Boiler Wars - Which boiler is best for you hinges on the application as well as the water quality in your district.
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After spending thousands on new equipment, one of the most critical next step is to get that equipment under service. Whether it is a brand new installation or a retrofit replacement, its important to tag the equipment and create a service record in case of future parts failure or installation warranty issues.
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Between now and the end of the year, your regional utilities will help you upgrade and replace your aging water heating equipment.
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Get ahead of your peak demand season with a few simple tips.
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Spikes in utility bills? Learn to better maintain your common area HVAC units and save on repair and replacement costs.
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If you are considering replacing your single speed pump with a Variable Speed Pump (VSP), you may be wondering if it’s a good idea. There is a ton of information on the web that can be overwhelming and confusing. Here we are going to take a simple look of the pros and cons of variable speed pumps.
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Given the high cost of a boiler, knowing that your investment is covered by a guarantee is undoubtedly reassuring. However, if you make one frequent error, you could be astonished to learn that your warranty isn’t valid when you need it.
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With the soaring cost of fuel, it’s time to take a closer look at the pros and cons of replacing natural gas based heating with electrification.
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The most common homeowners’ complaints we often receive are - “not enough hot water” or “hot water runs out quickly.” These issues can be the main symptoms of a plumbing crossover. Here’s how to prevent, test, and repair a plumbing crossover successfully.
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New equipment can fail prematurely under conditions where either improper equipment is selected, or installation standards are not up to code. Often times in these situations the manufacturer’s warranty is voided.
In the case of boiler systems, it is critical the equipment selection is done correctly and installation standards are up to code.
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Do you know when to replace your boiler? If your boiler has already malfunctioned and is no longer providing heat or steam for your facility, you've waited too long. As you begin budgeting for the upcoming year, you can control the narrative and plan the change, which is definitely more preferable than facing an all out emergency in the middle of winter.
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During a wildfire, smoke can make the outdoor air unhealthy to breathe. Local officials may advise you to stay indoors during a smoke event. You should be aware that some of the smoke from outdoors can enter your home and make it unhealthy to breathe indoor air, too. Know how to adjust your HVAC system or air conditioner to keep smoke out. It’s a good idea to get familiar with your HVAC system or air conditioner system, if you have one, so you can adjust it to keep smoke out.
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In the Spring when the weather is nice, heating and air conditioning is usually the last thing on our mind.. But now as Summer temperature continue to rise it’s a good time for an HVAC inspection and maintenance.
If your heat pump or air conditioner malfunctions, you may have to go several days without it while you wait for a repair or – worse – several weeks without cool air if it needs to be replaced.
Routine HVAC maintenance will prevent breakdowns, improve your system’s performance, extend its life, and reduce your energy bill.
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Even under normal conditions, people spend almost 90 percent of their day indoors – either at home or in the office. Because of energy costs, security issues, drafts, noises, and dirty air from outside, people typically do not open their windows. As a result, EPA studies have shown that human exposure to indoor air pollutants may be 2 to 5 times, and sometimes more than 100 times, higher than outdoor levels. The key to improving indoor air quality is to design HVAC and other systems to work together to effectively ventilate apartment communities & offices and minimize sources of indoor pollution.
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