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When your PTAC won’t work properly

Packaged terminal air conditioners have a lingo of their own to tell you they’re in trouble. more

HVAC maintenance in snowstorms

When you’re shoveling snow off the sidewalk, take a few minutes to check the outside unit of your heating, ventilation and air conditioning system. more

Help your HVAC. Insulate.

You may be able to keep a lid on heating and cooling costs by adding insulation to your property. Insulating your furnace is a smart way to reduce heating costs and reduce the system’s workload. more

Smart HVAC is ideal for New Yorkers

Sensors, smart thermostats and other technological improvements will help New Yorkers weather all four seasons economically and comfortably. more

Beware sediment in the water heater

Tankless water heaters and conventional water heaters have an enemy in common: sediment. That’s the stuff that settles to the bottom of a container of liquid. more

Pilot light woes on older furnace?

The old-time standing pilot light is being phased out in favor of electronic ignitions. In the new system, electricity heats the ignition rather than a match. This gas-powered ignition ends the hassle of older pilot lights, which can blow out for a variety of reasons. more

When frequent furnace cycling is bad

If the weather is cold, it’s probably OK that your furnace frequently turns on and off. That means it’s keeping up with your thermostat’s demand for adequate heat. more

A thicker furnace filter lasts longer

Your furnace filter pays two big benefits, so you want it to be in good shape.

The filter prevents contamination from entering the furnace and it prevents airborne contaminants from penetrating your indoor air. more

New HVAC helps you and Mother Earth

Here’s an example of technology that is helping the world: Today’s best air conditioners use 30 percent to 50 percent less energy to produce the same cooling as ACs made in the mid-1970s. more

How to rate heat pumps

Ratings systems can help you select the best heat pump for your budget and your family.

You only need to learn a couple acronyms or abbreviations, part of the lingo of HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.) more

Ductwork mistakes to avoid

Are you building a new home or installing new ducts into your building? If so, be aware of some ductwork gaffes that can hurt your heating, ventilation and air conditioning and raise your energy bill. more

Help your AC through NYC summers

All the summer heat takes a toll on air conditioners just as it does on people, animals and gardens.

The higher the temperature, the harder your AC system must labor to help you beat the heat. more