Commercial HVAC

HVAC Scams and How to Avoid Them

February 23, 2023 by Michael C. Rosone | Last Modified: April 27, 2023

The unfortunate truth is that you can’t trust everybody. There are dishonest people out there who are ready and willing to steal from you. So today I want to help you spot some of the most common HVAC scams out there.

I do want to qualify this statement. Arista is active in our industry, both here in New York City and also nationally. I know many HVAC business owners and managers personally, and they are good, honest people who are not out to scam anyone. I believe most service providers are trustworthy.

But there are exceptions. So here is some advice that can help you avoid them.

Retail HVAC: Clothing Almost Destroyed a Brand New System

February 16, 2023 by Michael C. Rosone | Last Modified: April 27, 2023

No one wants to shop in a store that’s too hot or cold, especially in the city where there’s another great store just down the block. That’s why retail HVAC issues are so frustrating: comfortable conditions in your store are directly related to your bottom line.

If you own or manage a retail store then chances are you have experienced what we are talking about:

Fairly new equipment mysteriously breaking down
Inconsistent temperatures
Even water leaks from AC units that can damage your store and your merchandise

If your retail store is experiencing issues after a new retail HVAC system is installed (or even repeated issues with an older system that’s been in place for a while), you might wonder why you have these problems that your counterparts working in offices don’t seem to experience.

The truth is, office experience different problems, because the environments are different. HVAC problems in a retail environment can be tricky to diagnose and fix, and that’s why you need retail HVAC experts to get to the root cause of your issues and find the right equipment to keep your space consistently comfortable.

Restaurant Customer Retention in NYC: Turn New Diners Into Regulars

February 9, 2023 by Michael C. Rosone | Last Modified: April 27, 2023

There are more than 27,000 restaurants in New York City alone. Restaurant customer retention can be difficult to achieve in that kind of climate. With so many choices, how do you motivate your customers to keep coming back for more?

Luckily, Restaurant Week will stir up some fresh interest in the local dining scene and hopefully drive some new business your way. So what’s a good way to turn new visitors into repeat customers?

Make their experience stand out, and offer something better than the rest. Here are some great ways to boost restaurant customer retention.

3 Reasons Changing Your Furnace Air Filter Could Change Your Life

February 2, 2023 by Michael C. Rosone | Last Modified: April 27, 2023

Who has the time to think about their furnace air filter? Could a little thing like a furnace air filter really make a difference in how your furnace works this winter?

It makes a huge difference, actually, and it takes less time than choosing your picks for the football pool.

How to Calculate HVAC Energy Savings Like the Pros

January 26, 2023 by Michael C. Rosone | Last Modified: April 27, 2023

Are you considering replacing your older air conditioning and/or heating equipment in the hopes of reducing your energy bills? If your equipment is 10 years old or more, and especially if you have had a number of recent repair issues, it’s smart to look into it. But how much HVAC energy savings could you see, and is it worth investing in new equipment?

In this article, we’ll share a free tool used by HVAC experts that makes it easy to crunch the numbers. Plus we’ll explain the terms and ratings used to compare new energy-efficient air conditioning and heating equipment.

Restaurant Event Planning: 7 Tips for NYC Restaurant Week

January 5, 2023 by Michael C. Rosone | Last Modified: April 27, 2023

During NYC’s restaurant week (which has become closer to a month), there will be hundreds of restaurants gearing up to put their best foot forward. How do you stand out in the crowd? Add entertainment to the menu. Restaurant event planning is a big deal for a reason: it draws people into your restaurant and greatly increases the chances of them having a memorable experience.

Check out these ideas to attract more diners and ensure a successful event.

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