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12 Things That Affect the Cost to Install Central Air

October 4, 2018 by Michael C. Rosone | Last Modified: July 3, 2025

Thinking about adding central air or replacing an existing system? It’s smart to consider the cost to install central air, and how you can minimize that cost.

Unfortunately, cost estimates and ranges published online are rarely accurate, because they don’t take into account your specific needs and context.

There are so many factors that affect your AC installation cost. It’s not only the contractor’s labor. Keep reading to learn how simple or complex your AC installation might be, AND ways you can save.

4 Ways AC Problems Hurt Your Business

July 8, 2025 by Michael C. Rosone | Last Modified: June 27, 2025

Commercial AC problems can be insidious. They can develop gradually. Unless the system stops working completely, you may be tempted to ignore the declining performance. After all, you’re busy keeping the business going.

The problem is, when your air conditioner is not working properly, it’s costing you in all kinds of ways that you may not realize.

Keep reading to learn how common AC problems are costing you, and 7 easy and budget-friendly ways to fix them.

Top 10 New HVAC Technology Options for AC Replacement

October 11, 2018 by Michael C. Rosone | Last Modified: June 26, 2025

If you’re planning for an AC replacement, this is a great time to educate yourself about the new HVAC technology that can save you money and provide better comfort conditions. Here are the top 10 AC improvements to look for.

Commercial Refrigeration Maintenance: Summer Tuneups Prevent Meltdowns

May 21, 2015 by Michael C. Rosone | Last Modified: June 17, 2025

If you’re a food service manager in charge of commercial refrigeration maintenance for your restaurant, chances are you’re having this recurring nightmare:

Your commercial kitchen is bustling, yet you have this feeling of impending doom. You look around for the source of the problem, but everything looks normal.

Then you suddenly realize… your refrigerated display case was making funny noises yesterday. You head over there at a run. The light is out. There’s no more funny noise; now it’s deathly quiet.

And your buttercream is drooping and melting like an ice cream cone on a hot day. NOOOOOOO!

Air Conditioning in NYC: Lessons from Seinfeld

May 19, 2015 by Michael C. Rosone | Last Modified: June 17, 2025

Did you realize you’re doing something educational when you binge-watch old Seinfeld episodes? You can learn a couple of important lessons about air conditioning in NYC from Jerry, George, Elaine and Kramer.

SPOILER ALERT: Some plot details of Seinfeld episodes are revealed below, but we’re betting that you’ve already seen them anyway!

Rising Electricity Rates in NYC: How to Protect Your Budget

June 3, 2025 by Michael C. Rosone | Last Modified: May 20, 2025

It probably won’t surprise you that electricity rates in NYC are already about 60 percent higher than the national average, yet ConEd wants to raise the rates by at least 11%.

What can you do to protect your budget from the impact of higher electricity rates? Reduce your electricity usage. Here are some tips to help you do that.

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