Royal Heating & Air is the best heating and cooling company at the Lake of the Ozarks, and we love being part of the community. If you need any assistance with your HVAC, don't hesitate to give us a call and we will be there for you! 



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Friday, December 4, 2020

December Events at the Lake of the Ozarks

Winter at the Lake of the Ozarks is a magical time. Especially when Christmas lights and decorations start decorating the community and town squares. Royal Heating & Air is here to help you have a comfortable, safe winter at the Lake of the Ozarks. We're also here to help you have fun! Today's blog is a compilation of several incredible events around the Lake going on through December. Keep reading to find your favorite and get out on the town!

(All information provided by FunLake.com as of 12/3/2020.)

(Photo Credit: FunLake)

ENCHANTED VILLAGE OF LIGHTS


Nov 19, 2020 - Jan 02, 2021, Open Nightly 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm (10:00 pm Fri, Sat & Holidays)
Laurie Fairgrounds
269 Fairgrounds Drive
Laurie MO 65037

"The City of Laurie presents the Enchanted Village of Lights at the Laurie Fairgrounds. The Enchanted Village of Lights is one of the largest drive-through holiday light parks in Mid-Missouri. There is no charge to drive through the Enchanted Village, but any donations are greatly appreciated."

LAKESIDE CAFE HOLIDAY BUFFET


Nov 23, 2020 - Jan 03, 2021, Saturday & Sunday from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm
Lakeside Cafe at OYC
500 Yacht Club Landing Drive
Lake Ozark MO 65049

"During this holiday season LakeSide Café would like you to join us for our award winning weekend brunch buffet.

We are open every Saturday & Sunday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Our buffet has many delicious options to choose from and features made to order omelets, pancakes, French Toast and Egg’s Benedict.

Print the ad for $5 off your next visit."

VERSAILLES UNITY CIRCLE OF LIGHTS


Nov 26, 2020 - Jan 01, 2021
Versailles City Park
Hwy 5 and Hwy 52
Versailles Missouri 65084

"The city of Versailles will light up its city park for the Unity Circle of Lights from Nov. 26 - Jan. 1. The holiday light park is named after the "Unity Circle," a monument erected at the park entrance to show cooperation among various entities in the community.

The Unity Circle of Lights is located at the junction of Highways 5 and 52 and will feature as many as 40 lighted displays, including several animated holiday scenes for the family. The park is open from dark until midnight and admission is free."

(Photo Credit: FunLake)

CHRISTMAS VILLAGE AT OLD KINDERHOOK


Nov 27, 2020 - Dec 20, 2020
The Ice at Old Kinderhook
678 Old Kinderhook Dr.
Camdenton Missouri 65020

"Join us through December 20th, 2020 every Friday, Saturday and Sunday for Christmas Village festivities.

Make plans to spend time with family and friends this holiday season as we kick off the holidays on The Ice at Old Kinderhook with family-friendly events and; beautiful Christmas music. Create some great memories with your family and friends that will last lifetime.

This event is open to the public. Come join the fun!

Food, beverage, ice skating, and skate rental fees apply.

If you would like to make a weekend out of it, we have a special Christmas Village Hotel Package available, just call The Lodge, 573-317-4314, for more information.

Please visit our website for complete Christmas Village events."

OSAGE BEACH HOLIDAY LIGHTS IN THE PARK


Nov 30, 2020 - Dec 31, 2020, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Osage Beach City Park
950 Hatchery Road
Osage Beach Missouri 65065

"Free Holiday Lights Drive-Thru Park. Over 100 Holiday themed light displays to enjoy at the Osage Beach City Park.

Open evenings, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm, November 28th through December 31st."

CAMDENTON CHRISTMAS ON THE SQUARE


Dec 05, 2020, 10 am
Camdenton Square
Camdenton MO 65020

"Children and their parents are invited to attend the annual Christmas on the Square on Saturday, December 5, 2020 on the Courthouse Quadrant of the Square in downtown Camdenton.

Activities will begin at 10:00 AM which includes games, ornament making, prize drawings, craft tables, music, cookies petting zoo, hot dogs, hot chocolate, and more! In addition, attendees can register for ham drawings provided by Camden County elected officials. All activities are free, including the hot dogs and hot chocolate. Be sure to bring your camera for the photo opt with the Christmas cutouts!

This event is sponsored by the Camdenton Area Chamber of Commerce."

CHRISTMAS AROUND VERSAILLES


Dec 05, 2020, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Downtown Versailles
100 E Newton Street
Versailles Missouri 65084

"12pm-5pm – Visit Vendors
12:30pm – Santa Arrives at Square Deals
5:30pm – Tree Lighting Ceremony at City Park

Make sure to come out and visit all participating vendors from 12pm-5pm for a chance to win one of 2 grand prizes, each worth over $250 of items from our vendors.

Pick up a passport with any participating vendor and get your passport signed. Return completed passport books to any participating location for a chance to win one of the grand prizes. Vendors will have all kinds of specials as well as holiday goodies for shoppers.

The Chamber, the City’s Park and Recreation Team, the Morgan County Health Center, and KS95 will be teaming up to finish the day’s festivities from 5:30-6:30pm at the Versailles City Park by having a Christmas tree lighting ceremony with warm hot chocolate, and music played by KS95. Oh, and don’t forget your chance to sit on Santa’s lap to let him know what you want for Christmas. While you are at the park make sure that you enjoy all of the Christmas light displays."

ELDON'S LIGHTED CHRISTMAS PARADE & TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY


Dec 05, 2020 - Dec 14, 2020, 5:15 p.m.
Downtown Eldon to Rock Island Park
Downdown Eldon
Eldon Missouri 65026

"Eldon Lighted Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting Ceremony Dec. 5 5:15 p.m. Downtown Eldon and Rock Island Park Holiday magic comes alive in Eldon for the Annual Lighted Christmas Parade &Tree Lighting Ceremony Dec. 5. The parade kicks off the evening's holiday festivities but much more is in store at Rock Island Park following the parade. Watch the splendor unfold with the lighting of the Magic Tree, listen to the Eldon High School choir perform the sounds of the season as you enjoy hot chocolate and s'mores, and visit with Santa before you take a stroll to see the Christmas trees decorated by community businesses, organizations and individual sponsors. Come early and shop the Christmas Market at Warehouse 55 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. and visit with Santa at the Eldon Community Center from 2:30-4 p.m."


PICTURES WITH SANTA AT STONE CREST MALL


Dec 05, 2020 - Dec 12, 2020
Stonecrest Book & Toy store
3797 Osage Beach Pkwy
Osage Beach MO 65065

"Santa will be at Stonecrest Book & Toy store with professional photographers taking pictures for a small fee. The event is Saturday December 5th 10am-1pm & Saturday December 12th 10am-1pm."

OPEN MIC AT GREAT STONE COFFEE


Dec 05, 2020, Sign up: 6pm; Performances: 7 pm
Great Stone Coffee
1375 Hwy KK
Osage Beach MO 65065

"Bring your passion to the Great Stone stage! Music, comedy, poetry... come share whatever it is that gets you going! Doors and Signup Start at 6pm. Performances start at 7pm."

BLUEGRASS MARTINS CONCERT


Dec 05, 2020, 7pm
The Royal Theatre
107 S. Monroe St.
Versailles MO 65084

"Bluegrass Martins concert at The Royal Theatre."

CHRISTMAS FOR KIDS


Dec 12, 2020, 5:30 PM - Cocktail Party; 6:30 PM - Dinner
The Lodge of Four Seasons; Campana Hall
315 Four Seasons Drive
Lake Ozark Missouri 65049

"A Benefit Sponsored by the Christmas for Kids Committee, Kiwanis Club of Ozark Coast and Lake Area Businesses. Proceeds provide underprivileged children at Lake of the Ozarks and surrounding communities with two Christmas gifts per child plus a $15 gift certificate for the lake area resale shops for each child. Funds left over after providing Christmas for the children go to organizations we support throughout the year: CADV, Children’s Learning Center, Hope House, Kids Harbor, Lake Area Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Lake Area Helping Hands, Lake Regional Pediatrics, LOFD Car Seat Program, LOSA, Ronald McDonald House (Columbia, MO), School of the Osage Cares for Kids, Scholarships for Kids, Share the Harvest Food Pantry, Tri County YMCA, Wonderland Camp, and many more.

Doors will open at 5:30pm for cocktail hour and dinner will be served at 6:30pm.
Sit-down meal served (three-course meal).
Drink stations located in different areas of the room for less wait.
One of the best silent and live auctions at the Lake will be returning.
Heartland Dueling Pianos presents: "Tony the Piano Man" for your evening entertainment.

In following the Christmas for Kids tradition, each person is asked to bring a new, unwrapped toy with a value of $20, or a $20 cash donation upon entry.

If purchasing a table of 10 is not an option for you, we will offer single tickets to be purchased in advance for $70 per person. This includes entrance into the event at 5:30pm, sit down dinner, auction item purchase opportunities, and evening entertainment.

RSVP your table today! Without you, Christmas for over 1,600 lake area children will not be possible!

Must be 21 to enter.

For Reservations, Sponsorships, or More Information contact: Katie Royal at KatieRoyal12@gmail.com or 573-216-9046."



LAKE OZARK CHRISTMAS PARADE


Dec 12, 2020, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Bagnell Dam Blvd.
Lake Ozark Missouri 65049

"The 36th Annual Lake Area Christmas Parade will be held on Saturday, December 12, 2020 at 1:00 pm. The Parade will line up at 242 starting at the HH & Bagnell Dam Blvd. intersection, and will turn right to proceed down Bagnell Dam Boulevard to the Dam.

Please note the changes this year! The parade starts at 1 pm and line-up is at 11:30 am sharp."

OLD-TIME RADIO THEATER AT GREAT STONE COFFEE


Dec 12, 2020, 6 pm
Great Stone Coffee
1375 State Hwy KK
Osage Beach MO 65065

"Doors: 6pm / Show: 7pm Live theater in the style of old-time radio. Hearkening back to the days before TV, when the radio adventures and intrigue of The Shadow, The Lone Ranger, Buck Rogers, and the like, thrilled listeners around the globe. These audio only tales are designed to plant seeds in your ears, take root in your mind and bloom in your imagination! Watch our talented troupe of performers present all the drama, comedy and suspense of the stage, accompanied by music and sound effects, in a stripped down, no-frills production. Intimate and fun! Get involved! We're always on the look-out for new readers, writers, musicians and/or foley artists to join us!"

PAINT NIGHT AT GREAT STONE COFFEE


Dec 18, 2020, 6:30 pm
Great Stone Coffee
1375 Hwy KK
Osage Beach MO 65065

"Paint Night at Great Stone Coffee Shop Osage Beach Mo Friday November 20th at 6:30 p.m. $30 a painter or $25 per person for groups of 4 or more (includes all materials) Acrylic painting on stretched canvas. The deadline to reserve seats is December 16."

OLD TYME CHRISTMAS IN LINN CREEK


Dec 19, 2020, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Camden County Museum
206 South Locust
Linn Creek Missouri 65052

"A celebration of the Christmas Season throughout the Museum. Breakfast with Santa from 9-11am, crafts & games & lunch from 11-2pm. At 2pm the Young Museum Players present their production "O Holy Knight""

CIRCLE THE LAKE COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CAROLING


Dec 19, 2020, Leave Big Surf Waterpark at 10 am
954 State Highway Y
Linn Creek MO 65052

"Circle the Lake with Christmas Cheer!

Join us for a community wide outdoor Christmas Caroling event. With vocalist from Main Street Music Hall, we'll travel around the Lake stopping at nursing and assisted living facilities spreading Christmas Cheer!

Leave Big Surf Waterpark at 10 am. Buses available for transportation.

See images for caroling stops."

HOLIDAY DINNER AT THE LODGE OF FOUR SEASONS


Dec 24, 2020 - Dec 25, 2020, Christmas Eve: 5 pm - 9 pm & Christmas: 5 pm - 10 pm
HK's at The Lodge of Four Seasons
315 Four Seasons Drive
Lake Ozark MO 65049

"Join The Lodge of Four Seasons for Christmas Dinner. HK’s Restaurant offering Holiday Menu Selections

Menu options include: Roasted Turkey, Chicken Oscar "HK's Style", Baked Salmon, Bone-In Smoked Pork Chop, Slow Roasted Prime Rib, Appetizers, & Desserts

See flier for full menu.

Make Reservation online at OpenTable.com or call 573-365-8509."


NEW YEARS EVE AT THE REGALIA HOTEL


Dec 31, 2020, 7 pm - 1 am
The Regalia Hotel & Conference Center
250 Racquet Club Dr.
Lake Ozark MO 65049

"Fat Pockets will be entertaining guests this New Year’s Eve at the Regalia Hotel and Conference Center in Lake Ozark. $125/ticket, or $225/couple. Or buy a table of 10 for $1,000. Buffet and unlimited drinks included with ticket purchase."

NEW YEAR'S EVE AT CAMDEN ON THE LAKE


Dec 31, 2020
Camden on the Lake Resort
2359 Bittersweet Rd
Lake Ozark MO 65049

"Camden on the Lake & H. Toad's presents several options to choose from to ring in the new year. From live music, luxurious rooms with a late check-out, a special New Year's Eve dinner and breakfast New Year's Day morning, you can mix and match to choose which option best suits your plans for celebrating. We have so much fun planned for you including live music from Five Turn Knot with a midnight champagne toast, a specially curated romantic dinner for two in H. Toad's Bar & Grill and a delicious, hearty breakfast to bring you back to life the next morning. This year you'll want to stay where the party's at! Call 573-365-5620 to make your reservation now! Packages posted in pictures and on Facebook."

NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION AT THE LODGE OF FOUR SEASONS


Dec 31, 2020
The Lodge of Four Seasons
315 Four Seasons Dr
Lake Ozark MO 65049

"New Year's Celebration 2021Reservations: Online at OpenTable or call 573-365-8509
HK's Restaurant & Bar located in The Lodge Of Four Seasons
See flier for dinner menu
DECEMBER 31, 4:00 P.M. — 10:00 P.M."

Living at the Lake of the Ozarks

If you live at the Lake of the Ozarks, or just enjoy vacationing here when you're able to, these events an help make the most of your time at the Lake this winter. Royal Heating & Air can also help you make the most of your house or vacation home with the best HVAC service available at the Lake of the Ozarks. Give us a call to schedule a maintenance check on your unit! 



Royal Heating & Air - "The King of Comfort"

Visit our website: www.RoyalHeatandAir.com



CALL TODAY! (573) 480-4313


Wednesday, November 25, 2020

Watch Out for Carbon Monoxide This Season

In Missouri, heating your home in the winter season is something everyone has to do to stay safe and comfortable in below freezing temperatures. Keeping your home warm can become dangerous if you're not careful and diligent about maintaining your furnace. The furnace, as well as other household appliances, can cause carbon monoxide leaks that could be life threatening to you and your family. Royal Heating & Air is the best HVAC company at the Lake of the Ozarks, so we are brining you important tips on how to stay safe. Keep reading to learn all about carbon monoxide and how you can prevent this dangerous substance from threatening your family! 


What Is It?


Carbon monoxide is an odorless gas that is less dense than air. Many furnaces are fuel-burning, which is a process that produces carbon monoxide. If your system is malfunctioning or has a leak, then the carbon monoxide can seep into your home and cause very serious problems, even death. Once it enters your home, you are susceptible to carbon monoxide poisoning. The carbon monoxide gas can fill your lungs and prevent you from being able to breathe the oxygen that you need. Many people don't realize they have a leak in their home because it doesn't have an odor. As a result, your symptoms may be the only clue that you have a problem.

What are the Symptoms?

  • A dull headache
  • Weakness
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Shortness of breath
  • Confusion
  • Blurred Vision
  • Loss of consciousness
If you are experiencing this symptoms and suspect you may have a carbon monoxide leak in your home, leave the house immediately and call 911. Get outside so your lungs can breathe fresh, oxygenated air again and expel any carbon monoxide you may have inhaled. It's important that everyone in the home evacuate the house as well, including pets. If your exposure was extensive enough, you may require hospitalization. Investing in a carbon monoxide detector is a great idea to keep your family safe from this kind of emergency.


Do I Have a Leak?


If you are unsure whether or not your home has a carbon monoxide leak, we recommend you leave your home immediately. If you have severe symptoms, call 911. If you are not having symptoms but suspect you may have a leak, you can give us a call. We can come inspect your equipment to ensure it is operating correctly. If you notice stains, soot, or discoloration on or around your boiler, fireplace, or water heater - call us! It could mean you have a leak. Check your boiler or any other area that has a gas flame. If it normally burns blue and the flame is now yellow or orange, you could have a carbon monoxide leak.

Staying ahead of a leak is crucial. It is a silent killer. Regular inspections and paying attention to your equipment can help prevent potential dangers in your home. If you want peace of mind, give us a call and we will be more than happy to look over your HVAC equipment to make sure it is running properly. 

Preventing a Leak


One of the most important measures you can take to prevent a carbon monoxide leak is regular maintenance. We recommend having your HVAC unit checked every spring and fall to make sure your equipment is operating efficiently without leaks. Regular HVAC maintenance is a great way to catch any leaks before they become fatal. It is also recommended to have your fireplace inspected every year. Your fireplace can be a potential source of carbon monoxide. If your chimney has a blocked flue it can trap the carbon monoxide produced from burning, causing your home to accumulate dangerous levels. You can also install a carbon monoxide detector in your home. Detectors are a great tool to use in addition to regular inspections. Carbon monoxide detectors should be placed on every floor of your home at least five feet off the ground. If possible, install one near every sleeping area.

HVAC at the Lake of the Ozarks


Royal Heating & Air is here for you in every season. This winter, if you are concerned about whether or not your furnace is running correctly, give us a call! We can come help make sure everything is running smoothly to help reduce the risk of carbon monoxide leaks. 



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Friday, November 20, 2020

Why Custom Ductwork is a Must in New Construction!

If you're building your dream home, it's important to make sure it is going to be comfortable year-round! Whether the weather is hot and muggy or freezing cold, Royal Heating & Air can help you maintain a comfortable home with professional, custom ductwork and the best heating and cooling systems at the Lake of the Ozarks. Custom ductwork is the best way to ensure efficient airflow throughout the house. Keep reading to learn how!


Custom-Made For Your Home


When you hire a professional to create custom ductwork, they will create it to be perfectly suited for your HVAC system and your home. Your fabricator will ensure that your home receives the proper air load. They will also create the ducts to have the straightest route from your air handler to a given room. If your ductwork has too many turns, it can make it harder for your system to deliver the necessary air flow to your living spaces. They will also create a matching return duct for every supply register. Having matching supply and return ducts helps optimize the circulation in your home. The most important part of custom sheet metal ducts is that they are properly sealed, which prevents air loss and helps increase energy efficiency and indoor air quality, ultimately putting less stress on your system.

Increased Performance


With ductwork that's custom-made for your home, you'll have better overall performance for your HVAC system. The improvement in airflow will help regulate temperatures in rooms throughout the home. Keeping the temperature constant with fewer temperature swings prevents your system from overworking itself. This can be especially beneficial for upstairs rooms or other rooms that typically get hotter or colder than others. Controlled temperatures throughout your home not only increase the performance of your system, but also promote a longer life for your HVAC system.



Improved Efficiency


With custom ductwork, air can travel through the ducts more easily and without interruptions. Greater efficiency means that hot or cold air will travel through your ductwork without losing energy. This improved efficiency not only reduces a significant amount of waste, it can also save you money on your monthly energy bills. Proper ductwork, designed specifically for your home, keeps your HVAC system working more efficiently and at a lower cost.

Better Air Balance & Flow


One of the biggest issues with ductwork is poor installation. If typical, pre-made ductwork is installed in your home, it may be forcefully shoved into place, which can cause pinching or collapsing. These problems can seriously interfere with the system’s air balance and flow. Getting ductwork custom-designed for your home's specific measurements ensures that air flows without any hindrances. It will also help make sure that the air moving through your ducts gets to your rooms via the shortest possible path. With custom ductwork, you can rest assured that your system is perfectly balanced.


Custom ductwork and sheet metal fabrication can help make your home more efficient and comfortable year-round. This is important in climates like Missouri where the weather can change day-to-day. If you are remodeling your house or building the home of your dreams, now is the perfect time to get a consultation for custom ductwork from Royal Heating & Air. We are here for you and your comfort at home!


Royal Heating & Air - "The King of Comfort"

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Thursday, November 12, 2020

Improve HVAC for Better Sleep!

Getting enough high-quality sleep is important to overall health. Royal Heating & Air prioritizes your comfort and health, using our extensive HVAC expertise. Today we have several tips on how to improve your HVAC system and habits to help you sleep better. Keep reading to learn important factors that affect the quality of sleep and how we can help! 


Temperature


Do you feel more comfortable sleeping at a cooler temperature than normal? You're not alone! Most people sleep better in a cooler room, as body temperature tends to lower a couple of degrees at night as it prepares to sleep. The ideal temperature range for sleeping is 60-68 degrees Fahrenheit. This is why, in the summer, it's important to have your air conditioner serviced so that it is in top-notch condition and able to keep you cool and comfortable all night long. 

Air Quality


Indoor air quality is a hot topic, and a very important one. As a society, we spend a lot of time inside, especially in the winter season. It's important that the air we breathe be clean and fresh to help promote our health rather than hinder it. Keep the air in your house clean by dusting and vacuuming, changing the air filter regularly, scheduling HVAC checks, and installing a UV light system in the ductwork to destroy bacteria and other harmful materials. 


Humidity


The humidity levels in the air can greatly affect how comfortable you are, day and night. If the air feels too dry, then your skin, sinuses, and airways can also become too dry. Dry air can also feel cooler and cause you to turn the heat up higher than necessary. Royal Heating & Air can help with a whole-home humidifier to keep the house comfortable all season long.

HVAC at the Lake


If you are having a hard time sleeping because or the temperature, air quality, or humidity in your home, then it is probably time to take a look at the HVAC system. As the best heating and cooling company at the Lake of the Ozarks, Royal Heating & Air is here for you to help make the house more comfortable so you can enjoy better, deeper sleep. 



Royal Heating & Air - "The King of Comfort"

Visit our website: www.RoyalHeatandAir.com



CALL TODAY! (573) 480-4313