Cool Times … Hot News Fall / Winter 2008

RebatePrograms . . .

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FallPromotions . . .

LivingGreen . . .

List ofCharitableDonations . . .

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Dear Friends,

Thank you again forvoting us Tallahassee’s

Best Air Conditioning andHeating Provider. The “Bestof Tallahassee” award ispresented annually byTallahassee Magazine to theleading companies withintheir respective industries.We are honored to have wonthis award and I pledge thatour company will continueto look for ways to improveour products and services.As I reflect back on the past27 years and see how thiscompany has evolved, Irealize how far we havecome, but still see a path forimprovement. From ourfirst slogan – Service IsOur Strong Point, QualityIs Our Best Point to It’sThe Right Thing To Doand now – Better BecauseIt’s Benson’s, we havealways focused on giving thebest possible service to you,our customers and friends.

Effective communicationand customer service makeus unique and this is why wecontinue to reinforce theimportance of these characterqualities at Benson’s. As anorganization, Benson’semployees understand theimportance of putting ourcustomers first. Ourteamwork and motivation isbest illustrated by our loyalcustomers’ letters, emails andsurvey response cards. Yougive us the praise andconstructive criticism weneed to hear so that we canbetter serve everyone.

Benson Green andBenson’s Heating and Air,Inc. believe in being environ-mentally conscious and wecontinue to look for ways tobe a GREEN organization.The challenging global eco-nomic climate has encour-

aged us to personally andcorporately evaluate all ofour choices. While GreenInitiatives save energy, mate-rial, labor, and money it hasbeen interesting to note thatat Benson’s, the majority ofthe work we’ve performedthis year is not coming fromequipment “replacement” orwhat we refer to as “changeouts” but rather from serviceand commercial construction.This has been puzzling to mebecause with the equipmentand installation practices weuse and the options of theClean and Green home,changing old equipment cantypically save our averagecustomer enough money onutilities to pay for the entirereplacement. Our 10 year

parts and labor warranty,Tallahassee’s current rebateprograms, and enhancedcomfort and indoor air quali-ty should make the replace-ment decision an easy one.With 12 months same as cashand a Benson’s $250 rebatecheck, there has never been abetter time to replace yourold equipment with a newBenson’s system.

Please look through ournewsletter for some newinformation about LivingGreen and the Benson’sGreenhouse Gas OffsetProgram. Each time a newsystem is installed, Benson’swill underwrite the purchaseand planting of two longleafpine trees at the Tall TimbersResearch Station. This is justone of the ways we are giv-ing back to our communityand world. We are yourcommunity service company,giving back and doing all wecan now to make our world abetter place for us,our children and allthe generations tocome.

It is Betterat Benson’s.Please call usso we canprove our valueto you.

CLEAN&GREENHOME

Benson

Energy Rebate Programs:Get Paid When Purchasing New Appliances

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The city of Tallahassee is currently offering rebatesto residents who purchase energy efficient airconditioners, furnaces and heat pumps. Right now, byhaving energy efficient heating and cooling appliancesinstalled in your home, you can receive between $100and $700, depending on the appliance, from the city.

Your BENSON’S comfort consultant can recommendthe right appliances and he will even complete thepaperwork for you. After your new appliances areinstalled, all you will need to do is sign your form, sendit to the city of Tallahassee utilities department and then waitfor your check to come in the mail. To top it off, Benson’s is

currently offering a $250 purchase rebate on any newBenson’s installation. After your installation iscomplete, we’ll send you a check for $250.

Since the majority of energy used in your homegoes to heating and cooling it, selecting higherefficiency equipment makes sense. Not only will yousave money each month on your utility bill, you willhelp protect our environment; and right now, with these

fantastic rebate programs, your initial investment costsyou less! Give us a call for more information about the

city of Tallahassee rebate program or Benson’s $250 purchaserebate special.

Bond Community Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bass ConstructionCapital City Bank Trust Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cook BrothersFlorida State Hospital – Chattahoochee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .State of FloridaFlightline Service Hanger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Albritton WilliamsFlorida State University – University Center Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rippee ConstructionFlorida State University – Ruby Diamond Auditorium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .LLT Building Corp.Gem Collection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Riley Palmer ConstructionGreenberg Traurig Building . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .LLT Building Corp.Goodwood Plantation Carriage House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .LLT Building Corp.Gold’s Gym – Pensacola and Ocala . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Artistic Perfection DrywallHarstfield Elementary School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .LLT Building Corp.Legacy Toyota Collision Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Riley Palmer ConstructionLeon County Schools Tech Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Council ContractingNew Leaf Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Mad Dog Design and ConstructionNorth Florida Community College – Buildings 5 & 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Peter Brown ConstructionThe Printing House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .OwnerSchool of Arts and Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rippee Construction Springwood Elementary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rippee Construction Springhill Suites by Marriot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Kellog & Kimsey, Inc.Westminster Oaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Allstate ConstructionWade Wehunt Pool Renovation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Concrete ServicesWakulla Bank’s Woodville Branch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Council Contracting

C. Daniel BoyetteService Manager

BENSON’S is proud to be part of the team of contractors renovating Florida State University’s Center for Human PerformanceLab. The Center, located on FSU’s campus at Mike Long Track, contains state-of-the-art technology used to capture and measurehuman performance, and performance improvement during learning, in real-world and simulated contexts. Upon completion of therenovation project which follows environmentally responsible design and building practices, the newly renovated “eco-smart”building will reduce the amount of energy and resource usage, save money on energy bills while improving its surroundingenvironment long into the future.

Commercial Projects

Tree plantings are part of Tall Timbers Research Station longleaf pine reforestation effort and will reestablish vegetation for natural regeneration.

2008 Fall Promotions

Take $250 Off any Existing Change-Out Proposalor any New Proposal Completed in September, October

or November. *Valid from September 1 – November 30, 2008.

562-3132Just call and we’ll happily prove ourvalue to you.

– Benson T. Green

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Your 24 Hour Service Hotline:

12 Months Same as Cash /Deferred Payment until MARCH 2009!On Any Qualifying Equipment Purchase

BENSON’S is Not Only GOING GREEN,We’ve Been GREEN for Decades!

For the past 27 years, we’ve recycled materials and products to help protect theenvironment. As an environmentally responsible company we follow the smart

business practices listed below to respect and protect our world.

• Use a GPS dispatch system for ourvehicles to reduce fuel usage.

• Provide laptops for all servicetechnicians so they can provideelectronic invoices.

• Archive invoices and reportselectronically to eliminateunnecessary paper.

• Pay vendors electronically to reducepaper used to write checks.

• Deposit customer checkselectronically to reduce trips to thebank.

• Offer online services so ourcustomers can pay their billselectronically.

• Collect and recycle scrap metals.• Shred and recycle all paper,

cardboard and wood materials.

• Utilize climate neutral R-410Arefrigerant because it has nonegative impact on ourenvironment.

• Perform indoor air quality testing tomeasure chemical pollutant levelsand poor air quality.

• Promote high efficiency systems toreduce natural gas and electricityconsumption.

BENSON’S Greenhouse Gas Offset ProgramFor every residential system replaced with a new R410a system,

BENSON’S Will Plant Two Long Leaf Pine Trees in Your Name!

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Thank You Tallahassee

power plants and factories orincreasing the energy efficiency ofbuildings and transportation.

Benson’s Greenhouse GasOffset Program

Benson’s is fully committed to“going green” and conducting businessresponsibly. We continuously look forways to improve our corporateenvironmental impact and are pleasedto support environmental projects thatreduce greenhouse gas emissions orimprove energy efficiency to contributeto a cleaner environment. To make ameasurable difference, Benson’s haspartnered with a local environmentalorganization, Tall Timbers Researchstation, as a way to offset the impact ofeach new heating and air conditioningsystem we install. For each new system

installed, Benson’s will underwrite thepurchase of two longleaf pine tree

seedlings that Tall Timbers will plantas part of their longleaf pinerestoration project at Tall Timbers.

Accounting for and reducingcarbon emissions is an increasinglyimportant part of life. Benson’sencourages you to start counting yourcarbon emissions so you can make ameasurable difference to our planet.There are many worthy environmentalorganizations that would appreciateyour involvement. For moreinformation about Tall TimbersResearch Station dial 850.893.4153.

How To Offset Your Carbon Footprint (continued)

American Cancer SocietyAmerican Heart AssociationAmerican Lung AssociationAmerican Stroke AssociationBB&T Charity FunctionBethal Missionary Baptist ChurchBig Bend Community OrchestraBig Bend Homeless CoalitionBig Bend HospiceBig Brothers and Big SistersBoys and Girls Club of the Big BendBoys TownBuck Lake Elementary PTACanopy Oaks Pop Warner FootballCapital Area Healthy StartChild Advocates IIChildcare NetworkChildrens Home SocietyChiles High School Baseball BoostersChiles High School Football BoostersChiles High School Teacher AppreciationChrome Divas of Tallahassee-Cancer Poker RunCystic Fibrosis FoundationDel Archibald Memorial Golf TournamentDelta Kappa Omega H&S FoundationDyslexia Research Institute

Elder Care ServicesFellowship of Christian AthletesFlorida Disabled Outdoorsman AssociationFlorida Division 2007 Annual Cancer FundFlorida High Baseball BoostersFlorida High Football BoostersFlorida Sheriff's Youth RanchFort Braden 10u All-Stars BoostersFriends of Maclay SchoolGoodwood Museum & GardensHoly Comforter Episcopal SchoolJefferson County Humane SocietyJim Moran InstituteLake Jackson Volunteer Fire Dept.Lamoyne Art FoundationLeadership TallahasseeLeon County Humane SocietyLeon High Baseball BoostersLeon High Volleyball BoostersLincoln High School Band BoostersLivetheLife.orgMaranatha Christian SchoolMarch of DimesMaclay School Football BoostersMaclay School Genesis Dance TeamMiccosukee Youth Education Foundation

Mothers Against Drunk DriversNational Day of PrayerNorth Florida Christian School Baseball BoostersNorth Florida Christian School Quarterback ClubNorthwoods Baptist Church-Celebrate AmericaOpen Door Women's ClinicPolice Unity Tour of FloridaPyramid School of Fine ArtsRefuge HouseRelay for LifeSecond Harvest of the Big BendSpringtime TallahasseeTallahassee Ballet CompanyTallahassee Marine InstituteTallahassee Memorial Healthcare FoundationTallahassee Music GuildTallahassee Senior FoundationTall Timbers Research StationTracy Biletnikoff FoundationUnited Way of the Big BendWakulla Annual Childrens’ Fishing TournamentWesley FoundationYoung Life of TallahasseeYouth Leadership Tallahassee

With your dedication and votes for us, BENSON’S has once again been named “Best of Tallahassee.” Thank you for your guidance over the last 27years, making us Better at BENSON’S. We are proud that our volume of philanthropic efforts continues to increase as you reward us with your

loyalty and referrals. Here is a list of some of the charities we have had an opportunity to donate to in the past twelve months.

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INGREDIENTS

• 1 Vanilla Cake Mix• 1 box of Vanilla Instant Pudding Mix• 4 eggs• 1 cup water• ¼ cup oil• ¼ cup confectioner’s sugar• ¼ tsp vanilla• ½ cup of milk• fresh fruit (optional)

CAKE DIRECTIONSPreheat oven to 350°. Mix cake mix, pudding mix,eggs, water and oil until well blended. Pour intogreased tube pan.

Bake in preheated oven for 45 – 60 minutes or untiltop of cake is golden brown and toothpick comes outclean.

Let cake completely cool.

FROSTING DIRECTIONSMix ¼ cup confectioner’s sugar and ¼ tsp of vanilla.Slowly stir in milk until icing reaches preferredconsistency. Drizzle over cake. Top slices of cake withfresh fruit if desired. Enjoy with a cold glass of milk!

Brandi Costa, Benson’s customer service director shares her delicious and very easy to make pound cake recipe.

5402 Tower RoadTallahassee, Florida 32303

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