Category Archives: Blog_Posts
E.P. Homiek Emergency Duct Fabrication
Posted on April 12, 2023 by admin in Blog_PostsOn a Friday afternoon just before a three-day holiday weekend, E.P. Homiek Sheet Metal & HVAC Supply received a call from an HVAC contractor who found himself in dire straits. Closings for two large new Jersey Shore homes were approaching quickly, and the builder needed the HVAC systems to be completed as soon as possible […]
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Is UV-C a Good Choice for Residential Systems?
Posted on March 27, 2023 by admin in Blog_PostsOver the past several decades, ultraviolet light, or UV-C, has emerged as a highly effective method of eliminating microbial growth in HVAC systems. It was primarily used in commercial air handlers for many years, but the pandemic raised awareness of its efficacy as a germicide and its popularity is steadily rising in residential and light […]
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ECM Motors in HVAC are Proven to be Far Superior, But They Can’t Solve Every Problem
Posted on March 9, 2023 by admin in Blog_PostsWhen the U.S. Department of Energy’s Fan Furnace Efficiency Rating (FER) went into effect in 2019, HVAC equipment manufacturers made the shift from PSC to ECM, or electronically commutated, motors in all new units. ECM motors are substantially more energy-efficient than PSCs, and the DOE estimates that the switchover to ECMs will save more than […]
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Think Ahead to the Summer Cooling Season: 8 Tips to Make Your HVAC Company More Profitable
Posted on February 23, 2023 by admin in Blog_PostsNow that it’s almost March, it’s time for HVAC contractors to start thinking about cooling season. Smart contractors start preparing for summer now, even though the weather is still a bit cold and gray. Here are some important things you might want to consider: Supply chain issues with HVAC parts and equipment that are typically […]
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Troy Xifo Promoted to Branch Manager of EPH Union
Posted on February 7, 2023 by admin in Blog_PostsE.P. Homiek Sheet Metal & HVAC Supply is pleased to announce that Troy Xifo has been promoted to Branch Manager of our busy Union, New Jersey location. Troy joined E.P. Homiek in 2020 as Outside Sales Representative after serving five years in that position at Ferguson. He has years of supply house experience and extensive […]
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Cold Snap Provides HVAC Contractors with an Excellent Opportunity to Sell Their Services
Posted on January 9, 2023 by admin in Blog_PostsA few weeks ago, an arctic front moved across the U.S., bringing single-digit temperatures to our area. The freezing weather didn’t last long, but it was enough to get HVAC and plumbing contractors’ phones ringing off the hook with customers complaining of no heat, low heat, cold rooms, frozen pipes and drains, no water, you […]
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E.P. Homiek Hosts Goodman Webinar on Airflow and Refrigerant Diagnostics
Posted on December 20, 2022 by admin in Blog_PostsE.P. Homiek Sheet Metal & HVAC Supply had a huge turnout for our December 15th free webinar on “Airflow & Refrigerant Diagnostics”. The event was well-attended by apprentices and seasoned HVAC technicians alike. Instructed by Dean Altemus, Regional Technical Service Manager at Goodman/Daikin Comfort Technologies, the one-hour webinar focused on measuring static pressure, preinstallation considerations, […]
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Ductless Mini-Split Systems Gaining Popularity in Commercial Applications
Posted on December 5, 2022 by admin in Blog_PostsDuctless mini-splits have been popular in the residential sector for quite some time now, but over the last few years, they’ve been finding their way into many commercial applications. Design engineers are increasingly relying on these systems for their versatility, compact design, and reliability in providing a better environment. In commercial applications, cooling-only ductless mini-split […]
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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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