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Ten Ways to Help Keep Heating Costs Down this Winter
Posted on September 28, 2022 by admin in Blog_PostsNew Jersey home heating costs will rise this winter, with natural gas prices expected to increase by 16-25% and heating oil prices going up, as well. Here are ten things you can do to help keep energy costs down: Have a reputable HVAC service company evaluate your heating system to make sure your furnace or […]
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E.P. Homiek Winter Training to Focus on Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
Posted on September 12, 2022 by admin in Blog_PostsIt’s almost that time of year again when cooling season comes to an end, heating season begins, and E.P. Homiek resumes our webinar training series. Hundreds of EPH customers have attended our webinars over the years, which are held every other Thursday at 4:30 p.m. (except holidays, of course) and are free of charge to […]
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Heatwave Service Calls: Addressing Customer Concerns When Temps Exceed Design Conditions
Posted on August 16, 2022 by admin in Blog_PostsEvery seasoned HVAC contractor knows that when temperatures soar during a summer heatwave, so does the volume of incoming calls from customers complaining that their air conditioning system isn’t sufficiently cooling their home or business. Some of these complaints are, of course, due to a malfunctioning A/C system, but when temperatures reach the upper 90°s […]
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E.P. Homiek Sheet Metal & HVAC Supply Marks 35th Anniversary
Posted on August 4, 2022 by admin in Blog_PostsWhen Edward P. Homiek first opened his sheet metal fabrication business in 1987, he’d already established himself in the local HVAC community as a talented sheet metal fabricator. Thirty-five years later, E.P. Homiek Sheet Metal & HVAC Supply is thriving, and Ed is still known for his friendly accessibility to customers and hands-on management style. […]
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Exhaust Fans Can Solve a Multitude of Ventilation Problems
Posted on July 11, 2022 by admin in Blog_PostsMost residential homes are basically sealed boxes in which air is circulated and conditioned, and exhaust fans are often needed to help eliminate fumes, odors, moisture, gases, and various other IAQ issues that can affect the air quality of a home. A good exhaust system creates negative pressure that pulls in fresh outside air. Attic […]
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The History of the Ductless Mini-Split System
Posted on June 27, 2022 by admin in Blog_PostsThe ductless mini-split system was first developed in Japan and marketed in the 1950s by Mitsubishi and Toshiba. This innovative invention was born of necessity as Japanese homes were generally smaller than standard U.S. homes and, with their thin walls and compact neighborhoods, unable to accommodate the ductwork, grills, registers, air handlers, condensers, and furnaces […]
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EPH Open House Returns to Union After a Two-Year Hiatus
Posted on June 2, 2022 by admin in Blog_PostsGray skies and a light rain prevailed over New Jersey on Friday, May 6, 2022, but that didn’t stop the impressive turnout of customers for the E.P. Homiek Open House held at our Union location. Several manufacturer representatives were on hand to demonstrate their equipment and field customer questions, including Bryant Heating & Cooling Systems, […]
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Spring Maintenance: Pollen & Humidity Challenge HVAC Systems
Posted on May 20, 2022 by admin in Blog_PostsRecent rains have washed away much of the greenish-yellow haze of pollen that’s filled the air, coated cars, and made allergy sufferers sneeze and sniffle over the past few weeks. But, unbeknownst to many, plenty of pollen is still lurking, unseen, and wreaking havoc on HVAC systems. When high levels of pollen combine with rising […]
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What HVAC Companies Should Expect in Summer 2022
Posted on May 8, 2022 by admin in Blog_PostsThe busy cooling season is upon us, and weather services are forecasting a wet summer with warmer temperatures than usual in New Jersey. Hot weather is good for HVAC companies whose livelihoods depend on keeping customers comfortable during the summer months, but our industry, like so many others, has a number of obstacles to deal […]
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