Commercial Installations

Facilities Managers: 8 Things to Look for in an HVAC Company

April 20, 2023 by Michael C. Rosone | Last Modified: April 27, 2023

How to vet a new HVAC company

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.

VRF Cooling Systems Provide Customized Comfort for Restaurants

April 6, 2023 by Michael C. Rosone | Last Modified: April 27, 2023

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.

Ductless AC System? NYC: Think VRF for Comfort & Efficiency

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

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.

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.

What is an RTU HVAC System?

July 5, 2018 by Michael C. Rosone | Last Modified: March 27, 2023

Considering an RTU HVAC for your business?

If you’re adding or replacing heating and air conditioning equipment in a commercial space, your contractor may recommend an RTU HVAC unit.

What exactly is an RTU? It stands for “roof top unit.” So now you can guess that this type of HVAC equipment lives on the roof. It’s a self-contained unit that provides both heat and air conditioning for certain types of spaces.

Keep reading to learn more about the RTU HVAC system, and find out if it may be a good choice for your commercial space.

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