February 2010 Kozon Kronicles Volume 1, Number 1

In This Issue Putting a little green in your pockets….

Tax Credits
Design Showroom Thanks to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, a.k.a
Tips of the Trade the Stimulus Bill, homeowners are now eligible for increased tax
Employee Spotlight credits for those who make qualified energy efficient improvements to
Ask a Tech their existing primary residences. In the simplest terms, this means
the average consumer (YOU) can receive up to 30% of the installation
costs back as a tax credit for systems purchased.
Tax Rebate Info An energy tax credit is available for improvements made to your home
Lennox Equipment comfort systems in 2009 and 2010. The credit is available on the
York Equipment installation of higher efficiency central air conditioners, water heaters,
Century Geothermal furnaces, boilers and air source heat pumps. The credit is equal to 30
Bryant Equipment percent of the installed cost of the improvements with a maximum credit
A.O.Smith Water Heater of $1,500.
An energy tax credit is available for the installation of solar hot water
systems and geothermal heat pump systems occurring from January
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1, 2009 through December 31, 2016. The credit is equal to 30 percent of
Kozon Website the installed cost and there is no maximum cap on the credit.
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Linked-In Plus, remember that first-time homebuyers who purchase their homes
kozonph@yahoo.com before April 30, 2010, are eligible for an $8,000 tax credit. If you qualify
for this incentive, consider using that “extra” money for your needed
plumbing, heating and cooling improvements.

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Let me ask you something, what is not art?
Functionality meeting Art is the platform on
which the Kozon Plumbing & Heating Design
Showroom was constructed upon. Finished in
the fall of 2008, the newly remodeled facility
boasts an array of whirlpool tubs, showers,
water closets, kitchen sinks, bathroom lavs,
and many faucet styles giving the homeowner
a fantastic selection during the home building
or remodeling process. Our attitude towards
plumbing as an art form will not only create a
functional atmosphere in your home, but will
add a unique element to be appreciated for
years to come.
 Tips of the Trade
Remember to replace thermostat batteries on a bi-yearly basis. Units may
start causing interruptions in heat/cool functions before a display battery
indicator is apparent.
Toilets continuously running?…. “Chemical cleaners, tank additives and
chlorine tablets entered the market place some time ago and began to
cause many flappers to deteriorate faster than normal.-Toto” Flapper
deterioration is a common occurrence among many households using such
additives.

Kozon Team Spotlight: Brandy Barthel

Position: Owner, President
Years w/ Company: 6+
School Affiliation: Indiana University
Degrees: B.S. with majors in
Marketing, Advertising,
and Business Admin.

Seeing a woman at the head of a plumbing, heating/cooling, and electrical

company is a rarity and usually doubted by onlookers, but that is one element
Brandy Barthel is determined to change. When one proclaims that their work
is in their blood, it usually means a great connection to their profession…in
Brandy’s case her career not only holds a great passion for her, but is literally
“in her blood.” The Kozon Plumbing & Heating dream has been a part of her
family since its conception in 1981. The company has played a vital part of
her career life as an after school job, then a position during her work co-op
years in high school, and a permanent position after graduating from Indiana
University-South Bend. Married to partial owner, Jason Barthel, and working
alongside sister & brother-in-law combo, Jess & Josh Michael, allows Brandy
to keep true to the family run and operated values that customers have grown
to appreciate and expect.

Ask a Tech: Do I need a home humidifier?

I am asked this often in the fall/winter months. In short, if you live in
Northern Indiana – I highly recommend you have one. The benefits to having
a whole house humidifier is feeling more comfortable, reduced static cling or
shocks, your home feels warmer, your nose and throat feel better, decreased
amount of dust, and longevity of your home’s interior.
Contrary to popular belief, it is not the type of heating system (gas, oil,
electric, etc.) that dries out a home, it is the cold air which makes its way into
the home. Seeping in from drafts around windows, small air leaks, and
opening doors all let cold air infiltrate your home and replace the warm air
already inside. Whereas some of this cold air is good to let your home
“breathe,” its affects can be uncomfortable. At Kozon’s we have the
humidifier to suite your home family’s needs. Contact us today, for a more
comfortable tomorrow. – Mike Doub, Service Manager

Ask a Tech Special of the Month: Power Humidifier

installed for $425.00. Normal install cost of $494.00.
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Baked Spaghetti
1 lb Angel Hair Pasta (cooked and drained)
3 cups Mozzarella Cheese
8 oz Sour Cream
8 oz Cream Cheese (softened to room temperature)
1 can Spaghetti Sauce
Optional: 1 lb Hamburger (cooked and drained)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix sour cream and cream cheese together. In
greased 13x9 pan, layer ½ of cooked pasta, sour cream/ cream cheese
mixture, ½ of mozzarella cheese, and optional ground beef. Layer rest of
pasta and top with remaining ½ of mozzarella cheese. Bake for 30-40
minutes. Remove, serve in squares, and top with spaghetti sauce to taste.
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