Commercial HVAC

Retrofit Your Furnace or Boiler for Energy Savings

December 18, 2014 by Michael C. Rosone | Last Modified: June 25, 2015

If you’re like most business owners, you’re on the lookout for ways to cut operating costs. Your fuel bills, in particular, may be on your mind at this time of year.

Did you know that your HVAC system consumes as much as 40 to 50% of your building’s total energy usage? Those new high-efficiency furnaces you may have read about can reduce your HVAC energy consumption by as much as 30 to 40 percent, depending on the age and condition of your old system. But what if you’re not ready for a new furnace just yet? Your current system may have years of life left. Or you may need a little time to come up with enough cash to purchase one of those high-efficiency systems. Is there any way to reduce your energy consumption now?Read More

You Can’t Afford to Make These 7 Air Conditioning Installation Mistakes

March 17, 2015 by Michael C. Rosone | Last Modified: June 25, 2015

Renovations are a costly undertaking, and there’s a lot riding on the outcome. To prevent expensive mistakes, don’t neglect the careful planning of the air conditioning installation that’s necessary to ensure long-term comfort, reliability and energy efficiency.Read More

4 Reasons You Need HVAC Design for Your Air Conditioning Install

March 12, 2015 by Michael C. Rosone | Last Modified: June 25, 2015

If you’re in the process of renovating a commercial space in New York City, you know how much planning goes into the project. Architects, engineers, builders and contractors all do their parts to ensure that the space looks and functions according to the client’s requirements and can be completed within the allotted budget and time line. In spite of that, one of the most important aspects of planning a renovation is sometimes overlooked: HVAC design.

In many cases, complaints from customers and building tenants drive the need for renovations. This is particularly true for hotels, restaurants, retail establishments and other businesses where customer satisfaction can make or break the business. As a result, owners and managers of these spaces have certain requirements when they undertake a renovation project. Increased comfort and air quality are often among these expectations, as are reduced energy expenses. HVAC design plays an important role in whether or not these requirements are met.Read More

5 Money-Saving Features to Look For in New Thermostats

March 10, 2015 by Michael C. Rosone | Last Modified: June 25, 2015

Does your building still have the old dial thermostats? If you’re looking for a way to save money on your energy bills, consider upgrading to new thermostats with programming capabilities. It’s a relatively low cost way to cut expenses on your heating and cooling bills without sacrificing comfort. Today’s new thermostats even provide convenience and notification features that make it even easier to save money.

How much can you save? According to the US Department of Energy, you can save between 5 and 15% on your heating bill when you set back your building’s thermostats by 10 to 15 degrees during the periods when your space is unoccupied. Related article: 15 Tips to Keep Your Energy Bills From Skyrocketing This Summer.

But with so many new thermostat models out there, how do you choose the new thermostat that’s right for you? Look for the following features to get the most benefit from your investment:Read More

Why Getting New Air Conditioning Should Mean Getting a New Heating System

March 5, 2015 by Michael C. Rosone | Last Modified: June 25, 2015

The trees are budding, the grass is poking through the ground, and the warm weather will be here before you know it. While this is good news for most, you might be dreading the warm days ahead if your air conditioning system barely made it through last summer. If your unit is held together by paper clips and is barely producing cool air, it’s time to start thinking about replacing it before the seasonal rush.

Making the right decision about a new air conditioning system takes time and research to make sure you get both the right price and the right system for your needs. If you wait until that first 80 degree day to get started, you’ll pay more and might wind up making a mistake if you have to decide quickly.Read More

Getting the Best HVAC Service Means Understanding the Value Chain

February 26, 2015 by Scott Berger | Last Modified: June 25, 2015

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If you’re in the market for a new HVAC system, especially as part of a major construction project, it can be tricky to tell BEFORE you buy if you’ll get the best HVAC service you want and need. Here’s a way to judge a company’s reliability and commitment to customer service that you may not have considered: find out if they’re linked to the value chain.

Are you familiar with the notion of the value chain? It’s a business concept that describes the range of activities undertaken by companies and workers throughout the process of bringing a product or service to market and beyond. These activities range from design and development to sale, implementation, and support. When each contributor works hand in hand with other contributors to the “chain” of events, they add more value to the end product (and ultimately the customer) than unrelated entities working independently.Read More

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