December is an expensive month. Here are some holiday energy saving tips to help you save money AND do your part to protect the planet.
Eco-friendly Heating and Cooling: Arista’s Commitment to the Environment
At Arista, we understand the impact that the HVACR industry has on the environment. Yet we believe that we can all be comfortable without sacrificing air quality or overtaxing our natural resources.
Here are just a few of the ways we demonstrate our commitment to sustainability practices and education, as well as eco-friendly heating and cooling options.
Read More5 Reasons Your Home May Need Indoor Air Quality Testing
Scary (yet invisible) things may be polluting the air in your home. If your home is plagued by odors, comfort issues, or health complaints, you’re probably worried. The problem may be serious enough to warrant indoor air quality testing.
Which do you find more scary: something right before your eyes, or something you can’t actually see but looms large in your imagination? For most of us, it’s what we can’t see that’s truly frightening.
When it comes to the quality of the air in your home, fears about what’s lurking unseen can be justified. There are quite a number of invisible dangers that you risk with every breath you take.
HVAC Retrofit: Dos & Don’ts for Historic Buildings Conservation
Older buildings are protected by law and must be renovated according to strict rules for historic buildings conservation. That impacts an HVAC retrofit or replacement to restore a historic space to a condition that works for a business or even a luxury residence.
New York is a historic city, settled by the Dutch in the 1600’s. There are structures dating back to the mid-17th century. We have many unique and beautiful historic buildings mixed in with the glass and concrete high-rises throughout the city.
Here at Arista, we have been working on historic building renovations for decades. (No, not since the 1600’s but we’ve been at this for a long time!). So we’ve learned a thing or two about the unique requirements of historic spaces for HVAC.
HVAC Solutions: Dos & Don’ts for Historic Building Preservation
If you’re renovating a historic building in New York City, the HVAC solutions you choose can be a very important decision. Choosing the right HVAC systems and installers means you get the comfort conditions you need for the space while also being mindful of historic building preservation and maintaining the character of the building.
When taking on a renovation of a historic building, it’s essential that you consult with HVAC experts who have experience working with historic buildings. That’s because installers can damage the building when they don’t understand the requirements of older buildings.
Stuffy Air: 5 Ways to Get Fresher Air in a Sealed Building
When you look for advice about banishing stagnant, stuffy air, you’re usually told to open the windows. Here in NYC where we have so many sealed buildings, that’s not an option! And unfortunately, that does contribute to the problem. Stuffy air is often caused by inadequate ventilation, poor air flow, and sometimes air quality issues, all of which tend to happen in sealed buildings.
So what can you do to get fresher, more pleasant (and also healthier) air in your home or business?
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