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Whether you manage a museum or library that contains a significant collection or own a gallery that showcases the works of an emerging artistic talent, the ideal temperature for art storage and finding the proper temperature and humidity control system for your building are important topics to consider.
Business owners and facilities managers sometimes struggle with concerns about their commercial HVAC service contracts — and the company behind the contract. But because of other pressing concerns or simple inertia, they live with what they’ve got rather than exploring better commercial air conditioning service.
Settling for the devil you know might seem easier, but in fact it’s costlier and riskier for your business and your career. If you are a business owner, uncomfortable conditions can drive away customers and make your employees less productive, which eat into your profits. If you are a facilities manager, climate control is ultimately your responsibility. If your HVAC vendor is failing to do the job, and that failure hurts the business, you could find your job on the line.
As a Facilities Manager, you’re dealing with many different service providers for your company. Yet choosing an HVAC company can be one of the most challenging, especially if you don’t happen to be an HVAC expert yourself.
Obviously, you want an HVAC company with the expertise to solve your heating and cooling issues quickly and reliably. But you also want a company that offers great customer service and is easy to do business with. How can you find all these qualities? Ask about these 8 things when you evaluate a prospective HVAC provider for service, installation and/or repair work.
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Is your business is located in an older urban building, such as a NYC brownstone? Chances are you have heating and air conditioning systems with ducts. Given the pollution levels in the city, a lot of nasty stuff can build up there: dust, allergens, chemicals, microorganisms, mold, and more. If you are experiencing odors, inconsistent temperatures, and even allergies and other health issues, cleaning air ducts can make a big difference.
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Need a new AC system for your restaurant? Educate yourself about the types of systems that are best suited for your business. The variable refrigerant flow, or VRF cooling system, is a great choice for restaurants. VRF systems have been the HVAC system of choice for decades in other parts of the world, and are now becoming very popular in the US for certain types of spaces, including restaurants.
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Trying to decide on the right ductless AC system for a NYC luxury residential or light commercial space? It pays to consider VRF systems for the ultimate in comfort and efficiency.
While it may be unfamiliar to some, VRF technology is not new. In fact, it’s been the ductless AC system of choice in Japan and Europe for decades. These ductless AC units have been gaining in popularity in the US over the past 10 years or so, particularly in New York City, according to a report by ACHRNews.
Read on to learn more about choosing a ductless AC system in NYC, and why VRF is an ideal choice.
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