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HVAC Service Technicians Should Understand Their Company’s Service Charge
Posted on November 17, 2022 by admin in Blog_PostsThere are things in every HVAC company that an owner wants to keep confidential, and the average service technician doesn’t need to know every little detail about how the company business is run. There are some things, however, that owners might want to consider discussing with service technicians to give them a better understanding of […]
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Refrigerant Moisture Infiltration and Evacuation
Posted on November 3, 2022 by admin in Blog_PostsMoisture in refrigerant lines is a condition that can cause serious problems in an HVAC system. When moisture levels in a refrigeration system aren’t adequately controlled it can ultimately lead to reduced compressor efficiency, accelerated system corrosion, and possible compressor failure. Moisture infiltration can occur in a number of ways, beginning with improper evacuation of […]
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New SEER2 Efficiency Standards Take Effect in 2023
Posted on October 17, 2022 by admin in Blog_PostsA big change is coming to the HVAC industry starting on January 1, 2023, when the Department of Energy’s new SEER2 standard will go into effect for all newly-manufactured commercial and residential air conditioners and heat pumps. The SEER rating, or seasonal energy efficiency ratio, measures a unit’s cooling output during a typical cooling season […]
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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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